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Our top choices for Aratiatia Rapids hotels

A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.

1. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
4.5 star property
10.9 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A beautiful day and a stunning view of the lake."
Australia
Denis
The price is CA $179
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.

2. Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo
5.0 star property
10.2 km from Aratiatia Rapids
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The pool and Sauna are great."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is CA $166
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Hilton Lake Taupo
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

3. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Cascades Lakefront Motel
4.0 star property
11.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (707 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay close to lake"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is CA $142
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Cascades Lakefront Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
9.6 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"very nice place to stay at"
Australia
shane
The price is CA $110
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Beechtree Motel
A person seated at a table with a bottle of wine and a glass, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and hills.

5. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
9.9 km from Aratiatia Rapids
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"As usual great staff great hotel"
Australia
Steve
The price is CA $174
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
A dining area with a table set for four, large windows with a view of a garden and the sea.

6. Belle vue Boutique Lodge

Belle vue Boutique Lodge
3.5 star property
13.5 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (112 reviews)
"A wonderful stay! Warm, welcoming hosts and beautifully comfortable with everything you need plus a fabulous view!"
Australia
Louise
The price is CA $261
CA $301 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Belle vue Boutique Lodge
A modern room with a sofa, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

7. Gables Lakefront Motel

Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (511 reviews)
"Great location, spa was great and staff were helpful if you had any spa issues."
Australia
Amy
The price is CA $137
CA $158 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Gables Lakefront Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area.

8. Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo
3.5 star property
11.8 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (691 reviews)
"Great property, great for families. We had an awesome time. The owners went out of their way to make it enjoyable."
Australia
Jane
The price is CA $133
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Anchorage Resort Taupo
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a small pool, and a view of the sea.

9. The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
4.0 star property
10.7 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (995 reviews)
"That pool was amazing..."
Australia
Brad
The price is CA $185
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Reef Resort
A well-lit outdoor area with a lawn, pathway, and wooden furniture.

10. Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
3.5 star property
4.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Always enjoy staying here - staff are very friendly and helpful. Everything you need is all in this one resort to relax and enjoy."
Australia
Lynley
The price is CA $88
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
A spacious room with a wooden table and white chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Haka House Taupo

Haka House Taupo
4.0 star property
9.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (303 reviews)
"clean."
Australia
Truong
The price is CA $56
CA $65 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Haka House Taupo
A room with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, a large sliding glass door leading to a view of the sea, and a ceiling light fixture.

12. Sails On The Lake

Sails On The Lake
3.5 star property
10.1 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (784 reviews)
"A beautiful, clean spot for our family of 3 to spend a night during a roadtrip"
Australia
Ilana
The price is CA $148
CA $171 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Sails On The Lake
A well-lit outdoor area with a wooden deck, a covered seating area, and a garden with flowers and shrubs.

13. Phoenix Resort

Phoenix Resort
3.0 star property
10.7 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (279 reviews)
"Great location and studio. Kids loved their upstairs bedroom. Free washing service was very useful and the garden is beautiful!"
Australia
karen
The price is CA $123
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Phoenix Resort
A room with a view of a calm lake and mountains, featuring two wicker chairs with red cushions, a small table with a remote control, and a window with curtains.

14. Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 star property
10 km from Aratiatia Rapids
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (820 reviews)
"Everything was good and excellent view of the lake"
United States
Jalal
The price is CA $86
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Tui Oaks Motel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of the street and greenery.

15. Lakeland Resort Taupo

Lakeland Resort Taupo
3.0 star property
11.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff great location"
Australia
Jermaine
The price is CA $99
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Lakeland Resort Taupo
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

16. Alpine Lake Motor Lodge

Alpine Lake Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
9.5 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (907 reviews)
"Lovely hotel enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Brooke
The price is CA $132
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Alpine Lake Motor Lodge
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of the sea.

17. The Village Resort

The Village Resort
4.0 star property
10 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (382 reviews)
"Heaps of space in the one-bedroom, all clean and tidy. Great facilities with the pool and tennis court! Handy parking and super easy walking distance to town. Lovely hosts!"
Australia
Nina
The price is CA $161
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Village Resort
A two-story motel with a motor inn sign, featuring a modern design with large windows and a well-lit facade.

18. Ascot Motor Inn Taupo

Ascot Motor Inn Taupo
4.5 star property
9.5 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (707 reviews)
"Great stay in a clean and tidy unit with friendly staff. Highly recommend."
Australia
Malcolm
The price is CA $105
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Ascot Motor Inn Taupo
A modern two-story building with a sign reading "OFFICE" on the facade.

19. Dunrovin Motel

Dunrovin Motel
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (153 reviews)
"EV charging was an unexpected bonus!"
Australia
Ben
The price is CA $112
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Dunrovin Motel
A hotel room with two beds, each with red and white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through the window.

20. Great Lake Motel Taupo

Great Lake Motel Taupo
2.5 star property
10 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (223 reviews)
"always stay at the great lake motel ticks all the boxes"
Australia
graham
The price is CA $139
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Great Lake Motel Taupo
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Compare top hotels near Aratiatia Rapids

A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

4.5 star property
10.9 km from Aratiatia Rapids
View
A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.

Hilton Lake Taupo

5.0 star property
10.2 km from Aratiatia Rapids
View
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

Cascades Lakefront Motel

4.0 star property
11.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids
View
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.

Beechtree Motel

4.5 star property
9.6 km from Aratiatia Rapids
View
A person seated at a table with a bottle of wine and a glass, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and hills.

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

4.0 star property
9.9 km from Aratiatia Rapids
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9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
707 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
The price is CA $179
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
The price is CA $166
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The price is CA $142
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
The price is CA $110
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
The price is CA $174
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
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Top Aratiatia Rapids Hotel Reviews

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

8/10 Good
"Older complex and well kept. Comfortable rooms and private outdoor patioswith lots of green space an. Grounds had garden and play areas and the pool was so hot n lovely to soak in after exploring area"
Jami 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

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9.2/10 (143 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Aratiatia Rapids?
Aratiatia Rapids is located in a welcoming area of Wairakei known for its beautiful lakeside setting. You'll find 10 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay close to Aratiatia Rapids?
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Aratiatia Rapids. Other good options within 5 miles include Huka Lodge, Beckons and Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort.
How many hotels are there near Aratiatia Rapids?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Aratiatia Rapids.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Aratiatia Rapids, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Aratiatia Rapids.
What can I see and do near Aratiatia Rapids?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Mind Junction, Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley, and Spa Thermal Park. Wairakei International Golf Course, Rock`n Ropes, or Golf Club Taupō are some local sights worth checking out.