281 Spa Road, 3378 Taupo, New Zealand
#58 of 60 hotels in Taupo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 2817 hotel reviews
6.7Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Location
8.0
Facilities
6.7
Staff
8.0
Value for money
7.6
Free WiFi
8.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 May 2024
Cornell
New ZealandNothing
Loved the spa bath
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Kat
New ZealandLittle run down but clean
Good location, had everything we needed for the night
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Michelle
New ZealandHas very good potential once renovated
Room was comfortable and clean. The exterior looks dated but instead was clean.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
May
New ZealandThe shower drain was terrible, within a few minutes of the water running it was completely flooded and we were ankle-deep in water. It didn't drain even when left overnight.
It was exactly what we paid for, a little rundown but a good deal. Comfy beds and easy parking. Quiet but it's probably because it was the off-season. We appreciated the check-in package left for us as we arrived later than planned
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Lauren
South AfricaLack of stove
Very friendly staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Crookes
New ZealandWas a bit worried about this place after the reviews, but I found it warm, clean, with very comfortable beds, especially at the price I paid. Ok it is a little old and tired, but very happy with our stay
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Smallman
New ZealandBed n shower great
Handy to town
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Kristina
AustraliaFirst impressions weren't great. Reception and outside buildings are very dated and old looking. We were really glad the first impressions were not the way the whole place was 🤣
The inside of the room had been renovated and was really nice. Was super quiet even though there were lots of other guests there
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Nicole
New ZealandThe electric jug had weird black grit in, so we used the microwave to heat water instead. The reception area was a bit messy, could use a tidy up.
Nice room, very comfortable beds and bedding, heat pump. Modern kitchen and bathroom. Nice quiet location. Parking right outside the door. Good place to stay for those on a budget.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Amanda
New ZealandNothing really , but there was no spare blankets that I could see. and I if my children were younger I’d be concerned with them being upstairs as the mezzanine hand rail is very easy to climb.
The unit had all that we needed for a warm comfortable nights stay, and the spa bath was a nice bonus. Plenty of parking, and the kitchen and bathroom has had some refurbishment done.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Hajra
New Zealand* One of the room fridges wasn’t working (booked two rooms) * Extremely stringent check in rules (have been travelling since 8 years in the entire Nz and this was the most strict one * Need a better and welcoming and friendly front line staff * More facilities in the area. There are so many run down areas which can be used to invest in stuff for kids to make the venue more attractive for people.
* Excellent heat pump. Must for autumn spring n winter months and Taupo is generally cold anyway. It was even on when we arrived!! * Smart TV * Nice view of the outside from the room * Carpeted so didn’t feel like we are living in an igloo * Walls weren’t cold so heat pump heated the room fast.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Wikitoria
New ZealandThe bathroom sink kept blocking and backing up. We were also advised we cause use the spa bath but when we turned it on it had a funky smell but other than that. Great experience
Location was nice and quiet, close to town and family friendly. Exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Joanne
New ZealandBeds and pillow super comfortable
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Hannah
New ZealandNeeds a clean and not with smelly chemical products
Quaint character
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Trina
New ZealandCleaning
Quiet
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Natan
New ZealandQuality sheets and pillows. Very clean room.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Peter
AustraliaSurrounding site needs updating/tidying.
Spacious room, good location, comfortable beds good facilities in room.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Penny
New ZealandThe chalets could be cleaner and need some tlc.
The location is good. Peaceful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Paula
New ZealandThe shower was blocked. The spa bath buttons didn't work even when pushed as directed.
Loved the area, plenty of parking - great friendly staff.Beds were super comfortable and lovely size for children too.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Gary
New ZealandNo sky sports,
Location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Liz
New ZealandMould on bathroom ceiling Holes in walls Creaky floor boards in loft and stairs No cooking facilities Stained duvets sandwiched between sheets
Location, quiet, peaceful
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Robert
AustraliaNothing
Good quiet spot
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Peter
New ZealandNothing
Good value for money cleanliness,quiet & good staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Warwick
New ZealandThe property felt sad. Grounds not well maintained, but that didn't affect our stay
The unit was recently redecorated and fresh. Comfy bed. good value fir the price
Stayed in April 2024
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