5-Star Hotels in Waikato, New Zealand
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Hotels in Hilltop,Taupo
GGuest User 2026.04.14
This hotel is located near Lake Taupo, offering distant views of the lake. It's also conveniently close to the famous 'plane' McDonald's in town. It's a resort-style hotel with both paid and free parking areas. The single beds, at 0.9 meters wide, are a bit small, but the room itself is quite spacious. I was particularly pleased with the bathroom, which had two sinks, a bathtub, and a shower. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious. The maple leaves outside the hotel were beautiful, and I even saw a rainbow 🌈.
Very Good
204 reviews
8.8/10
Price from
JPY 17,351
per night
Hotels in Waikato
GGuest User 2026.01.13
We stayed one night en route to Hobbiton and liked it so much that we stayed another 2 later in our trip.
Great location, and Cambridge is a relatively easy base to get to other places from.
Beautiful decor throughout, nice finishings and really peaceful.
It was very busy during our stay (around Christmas/NY) so a little wait for food/drinks but that’s to be expected. We had positive interactions with all hotel and restaurant staff.
My only feedback is that the switches in the rooms have blue lights on them, which, for people that like a black-out room, can disrupt sleep. Hopefully an easy fix!
Amazing
75 reviews
9.7/10
Price from
JPY 27,418
per night
Hotels in Waipahihi,Taupo
GGuest User 2024.08.30
Very satisfactory hotel, comfortable, clean, and the service staff is very nice. Don't worry if you go out late, there is a garage key in the room key, which can open the garage door directly.
Great
83 reviews
9.0/10
Price from
JPY 25,109
per night
Hotels in Two Mile Bay,Taupo
GGuest User 2024.08.05
The hotel is close to the lake. The owner is Chinese and very friendly. He upgraded the room so that you can directly see Lake Taupo and gave us milk. The facilities in the room are very complete and the kitchen utensils can fully meet the needs. It is a very good stay experience. I will come again next time if I have the chance.
Very Good
112 reviews
8.7/10
Price from
JPY 11,662
per night
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GGuest User 2025.07.22
A family of four shared a three bedroom villa.
- spacious and quiet environment.
- friendly and helpful staff.
- food is delicious.
- the only problem is hot water would not be enough if you prolly be the last one to take the shower.
- worth staying.
Very Good
66 reviews
8.7/10
Price from
JPY 21,730
per night
Hotels in Acacia Bay,Taupo
GGuest User 2024.03.24
風景優美，兩位老夫妻經營四十年的旅館，充滿了藝術和家庭氣息，兩衹雙胞胎的狗狗活力滿滿。美中不足的是早餐八點半定時開始，八點會提前用意大利歌劇喚醒…喜歡晚起和社恐的慎選。不過，和來自世界各國的遊客同桌用餐其實也是很有意思的體驗。
Amazing
46 reviews
9.7/10
Price from
JPY 72,853
per night
Hotels in Waikato
SSHU 2019.10.11
Note that the room type is not a villa. Each house is an independent entry and exit of the two houses upstairs. If the room for you is upstairs, there is a terrace. If it is assigned downstairs, there is a lawn without a balcony. . The view of the yacht in our three-bedroom and one-bedroom balcony is the biggest highlight. There are two rooms in the three rooms and the living room facing the harbor. One room is facing the community. Everything in the room is good. The shower is very hot and the water is hot. This is good, the kitchen is big enough for you to cook and eat. It feels that each house has a different owner, and it is given to the management company for unified renting. The curtains in the bedroom are curtain-type, and there are gaps between the two. In the evening, the light is shining through the outside. At 6 o'clock in the morning, it starts to see through the sun. If it is not a good sleep, it should be difficult to sleep more than eight. There is nothing to play in the community, there is no place for a walk. The service is basically called no, except to get a key. Also please note that this two points will never let you stay in advance! There are two big supermarkets not far from driving, but there is not much to watch and play in the whole town.
Amazing
37 reviews
9.5/10
Price from
JPY 23,824
per night
Hotels in Waikato
QQianchenshi 2024.10.17
This hotel is so comfortable, quiet and warm, with great details. I don’t know what fun things there are in Turangi, but I just passed by and stayed for one night, and the experience exceeded my expectations ٩(๑^o^๑)۶
Outstanding
50 reviews
9.8/10
Price from
JPY 67,284
per night
Hotels in Waikato
Located in Te Puru, Te Puru Beach Lodge is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Goldmine Experience and Burke Street Wharf. This beach lodge is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from The Treasury and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Thames Historical Museum.
