About

Near Taupo Hot Springs

When you stay at VU Thermal Lodge in Taupo, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp. This beach motel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Huka Falls.

Dip into one of the 10 spa tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include hot springs. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 17 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens. Flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Lake Taupo - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Taupo Hot Springs - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 2.3 km / 1.5 mi
Three Mile Bay - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Spa Thermal Park - 3 km / 1.8 mi
Golf Club Taupo - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Four Mile Bay - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Five Mile Bay - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi
Huka Falls - 7.5 km / 4.7 mi
Craters of the Moon - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Wairakei International Golf Course - 8.1 km / 5 mi
Prawn Farm - 10.1 km / 6.3 mi

The preferred airport for VU Thermal Lodge is Taupo (TUO) - 6 km / 3.7 mi

Amenities

Wheelchair accessible – no
Luggage storage
Front desk (limited hours)
Swimming pool
Free WiFi
Number of spa tubs - 10
Outdoor seasonal pool
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Laundry facilities
Tours/ticket assistance
Free self parking
Terrace

Guest Reviews

Check in and important information

Check In

2:00 PM

Check Out

10:00 AM

Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Deposit: NZD 120 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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Know Before You Go

Pool access available from 8 AM to 9 PM.
Hot springs access available from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Alcohol is not served at this property.
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.
Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC).
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly).