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About the Hotel

640 Wairakei Drive, Taupo, New Zealand
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Close to hot springs visit
Very good
7.5
7.6
/10
3.7
3.6
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Featuring a full-service spa and a spa salon along with a treatment room, a sauna, and locker rooms, Wairakei Resort Taupo is situated 6 minutes' walk from the Hot springs visit in Taupo. This hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, secure parking on site and a heated pool.

Location

Guests may find Volcanic Activity Centre 3.4 km from the 4-star hotel, and Huka Prawn Park is 2.1 km away. The Wairakei is also a 10-minute ride from Waikato River.

This property lies near hot springs. Aratiatia Rapids is 4.3 km from the family hotel.

Wairakei bus station is right around the corner from the modern accommodation.

Rooms

The rooms at this Taupo hotel include ironing facilities. Some of them comprise a patio and a balcony, furnished with a writing desk. Guests can make use of a raised toilet and a shower along with hair dryers and bath sheets. They offer views of the garden.

Eat & Drink

This hotel features Geyser restaurant. There is a lounge bar on site.

Leisure & Business

The property offers a fitness studio, a sundeck and a shared lounge to diversify your leisure. Also, at the hotel guests can enjoy a tennis court, as well as access to volleyball, tennis, and golf.

Must-do experiences

  • Soak in the stunning hot pools at Wairakei Terraces after sunset.
  • Savor the famous fish and chips at The Fish & Chip Shop in Taupo.
  • Hike the scenic trails of Craters of the Moon for unique landscapes.
  • Visit the Taupo Museum for rich Maori history and local art.
  • Take a boat cruise on Lake Taupo and spot the Maori rock carvings.
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Wairakei Resort Taupo offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Room Two Queen Beds
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Heating
Junior King Suite
2 persons
390 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Waiora Superior King Room
2 persons
250 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Superior King Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Wairakei Resort Taupo offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.5/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Beauty treatment
  • Body wraps
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Wairakei Resort Taupo Location

640 Wairakei Drive, Taupo, New Zealand
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640 Wairakei Drive, Taupo, New Zealand
Nearby
State Highway 1
Hot springs visit
1500 ft
Restaurants
Fairways Cafe
700 ft
640 SH One Wairakei Resort
Getting around
City Centre
Taupo10 min  ·  4.0 mi
Airports
Taupo Airport (TUO)27 min  ·  10.9 mi
Rotorua (ROT)120 min  ·  49.7 mi
Bus
Bus stop12 min  ·  4.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of NZD 38 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Chinese, Hindi
Year renovated:
2012
Number of rooms:
187
Former name
Bayview Wairakei Resort

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Wairakei Resort Taupo from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 1623 verified reviews
7.0/10
Very good
64%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.7/10
Cleanliness
7.9/10
Comfort
7.9/10
Facilities
7.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.9/10
Location
8.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.7/10
Staff
8.4/10
Value for money
7.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 1290 reviews
4/5
based on 2765 reviews
7.5/10
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