Taupo, Accommodation

Nestled on the edge of Tongariro National Park, the gateway to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Whether your holiday is an action packed Ruapehu ski, snowboard or tramping adventure or you’re just here to relax, they offer peaceful, bush surroundings and lots of family-friendly fun to be had in the children’s playground, games room (with Sky TV, pool table and air hockey), or by grabbing a ball from their sports equipment stash to enjoy some fresh air in their park-like grounds. Great family accommodation options for all seasons.

Catering for families, couples, singles and friends, with one, two and three bedroom accommodation options. Gables Lakefront Motel is within walking distance of all shops and eateries in Taupo and is also close to Taupo Thermal Hot Springs, Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery; and Taupo Bungy and A.C. Baths.

Family-friendly and great value, Camellia Court is in a quiet area of Taupo, but just a few minutes walk to lake and local activities. Accommodation includes family cabins and family motels with cooking facilities, TV, own bathroom and living space and lots of safe outdoor space including playground. Motels include 2 bedroom units sleeping up to 6 or family cabins are great value starting from $50(sleeping 4) per night.

Station Lodge Backpackers, a 1906 historical villa is located adjacent to the world renowned Tongariro National Park. Station Lodge Ohakune hostel offers budget accommodation in Ohakune for all seasons; the lodge is warm and inviting and its close proximity to spectacular walks including the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Turoa or Whakapapa ski field and the Whanganui River, make it the ideal adventure base.

Mount Ruapehu is 45 minutes away from this camp which has 96 comfortable cabins, all equipped with beds or bunks, mattresses, pillows, heater and table and chairs. The communal kitchens have toasters, cookers, fridges and freezers. The camp is set in three hectares of park-like grounds and there is plenty of space and privacy for camping or cabin accommodation. A volleyball net, croquet set and children’s play area are all on site.

Huka Falls Resort offers a peaceful, private and relaxed environment just minutes from New Zealand's largest lake, the world-renowned Huka Falls, and the thriving township of Taupo. Nestled amongst 7 hectares of landscaped gardens and a vineyard, our spacious, stand -alone villas offer three styles of accommodation. Choose from 19 two bedroom villas, 10 one bedroom suites & 10 studios. All suites and villas include bath/shower and kitchen facilities as well as spacious lounge. This is a unique family venue with 2 tennis courts, an outdoor swimming pool, petanque and plenty of space for family ball games or picnics. The onsite Huka Falls Restaurant offers stunning views over Mt Tauhara & the Pinot Noir vineyard. Open 7 days for breakfast, lunch, dinner and wine tastings. High chairs are available and activity sheets and crayons provided for the children.

Set in sheltering native trees, backing onto a pure mountain stream. Closest accommodation to Tongariro Alpine Crossing (shuttles available from accommodation) and Whakapapa ski field. A variety of accommodation options available including Campervan and Tent Sites, Cabins, a Self-Contained Cabin, Lodge Private Rooms and Backpacker Beds. Also, a 32-bed Lodge, completely self-contained. Shared Amenities with full facilities and free wi-fi.

Situated on Lake Terrace in Two Mile Bay, this recently refurbished motel has spacious rooms with super king size beds and kitchenettes. Rooms can accommodate an extra person on a single roll-away at an extra cost of $15 and a portacot and highchair are available on request. There is a trampoline for the children to play on and a four acre reserve backs onto the motel with swimming beaches, walks and restaurants nearby. Enjoy lake views from the sunny decks, cook on the BBQ or relax in their large private spa room. Accommodation ranges from a cottage which sleeps one to four to studios for one to two persons. The motel has two pet friendly rooms which can accommodate your pet on its own bedding at a cost of $10 a night.

Situated on the shores of Lake Taupo, the Oasis Beach Resort has outstanding views of the lake and mountains, only metres from hot water beach.
Relax in the large heated swimming pool, or unwind in the indoor or outdoor spas.
Enjoy a game of tennis or a beautiful scenic walk along the water's edge.
Treat the family to a meal at one of our two adjacent restaurants.  Our family units sleep up to four people.

A perfect lakefront location The Cove invites you to sit on the sun drenched balcony and capture all the views before you including the ranges and the inviting, stunning Lake Taupo, or why not soak, relax and explore the hot, natural, mineral waters nearby. We have 12 suites all with thermally heated spas, 6 studio units, an Executive Suite and a Presidential Penthouse that complete our range of quality accommodation. Excellent facilities and suites that are comfortable while allowing your stay to be enjoyable, and truly relaxing.

Wellesley Hotel on the Lake, Taupo is perfectly positioned on the lakefront at Lake Taupo, with spectacular views across the lake, to the three volcanic cones of Ruapehu, Tongariro and Ngauruhoe. This small, four star Qualmark rated hotel, is proudly NZ family owned and operated and is within minutes of the town centre and airport. Triple rooms and family rooms available, SKY TV, swimming pool and hot tub.