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A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.
A modern building with a parking lot and a view of a forested area with smoke rising in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a town and hills through a balcony.
A buffet area with various food options, including salads, fruits, and seafood.

1. Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
22.5 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Daisy
NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Rydges Rotorua
A spacious lobby with a high wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a marble pillar.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of a parking lot and hills.
A brick pathway leading through a garden with various plants and a brick wall on one side.
A spacious indoor area with wooden beams, multiple seating arrangements, and potted plants.

2. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
24.7 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Sarah-Jayne
NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
A wooden building with a sign reading "WELLER'S HOTEL" on the side.
A cozy lodge interior with a stone fireplace, leather armchairs, and a dining area.
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, comfortable seating areas, and a stone-tiled floor.
A log cabin-style building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a hot tub.

3. Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
46.7 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Tej Bahadur
NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A spa area with a hot tub, seating, and large windows overlooking a scenic view.
A hotel entrance with a curved archway, glass doors, and a central decorative panel.

4. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
25.1 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Rakesh
NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
A well-lit outdoor area with a lawn, pathway, and wooden furniture.
A large, well-lit building with a prominent entrance and a landscaped front yard.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a landscaped garden and a building with multiple balconies.
A dining area with a fireplace, a table with a plate of food, a glass of beer, and a vase of plants.

5. Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
40.1 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Albert
NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.
A modern multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and hilly terrain.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchen, and a large window offering a city view.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a fireplace. Tables are set with wine glasses and plates.

6. Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo
46.6 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Peter
NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hilton Lake Taupo
A circular hot tub with a brick border and a metal ladder, surrounded by lush greenery.
A modern house with a covered porch, a staircase, and a well-maintained garden.
A road leading to a spa with a sign indicating 'Hot Pools & Day Spa'.
A restaurant with indoor seating, a counter with various items, and a view of the parking area.

7. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
46.6 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Chris
NZ$89
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
A water park with a large pool, water slides, and lounge areas.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a wooden countertop.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.
A modern living room with a teal sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a striped ottoman.

8. Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
43.9 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Sangdoo
NZ$386
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
A festive dinner setting with a fireplace, decorated with garlands and ornaments, and a table set with plates of food, wine glasses, and cutlery.
A couple in a hot tub with a wooden fence in the background.
Two armchairs facing a fireplace with bookshelves and a chandelier in the background.
A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a chandelier, leading to a room with patterned wallpaper and a vintage telephone.

9. Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
25.1 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Mark
NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Prince's Gate Hotel
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by plants and a building with a balcony.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a pink bedspread, a wardrobe, and a large window with a view of the sea.
A dining area with tables set for guests, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
A room with a large glass window overlooking a body of water, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a table with a remote control.

10. Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel
47.5 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Megan
NZ$117
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Oasis Beach Motel
A swimming pool with a blue-lit deck, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with a small entrance.
A hotel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and a road.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and potted plants.
A hot tub with a wooden deck, a bowl of fruit, and a bottle of wine.

11. Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
27.7 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
United States
Parley-Nicolene
NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Newina Rotorua
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at night.
A modern hotel with a pet-friendly sign, a well-lit entrance, and a parking area.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a shelf with cups and a kettle.
A buffet with various food items and a sign that reads "Laughter is brightest where the food is good."

12. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
24.4 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Umang
NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A dining area with a large table, chairs, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern building with a reception area and a sign indicating a vacancy.

13. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
46.3 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Georgia
NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Beechtree Motel
A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.
A table set for dining with a view of the water and hills in the background.
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a view of the sea, a sofa with floral cushions, a table, and a lamp.
A living room with a sofa, two chairs, a glass coffee table, and a view of a lake with a dock and boat.

14. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
47.5 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
United States
Alice M
NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the sea and a balcony.
A hot tub area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a shaded umbrella.

15. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
46.8 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Kanwalnoor chatha
NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the sea.
A modern building with a glass facade, a prominent "Pullman" sign on the corner, and a visible entrance with a canopy.
A bartender pouring a drink into a martini glass at a bar with various bottles in the background.
A room with a view of a body of water, a round table, and two chairs.

16. Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua
25.2 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
United States
Lynne
NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Pullman Rotorua
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of the street and greenery.
A restaurant with a large dining area, multiple tables, and chairs.
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a glass entrance and potted plants.
A restaurant interior with a wooden ceiling, a chef statue, a fireplace, and leather seating.

17. Lakeland Resort Taupo

Lakeland Resort Taupo
47.9 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
Benjamin
NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Lakeland Resort Taupo
A modern living room with a glass wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a large window, a kitchen area, and a seating area with a view of the sea.
A hot tub with a view of the sea, a metal faucet, and a glass railing.
A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking a scenic lake and hills.

18. Sacred Waters

Sacred Waters
47.4 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
han
NZ$342
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Sacred Waters
A modern building with a covered outdoor seating area, large windows, and a landscaped garden.
A modern interior with a wooden wall, a green sofa, a round table, and a magazine rack.
A modern building with a restaurant named "ibis Restaurant" and outdoor seating.

19. ibis Rotorua

ibis Rotorua
25.5 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
amanda
NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
ibis Rotorua
A luxurious outdoor pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake at dusk.
An aerial view of a residential area with row houses, a small lake, and a road.
A wooden dock extending into a calm body of water, with a building featuring large windows and a covered patio area in the background.
A row of modern houses with a calm water body in the foreground.

20. Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
33.4 km from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Australia
James
NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
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Top Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland Hotel Reviews

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was excellent. I would recommend this accommodation to my friends and family."
Bernard 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Rydges Rotorua
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

8/10 Good
"Private hot tub for each room which you filled with fresh hot thermal water each time you used it.very clean"
David 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great. Only thing to mention is that the traffic noise could be annoying to some people, so if this is a concern then request a room at the rear of the complex."
Paul 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing, one of the best places"
Kusay 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort

10/10 Excellent
"The room is big and parking is convenient . Staff is friendly and helpful"
Catherine 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Regal Palms Resort
Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed only for one night and were sad to leave. We loved everything about the hotel, its location, the room and the breakfast which had a fabulous array of items and as vegetarians fully met our needs. Unable to fault the hotel at all"
Martin 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Pullman Rotorua
Park Central Rotorua

Park Central Rotorua

8/10 Good
"Very helpful staff and nice place to stay that is handy to central Rotorua. I expected to be able to use the pool but it was out of order."
Lorinda 2-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Park Central Rotorua
Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel

8/10 Good
"Such a beautiful old building that the owners are taking very good care of. The rooms were plush but small. The majority of the staff bent over backwards to help us and show us around. Recommend staying here for the history of the building."
Nicola 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Prince's Gate Hotel
Wylie Court

Wylie Court

10/10 Excellent
"Na"
Handro 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Wylie Court

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A geyser erupting with steam in a forested area.
Photo by Damir Lenc

Lady Knox Geyser

8.6/10 (56 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lady Knox Geyser during your travels in Waiotapu. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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A turquoise hot spring surrounded by forested cliffs.

Waimangu Volcanic Valley

9.2/10 (42 reviews)
Shaped by the force of nature less than 150 years ago, this picturesque valley is rich in geothermic activity, rare plant life and challenging walking trails.
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Waikite Valley Thermal Pools

9.0/10 (173 reviews)
Take the family on an outing to Waikite Valley Thermal Pools during your trip to Waikite Valley. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas.
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Te Kauae

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Te Kauae during your travels in Rerewhakaaitu. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Te Pā Tū

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Te Pā Tū in Tumunui.
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Te Rata Bay

Explore the great outdoors at Te Rata Bay, a lovely green space in Waimangu. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland?
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland is located in Waiotapu. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland?
Rydges Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. You'll find it 14 mi (22.5 km) from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. Other good options around the area include Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park and Millennium Hotel Rotorua.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland.

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