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Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

3.0 star property
Thermal waters and spa tubs create a natural sanctuary for relaxation near Taupo's botanical gardens and cultural attractions

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VU Thermal Lodge provides a peaceful retreat featuring an indoor mineral hot spring and 11 indoor hot springs. Guests can enjoy the terrace or choose from 10 spa tubs for relaxation after visiting nearby Waipahihi Botanical Gardens or Taupo Museum and Art Gallery.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is ₩168,792
₩194,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17

Room options

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Private pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | Balcony

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • 78 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view) | Private spa tub

Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually decorated
Private pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • Partial lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Thermal Spa Super King Suite Ground Floor (adult only) | Terrace/patio

One Bedroom Thermal Spa Super King Suite Ground Floor (adult only)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 Bedroom Super King Suite with Balcony (upper floor no spa) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bedroom Super King Suite with Balcony (upper floor no spa)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Partial lake view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Lakefront 1 Bedrom Super King Suite (upper floor , no spa) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakefront 1 Bedrom Super King Suite (upper floor , no spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Spa Studio Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakefront King Spa Studio Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Queen Spa Studio Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Spa Suite Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Suite With Lake View

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Suite With Lake View

  • Sleeps 4

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super King Suite With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Located in Taupō Central, a neighborhood in Taupō, Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only is near the airport and on the waterfront. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Huka Falls. Don't miss out on a visit to Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. With kayaking, water skiing, and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Taupō travel guide
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6 Taharepa Road, Taupo, Waikato, 3330

What's nearby

  • Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand
    Taupō Hot Springs
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery showing art and indigenous culture
    Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Maori Carvings
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    20 min walk
  • Dixie Brown's Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Cafe Baku
    4 min drive
  • Replete Food Company
    3 min drive
  • Piccolo
    2 min drive

About this property

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Motel near Maori Carvings
Located close to Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery, Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only provides an outdoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 11 indoor hot springs. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • 4 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Hot springs on site, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, kitchens, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • 11 indoor hot springs
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Hot tub

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 11 indoor hot springs
  • 4 outdoor hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 131 ºF
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 48 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from noon to 9 PM
Hot springs access available from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

VU Thermal Lodge Taupo
VU Thermal Taupo
VU Thermal
VU Thermal Lodge
Taupo Thermal & Spa Taupo
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Motel
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Taupo
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Does Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools. Pool access is from noon–9 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only?

As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only on Mar 16, 2026 start from ₩168,792, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Taupō Central motel is in a national park and within 2 mi (3 km) of Maori Carvings, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens, and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery. Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and A.C. Baths are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 589 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 589 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 589 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 589 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 589 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely friendly & the room was spotless. Highlight was the lovely spa. Would definitely recommend .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff, a great location, clean rooms and the thermal hot springs are wonderful. I will definitely return for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff, spa bath
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. In room spa was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fantastic and amenities exceeded expectations with a private mineral water bath. The shower pressure was amazing and toilet had a bidet attached.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful manager. We enjoyed the thermal spas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

marissa

Nice check in. Good view. Good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was lovely, location was great. Room smelt a little but it was clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location and view of lake. Thermal pools were nice and relaxing. Lovely staff on front desk made us feel very welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The lady at check in was so kind and helpful. The thermal pools were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic host and amazing outdoor pools. Rooms a little tired but location, view, private pool and extraordinary pool area more than made up for.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tash

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were lucky enough to get this place last minute and we were blown away. Massive rooms, bed and tele. Fully equipt kitchen, ideal location and the thermal Spa bath just topped it off. Stunning view from the porch too. Just wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing staff, huuuge room, the pools were amazing. we really enjoyed our stay here and will definitely be back! super quiet as well
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carol greeted me like I was a friend! The carpeting looked brand new, the room was spotless, the coffee, tea & hot chocolate selections were excellent! There was a kettle, a French press for coffee making, a microwave & kitchen sink + dish soap. The shower was excellent & bathroom very clean! My view of Lake Taupo was picture perfect. The thermal spas were a welcomed bonus! Everything was exceptional!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spa facilities, and bonus to have own private spa in room. Friendly and responsive staff. Location adjacent to the lake, and a short stroll into town. Room a bot dated, but clean and more than adequate for a brief stay. Would return again and can recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing private spa
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carol was warm and welcoming very helpful, the apartment was clean and tidy. The pools were absolutely amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

We so enjoyed staying here. Our room had a balcony with a view of Lake Taupo and Mount Tongariro. It was close to the beach, too. Carol, our host, was excellent and helpful. And the bonus was the private hot pool area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff were great Hot pools are a plus
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

cleveland Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was so relaxing the pool was clean everything about us day was wonderful The host very nice lady
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super friendly staff. Room comfortable and well-equipped but a little dated. Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unit was spacious with a comfortable bed & private spa tub. Unit also had its own kitchen and seperate dining room. We enjoyed the heated mineral pools (4 hot+ 1 cold) with plenty of room to sun bathe too. Used them for free every day, as part of our stay. Hostesses was friendly and helpful .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Agata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Slightly dated but clean rooms, you can tell they have been updated in certain areas. Staff was very friendly and the pools were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025