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Wairakei Resort Taupo

4.0 of 5
State Highway 1, Taupo, New Zealand (Formerly Bayview Wairakei Resort)
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013
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Wellington, New Zealand
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

If your traveling in NZ with kids and you are looking for somewhere to stay for a few days in the central North island then stay here. Its a grand old hotel with big safe grounds, that's really kid friendly and really well located for you to do loads of day activities and then come back to relax and wind... More

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Auckland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

Perfect place for a reunion. Friendly staff. Safe grounds to walk in and get under the main road by a tunnel.. . . Autumn colors were lovely. Dishwash drawer in this one bedroom unit. New kitchen and bathroom, no water restricter on the shower.

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

The exterior appearance of this place is quite grand and the gardens surrounding the area are beautiful. There are several geothermal heated pools and spas as well as a 9 hole golf course. The rooms are comfortable, nice beds, great pillows, bedding keeps you cosy. Rooms have a heat pump and their own hot water, great for a nice hot... More

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Auckland
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7 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

As a frequent traveller through Taupo I generally stay at a budget place on the main road - a quick get away in the morning. However on my last trip through I decided to check out this resort. While a little old, it is still neat, tidy, clean and very comfortable. The rooms were lovely and remodeled and the beds... More

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11 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013 via mobile

Great hotel away from the distractions of the CBD. Great food and excellent service. Nice and quiet. Short ride fromTaupo township. Lovely pool and spa area. Recommend. Stayed on business but would happily recommend for families also.

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Gladstone, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

The exterior appearance of this place was great and the gardens surrounding the area are beautiful. Having a geothermal heated pool and spas as well as a 9 hole golf course is an added bonus. The interior could do with a bit of an upgrade and it is a little far from town for some people but if you are... More

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Auckland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013 via mobile

I stayed here while attending a conference - well there simply isn't another hotel in Taupo with serious conference facilities. The rooms while basic and possibly dated, were comfortable and the heat pump kept them warm. The restaurants are not the best choice in Taupo but for a quick buffet breakfast the Pavilion Restaurant was more than adequate. This hotel... More

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Tauranga, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We stayed for 2 nights as an extended family with teenage kids. We had a Villa room with adjoining King Suite which was perfect for our group. This meant we had 2 queen beds, 2 single beds (in the lounge) 2 bathrooms and a kitchen/dining area. Also a washing machine and drier. The room was a little old and dated,... More

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Palmerston North, New Zealand
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8 hotel reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We arrived in Taupo at 11pm with no bookings, only to find all Taupo accommodation closed for the night. At the service station in Wairakei we were told that the Wairakei Resort was open around the clock, so we went across the road and tried there. We had a room in the 300 block, well away from the hotel where... More

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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7 hotel reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Recently stayed at this hotel for two nights.Very old and dated and seriously requires a facelift. Beds very comfortable and clean crisp sheets, lots of towels etc. Dinner at the restaurant was average and the staff were quite keen for us a group of four people to have the buffet dinner. We opted for the menu and the food was... More

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Additional Information about Wairakei Resort Taupo

Also Known As:
Bayview Wairakei Hotel Taupo
Bayview Wairakei Hotel
Hotel Bayview Wairakei
Address: State Highway 1, Taupo, New Zealand (Formerly Bayview Wairakei Resort)
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Region: New Zealand > North Island > Taupo
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#7 Business Hotels in Taupo
#14 Luxury Hotels in Taupo
#20 Family Hotels in Taupo
Price range (per night): S$147 - 200
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Wairakei Resort Taupo is located only 5 minutes north of Taupo town centre, offering superb hotel and villa accommodation in Taupo with excellent indoor & outdoor leisure facilities and dining options, as well as a being a purpose built Taupo conference venue. All situated in a stunning historic setting, close to Taupo’s many activities and attractions. ... more   less 
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