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Our top choices for Tauhara Forest hotels

A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.

1. Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo
5.0 star property
Hilltop
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"The pool and Sauna are great."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hilton Lake Taupo
A wooden cabin with a TV, fireplace, wicker furniture, and a view of the ocean.

2. Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel
4.5 star property
Waipahihi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Access to Manuel's bar and Cafe. The hot pool and the lakeside views. Comfortable large accomodation."
Australia
Bridgid
The price is £49
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Oasis Beach Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Liam
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Beechtree Motel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of the street and greenery.

4. Lakeland Resort Taupo

Lakeland Resort Taupo
3.0 star property
Two Mile Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff great location"
Australia
Jermaine
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lakeland Resort Taupo
A wooden building with a sign reading "WELLER'S HOTEL" on the side.

5. Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
3.0 star property
Taupō Central
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
Tej Bahadur
The price is £48
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
A well-lit outdoor area with a lawn, pathway, and wooden furniture.

6. Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
3.5 star property
Wairakei
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Always enjoy staying here - staff are very friendly and helpful. Everything you need is all in this one resort to relax and enjoy."
Australia
Lynley
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.

7. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
4.5 star property
Waipahihi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"A beautiful day and a stunning view of the lake."
Australia
Denis
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
A room with a view of a calm lake and mountains, featuring two wicker chairs with red cushions, a small table with a remote control, and a window with curtains.

8. Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (819 reviews)
"Everything was good and excellent view of the lake"
United States
Jalal
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Tui Oaks Motel
A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and a water slide.

9. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
2.5 star property
Hilltop
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Rose
The price is £37
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large bathtub.

10. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, clean room, friendly staff. Would definitely stay again - I wish we had motels like this in the states!"
United States
Gretchen
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
A building with a row of tables and chairs outside, illuminated by green lights.

11. Chelmswood Motel Taupo

Chelmswood Motel Taupo
3.5 star property
Two Mile Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (386 reviews)
"The room was clean, there was free parking, overall it was a good motel to stay the night."
Australia
Dilkushi
The price is £49
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Chelmswood Motel Taupo
A balcony with white railings, a hanging basket, and outdoor furniture.

12. Lakeside Taupo

Lakeside Taupo
4.0 star property
Taupō Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (580 reviews)
"Room was clean. Easy check in process. Bed was comfy. Great location"
Australia
Ryan
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lakeside Taupo
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

13. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Cascades Lakefront Motel
4.0 star property
Two Mile Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (704 reviews)
"Very good accomodation and location - loved it"
Australia
Jo
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Cascades Lakefront Motel
A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the sea, a fruit bowl on the counter, and a view of the ocean through the window.

14. The Cove Taupo

The Cove Taupo
3.5 star property
Waipahihi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (569 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!"
Australia
Dixie
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The Cove Taupo
A modern room with a sofa, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

15. Gables Lakefront Motel

Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (510 reviews)
"Great location, spa was great and staff were helpful if you had any spa issues."
Australia
Amy
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Gables Lakefront Motel
A traditional house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

16. Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
3.0 star property
Tauhara
7.2 out of 10, Good, (764 reviews)
"Quiet place , affordable, super friendly staff, many thanks"
Australia
FARQAD
The price is £34
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area.

17. Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo
3.5 star property
Two Mile Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (691 reviews)
"Great property, great for families. We had an awesome time. The owners went out of their way to make it enjoyable."
Australia
Jane
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Anchorage Resort Taupo
A swimming pool with a wooden deck and a thatched roof structure.

18. Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments

Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments
4.0 star property
Taupō Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (660 reviews)
"Our room was clean and staff were great."
Australia
Michelle
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

19. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Taupō Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (698 reviews)
"Very clean great location and the hot pool was awesome"
Australia
Michael
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
A room with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, a large sliding glass door leading to a view of the sea, and a ceiling light fixture.

20. Sails On The Lake

Sails On The Lake
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (784 reviews)
"Nice and clean room. Has everything we need. Close to all the sites of interest."
Singapore
Hung Yong James
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Sails On The Lake
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Compare top hotels in Tauhara Forest

A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.

Hilton Lake Taupo

5.0 star property
Hilltop
View
A wooden cabin with a TV, fireplace, wicker furniture, and a view of the ocean.

Oasis Beach Motel

4.5 star property
Waipahihi
View
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.

Beechtree Motel

4.5 star property
Taupō Central
View
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of the street and greenery.

Lakeland Resort Taupo

3.0 star property
Two Mile Bay
View
A wooden building with a sign reading "WELLER'S HOTEL" on the side.

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3.0 star property
Taupō Central
View
8.8
Excellent
1,003 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,002 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
1,004 reviews
7.6
Good
1,001 reviews
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The price is £49
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is £48
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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Top Tauhara Forest Hotel Reviews

Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent
"The location and pool."
Ann 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Oasis Beach Motel

More cheap stays in Tauhara Forest

Kiwi Cove Motel

Kiwi Cove Motel

39 Kaimanawa St Taupo
The price is £30 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
£30
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Tauhara Forest?
The best area to stay in Tauhara Forest is near the town of Taupō, which acts as the main gateway to the forest and the wider Waikato region.

Taupō itself is situated on the northern shores of Lake Taupō, New Zealand's largest lake. The town centre is quite compact and easily walkable, with numerous hotels, restaurants, and shops lining Roberts Street and Tongariro Street, which run parallel to the lakefront. It's a convenient base for exploring both the lake and the nearby Tauhara Forest.

For couples looking for a relaxing and scenic stay, properties along the lakefront in Taupō offer stunning views and easy access to lakeside walks and activities. Many hotels in this area provide balconies overlooking the water, and some even offer private lake access. It's an ideal spot for enjoying sunsets over the lake and unwinding after a day of exploring the forest.

Families will find the hotels and holiday parks slightly set back from the immediate lakefront, but still within easy reach of the town centre, to be a practical choice. These often feature amenities like swimming pools and larger family rooms.
When is the best time to go to Tauhara Forest?
The best time to visit Tauhara Forest is during the warmer, drier months, generally from October to April.

This period offers the most pleasant weather conditions for exploring the forest and its surroundings. You'll find less rain and more sunshine, making it ideal for outdoor activities like hiking, mountain biking, and picnicking. The forest tracks are generally in better condition during these months, and the views across the Waikato region are often clearer.

Couples looking for a relaxing getaway will appreciate the opportunity to enjoy the forest's natural beauty without the chill and damp of winter. The extended daylight hours allow for longer walks and more time to explore the various trails at a leisurely pace.

For families, the warmer months are particularly suitable for outdoor adventures. Children can enjoy the forest trails and open spaces without needing to bundle up, and there are often more opportunities for wildlife spotting.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Tauhara Forest.
How much is the nightly rate at a Tauhara Forest hotel?
Prices for hotels in Tauhara Forest often vary, but you can find a great deal from £30 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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