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
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 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
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Kezia
New ZealandThe bathroom lock was very high and my 9 year old couldn’t reach it.
Kids loved the layout with the spacious loft bedroom and the big spa bath out the back. Beds were comfortable and rooms were warm.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Keith
New ZealandSHOWERING quite mouldy
NA
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Rachel
New ZealandOnly the spa jet needs to be cleaned because of the nasty rotten smelly when my daughter pressed the button to make it bubble and it made a nasty burst odour. Even the tap water itself is not a nasty odour. Only the spa jet needs fully cleaned.
The property looks cozy and warm. It smells clean all of the rooms. Even if it was cold weather, the room was so warm when we entered our room and it made us feel so welcome. I wouldn't mind coming back again in the future.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Trinette
New ZealandIncreased price from 135 night to 313 just because v8s were on
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Katie
AustraliaBathrooms were not great. Grounds very run down. It is absolutely budget accommodation which is why they are cheap, so do your homework before you book. It was fine for our family, but we are not too fussy.
Walk to the thermal spas and surrounding park, and they have a cheap room rate. Staff were helpful and friendly. Beds were comfy and clean.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Johann
New ZealandThe outside buildings and driveway areas are poorly maintained.
I had the best sleeps and the unit had a heat pump which kept us very cozy. W
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Te
New ZealandWe hadn't really looked into the place before we booked so we weren't quite ready for what we saw. When we went down the driveway and then pulled up into the reception area we were expecting the worst. The reception building is quite dated and then the buildings next to the chalets was a bit off-putting. We were staying in the chalet at the end of three and the pathway to it was quite narrow so it was quite awkward to have to squeeze past someone standing outside of the first chalet to get to our one. Maybe making another entry point would be good? Once we got over these things we definitely did enjoy our stay.
The chalet had a certain charm to it. I really did like the room and the Spa Bath. The chalet was also very clean and had everything we needed in it. Clean linen, towels and so forth. The beds were also very comfortable and the bathroom was very modern. I liked how quiet it was in the morning and sitting outside listening to the creek and the birds singing was very relaxing. The charming little bridge we crossed was also a nice touch. The receptionist had a friendly smile and was very welcoming and helpful. It definitely has potential to be a great place to stay.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Louise
New ZealandWe love the two story room with spa bath out back
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Katie
New ZealandThe bathroom had been redone which was lovely, however the roof in there really needed a sand and a paint too to finish it off, just seemed half done.
Great price and I was able to charge my car while there. Basic rooms but comfy. Friendly staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Marian
New ZealandSlippery lino in the bathroom.
Good value for money. Good, comfy beds with nice sheets, and clean!
Stayed in April 2024
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