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Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

640 Wairakei Road, Taupo, 3352

8.0 Excellent3649 guest reviews

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodation and Amenities

    Wairakei Resort, just a short drive from Taupo, offers spacious rooms with broadband connection and en suite bathrooms with free toiletries. Guests can unwind in 2 outdoor heated pools, 6 spa pools, and enjoy sports facilities like squash and tennis courts.

  • Family-Friendly with Entertainment Options

    This family-friendly resort boasts a luxury day spa, 9-hole golf course, and a fitness center. With free WiFi and ample entertainment options, every family member is sure to have a memorable stay.

  • Convenient Location and Free Services

    Located amidst landscaped gardens and unique geothermal features, the resort offers free WiFi, secure parking, and easy access to Lake Taupo and Taupo airport.

Book now for a relaxing and enjoyable getaway.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Friendly staff

  • Good amenities

  • Great location

At the hotel

Popular amenities

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  • 24-hour front desk
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Beauty Services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Children's playground
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Pools & wellness

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Massage services
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Restaurant

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Garden
  • Golf course
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun terrace
  • Tennis court
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Safety deposit box
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Services & essentials

  • Designated smoking area
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Higher level toilet
  • Key card access
  • Picnic area
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

3,649 reviews
10/ 10
What an amazing stay great value for money insanely good room the pools are amazing
Ribeiro · couple · 2026-10-24

The guest experience

8.0out of 10
3649 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Friendly staff
  • Good amenities
  • Great location

Worth knowing — Musty smell · Room quality inconsistent · Facilities need updates

How guests scored the stay

  • Service9.0

    General positive sentiment about staff, especially noted as friendly and helpful.

  • Location8.5

    The location is often highlighted as a strong point, providing easy access and a great setting.

  • Amenities8.0

    The range of activities and facilities such as pools and spa were well-received.

  • Food and Beverage8.0

    The buffet breakfast and children's options were praised, though some noted inconsistency in quality.

  • Overall Experience8.0

    Guests had a generally positive but mixed experience, with a few specific complaints.

  • Cleanliness7.5

    Some reviews mentioned that the room had a musty smell and facilities needed updating.

  • Room Quality7.5

    Rooms noted as a bit run down, with issues like the need for bathroom fans and other updates.

  • Value for Money7.5

    Several comments indicated that experiences could feel overpriced for the quality received.

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Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

47% of 15 recent stays rated 8+

8.03649 reviews

  • Amazing stay would definitely be recommending this to friends and family

    10/10

    Ribeiro · couple · 2026-10-24

    “What an amazing stay great value for money insanely good room the pools are amazing”

  • Value for money, relaxing and enjoyable. Staff super friendly and helpful.

    10/10

    Jenni · family with children · 2026-10-24

    “Hot pool was awesome, 6am -11pm perfect way to start and end the day.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Brian and Cindy · couple · 2026-10-23

    “Breakfast was excellent as was the dinner we had first night. Loved the grounds around the hotel and the staff were helpful and pleasent.”

  • Guest review

    3/10

    Timothy · couple · 2026-10-23

    “staff at reception were nice”

  • Disappointed!

    1/10

    Don New Zealand · solo traveller · 2026-10-23

    “Room is in need of an update, hole in wall, small and very basic”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Katie · couple · 2026-10-22

    “Great way to relax, hot pools and grounds. Loved the 9hole golf course”

  • A good location with great facilities

    8/10

    Yvonne · couple · 2026-10-22

    “Good location and quiet”

  • Value for money.

    8/10

    brian · couple · 2026-10-22

    “The pool base has become a tad rough of late.”

  • Convenient, quiet and reasonably comfortable.

    7/10

    Geoff · couple · 2026-10-20

    “Quiet location which was not too far from the centre of the town.”

  • we had a great stay, largely to the beautiful setting of the hotel, the friendlyness of the staff an

    8/10

    Tamascicli · couple · 2026-10-20

    “The room was great, roomy, sunny, great large bed.”

  • we were upgraded to a better room. thank you

    7/10

    jillian · family with children · 2026-10-19

    “breakfast was excellent, dinner poor and not up to expectations”

  • Guest review

    4/10

    John · couple · 2026-10-19

    “Nice outdoor spaces”

  • Great hot pool, nice stay, but rooms a little dated

    6/10

    Kate · couple · 2026-10-18

    “The heated pool was a lovely bonus. Sheets and towels were nice quality. Bed was comfy.”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Gillian · extended group · 2026-10-18

    “Comfortable”

  • Waireki resort - a great way to relax.

    9/10

    Carla · solo traveller · 2026-10-18

    “We love the location & easy parking for the bike trailer. Close to the track in Taupo. The hot pools are great way to relax after a days racing.”

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