A geothermal area with steam vents, a path, and a distant mountain range.

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Our top choices for Craters of the Moon hotels

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Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Craters of the Moon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"clean room, friendly staff, great outdoor hot pool"
Australia
Robina
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
Restaurant

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo
2.0 star property
2.9 km from Craters of the Moon
Wairakei Resort Taupo
43-inch LED TV with premium TV channels, TV, DVD player

Ashbrook Motel Taupo

Ashbrook Motel Taupo
3.0 star property
4.2 km from Craters of the Moon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (313 reviews)
"Very nice, would stay again"
Australia
Nicola
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Ashbrook Motel Taupo
Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub | Private kitchen

Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
4.9 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (980 reviews)
"Fabulous welcoming management who made it an absolutely neat stay - absolutely recommend this venue"
Australia
Rita
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Beechtree Motel
2 Bedroom Upstairs Lake view Suite (Acacia Wing) | Living room

Acacia Lake View Motel

Acacia Lake View Motel
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (606 reviews)
"Nice place to stay! "
Canada
Pierre
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Acacia Lake View Motel
Deluxe Apartment, Lake View | View from property

Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 star property
5.2 km from Craters of the Moon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (775 reviews)
"Great for an overnighter, easy walk along the lake esplanade into town."
Australia
Jennifer
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Tui Oaks Motel
Family BBQ and Spa Suite

Alpine Lake Motor Lodge

Alpine Lake Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
4.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (896 reviews)
"Excellent property, great location."
Australia
Paul
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Alpine Lake Motor Lodge
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
4.7 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, will look to stay here again."
Australia
Elton
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
Terrace/patio

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (645 reviews)
"For a short stay, the amenities were good. The private spa was great. The unit was in need of a bit of maintenance but overall I would recommend it as a place to stay."
Australia
Michael
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
Deluxe Studio Suite | Balcony view

Baycrest Lodge

Baycrest Lodge
4.0 star property
5.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (802 reviews)
"I loved the spa bath. Views were great. A lovely place to stay."
Australia
Serenity
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Baycrest Lodge
Studio, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Living area

Sails On The Lake

Sails On The Lake
3.5 star property
5.7 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (768 reviews)
"We would definitely stay again"
Australia
Alison
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Sails On The Lake
Premium Lakeview Family Room | Lake view

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
4.9 km from Craters of the Moon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel to stay at,,"
Australia
Patrick
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Superior Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Bella Vista Taupo

Bella Vista Taupo
4.0 star property
4.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (584 reviews)
"Close to town centre."
Australia
Connell
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Bella Vista Taupo
Terrace/patio

Ika Nui Taupo

Ika Nui Taupo
3.0 star property
4.9 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (414 reviews)
"great place to stay in taupo , walked to main dinners , close to shops , great kitchen and bathroom , lake front walk across the street , had a great time bruce"
Australia
bruce
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Ika Nui Taupo
Front of property

The Lake Motel

The Lake Motel
3.5 star property
5.6 km from Craters of the Moon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (343 reviews)
"Nice and comfortable stay"
Australia
Surbhi
The price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
The Lake Motel
Reception

The Village Resort

The Village Resort
4.0 star property
5.2 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (370 reviews)
"Awesome host family friendly apartments and very spacious"
Australia
James
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
The Village Resort
Exterior

Gables Lakefront Motel

Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
5.7 km from Craters of the Moon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (491 reviews)
"Great location close to everything"
Australia
Michelle
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Gables Lakefront Motel
2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
4.0 star property
6.6 km from Craters of the Moon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (977 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay with the ex room conditions and all staff were so nice and very pleasant to talk with. Would stay again."
Australia
Raewyn
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
The Reef Resort
Studio Unit, Spa Bath

Great Lake Motel Taupo

Great Lake Motel Taupo
2.5 star property
4.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (215 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful."
Australia
Kevin
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Great Lake Motel Taupo
Exterior

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
4.4 km from Craters of the Moon
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (749 reviews)
"Property is nice and handy. Would have loved to have a window to open. Staff were lovely."
Australia
Gael
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments
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.
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Top Craters of the Moon Hotel Reviews

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

8/10 Good
"It was ideal having a restaurant and bar attached. If booking a single room, get standard, it has a fridge, and some have bathtub."
Joe 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Hotels near other Craters of the Moon attractions

A white water rafting course with a raft in the river, surrounded by dense forest and a viewing platform with people.

Huka Falls

9.4/10 (685 reviews)
Whether viewing from a boat, bridge or the riverbank, this set of waterfalls is a spectacular sight as a huge body of water surges forward and downward.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Craters of the Moon?
Craters of the Moon is located in a welcoming area of Wairakei known for its beautiful lakeside setting. You'll find 574 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Craters of the Moon?
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. It's located 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Craters of the Moon. Other good options within a few miles include Beechtree Motel and Huka Lodge, Beckons.
How many hotels will I find near Craters of the Moon?
Expedia has 574 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Craters of the Moon.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Craters of the Moon, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Craters of the Moon.
What can I see and do near Craters of the Moon?
You can wander around Huka Falls, Aratiatia Rapids or Waipahihi Botanical Gardens if you want a dose of fresh air. Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley, Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. At Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa, Maori Carvings and Taupō Hot Springs, take some time to really appreciate nature.

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