Treat yourself with massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a health club, a sauna, and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this Mediterranean lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the lodge's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 3 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Outstanding
4 reviews
10/10
Price from
JPY 39,033
per night
Hotels in Waikato
With a stay at Kinloch Manor & Villas in Kinloch, you'll be 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from The Kinloch Club and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Spa Thermal Park. This golf lodge is 12.3 mi (19.9 km) from Lake Taupō and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. After practicing your swing on the golf course, you can enjoy other recreational amenities, which include an outdoor tennis court. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Grab a bite to eat at Kinloch restaurant, a fine-dining restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-in. Event facilities at this lodge consist of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and free minibar items. Rooms have private patios. Cable programming and smart speakers are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Detached private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.
Great
13 reviews
9.1/10
Price from
JPY 207,064
per night
Travelers Reviews of Waikato Hotels
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8.8/10
Very Good
GGuest UserThis hotel is located near Lake Taupo, offering distant views of the lake. It's also conveniently close to the famous 'plane' McDonald's in town. It's a resort-style hotel with both paid and free parking areas. The single beds, at 0.9 meters wide, are a bit small, but the room itself is quite spacious. I was particularly pleased with the bathroom, which had two sinks, a bathtub, and a shower. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious. The maple leaves outside the hotel were beautiful, and I even saw a rainbow 🌈.
9.7/10
Amazing
GGuest UserWe stayed one night en route to Hobbiton and liked it so much that we stayed another 2 later in our trip.
Great location, and Cambridge is a relatively easy base to get to other places from.
Beautiful decor throughout, nice finishings and really peaceful.
It was very busy during our stay (around Christmas/NY) so a little wait for food/drinks but that’s to be expected. We had positive interactions with all hotel and restaurant staff.
My only feedback is that the switches in the rooms have blue lights on them, which, for people that like a black-out room, can disrupt sleep. Hopefully an easy fix!
8.7/10
Very Good
GGuest UserA family of four shared a three bedroom villa.
- spacious and quiet environment.
- friendly and helpful staff.
- food is delicious.
- the only problem is hot water would not be enough if you prolly be the last one to take the shower.
- worth staying.
8.7/10
Very Good
GGuest UserThe hotel is close to the lake. The owner is Chinese and very friendly. He upgraded the room so that you can directly see Lake Taupo and gave us milk. The facilities in the room are very complete and the kitchen utensils can fully meet the needs. It is a very good stay experience. I will come again next time if I have the chance.
9.5/10
Amazing
SSHUNote that the room type is not a villa. Each house is an independent entry and exit of the two houses upstairs. If the room for you is upstairs, there is a terrace. If it is assigned downstairs, there is a lawn without a balcony. . The view of the yacht in our three-bedroom and one-bedroom balcony is the biggest highlight. There are two rooms in the three rooms and the living room facing the harbor. One room is facing the community. Everything in the room is good. The shower is very hot and the water is hot. This is good, the kitchen is big enough for you to cook and eat. It feels that each house has a different owner, and it is given to the management company for unified renting. The curtains in the bedroom are curtain-type, and there are gaps between the two. In the evening, the light is shining through the outside. At 6 o'clock in the morning, it starts to see through the sun. If it is not a good sleep, it should be difficult to sleep more than eight. There is nothing to play in the community, there is no place for a walk. The service is basically called no, except to get a key. Also please note that this two points will never let you stay in advance! There are two big supermarkets not far from driving, but there is not much to watch and play in the whole town.
9.0/10
Great
GGuest UserVery satisfactory hotel, comfortable, clean, and the service staff is very nice. Don't worry if you go out late, there is a garage key in the room key, which can open the garage door directly.
9.7/10
Amazing
GGuest User風景優美，兩位老夫妻經營四十年的旅館，充滿了藝術和家庭氣息，兩衹雙胞胎的狗狗活力滿滿。美中不足的是早餐八點半定時開始，八點會提前用意大利歌劇喚醒…喜歡晚起和社恐的慎選。不過，和來自世界各國的遊客同桌用餐其實也是很有意思的體驗。
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Property Information for Tourists
| Total properties | 15 |
|---|---|
| Number of reviews | 863 |
| Highest price | JPY 572,782 |
| Lowest price | JPY 13,304 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | JPY 87,123 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | JPY 83,022 |