Waitahanui Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Waitahanui
Find the best Waitahanui areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Five Mile Bay
The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Five Mile Bay. Make a stop by Lake Taupō or Five Mile Bay while you're exploring the area.

Beechtree Motel
56 Rifle Range Road Taupo
The price is £54 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
£54
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (987 reviews)
"We had a great stay. The service and staff were excellent. A few minor things like a fridge that was a bit too like a freezer and slightly saggy single beds (but they were plush and warm!), can be easily sorted. Great location, quiet area near the lake. Was great!"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
640 Wairakei Road Wairakei
The price is £63 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
£63
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"We booked a room that was not the best but Hannah sorted a really nice room that was much better. She was a great help and we really enjoyed our stay. Thanks"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Oasis Beach Motel
241 Lake Terrace Taupo
The price is £45 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
£45
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was fairly clean. A deeper clean of bathroom, kitchen areas would be nice ie. Mold etc. Decor is a bit tired and being winter time the room struggles to keep warm. Thankfully there were 2 heaters to keep up. However, apart from this, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Location was great for us ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Absolute Lake Front - 5 Mile Bay. Lakes edge with uninterrupted views, kayak for you to use.
Taupo Waikato
Stay at this holiday home in Waitahanui. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions The Landing Lake Taupō and Five Mile Bay are located ...

Lake Edge Cottage - Waitahanui Holiday Home
Waitahanui Lake Taupo
Stay at this cottage in Waitahanui. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Five Mile Bay and The Landing Lake Taupō are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (13 reviews)
Relaxing
"Nice and relaxing"
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2022

Ika Nui Taupo
64 Lake Terrace Taupo Waikato
Stay at this aparthotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Taupō ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (416 reviews)
"nice view & facilities."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Things to do

Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp
£21
per adult
98% of travellers recommend

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
£79
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures
£30
per adult

Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
£25
per adult

Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
£28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings
£30
per adult
96% of travellers recommend

