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VU Thermal Lodge
Lakefront motel within easy reach of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
- Free WiFi and free parking
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2 Taharepa Road, Taupo, 3330, Waikato, New Zealand
9.0.Superb.130 verified Hotels.com guest reviews
Comfortable but a bit tired. Cold nights and heat pump won’t heat the room. Far enough…
Jul 18, 2021
I thought we were supposed to get a pool but that didn’t happen. Really it was a very…
Jun 7, 2021
Official standards
This property advises that it adheres to COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC) cleaning and disinfection practices.
Enhanced health and safety measures
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.- Property is cleaned with disinfectant
- Staff wears personal protective equipment
- Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
- Social distancing measures are in place
- Contactless check-in is available
- Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Guests rated location
Easy parking42 positive mentions
Quiet38 positive mentions
Convenient36 positive mentions
Safe34 positive mentions
Walkable30 positive mentions
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 25 2021 to December 15 2021 (dates subject to change):
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Non-smoking
- Air Conditioning
Property highlights
Main amenities
- 17 smoke-free guestrooms
- Daily housekeeping
- Near the beach
- 10 spa tubs
- Hot springs
- Terrace
What’s around
- On the waterfront
- Taupo Bungy - 37 min walk
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 22 min walk
- Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 27 min walk
- Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 28 min walk
- Huka Falls - 4.7 mi / 7.5 km
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Enter dates for 2 guests
- Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Private Pool, Ground Floor
- Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ground Floor
- Exclusive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View
- Signature Studio, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Partial Lake View
- Exclusive Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Private Pool, Ground Floor
- Economy Studio, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor
- Premier One bed room apartment with mineral pool
- Superior One Bedroom Apartment with Mineral Pool
- Premier One Bedroom Apartment with Lake View
- Signature Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Lake View
What’s around
Landmarks
- On the waterfront
- Taupo Bungy - 37 min walk
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 22 min walk
- Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 27 min walk
- Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 28 min walk
- Huka Falls - 4.7 mi / 7.5 km
Getting around
- Taupo (TUO) - 7 min drive
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2 Taharepa Road, Taupo, 3330, Waikato, New Zealand
At a glance
Size
- 17 rooms
Arriving/leaving
- Check-in time 3:00 PM-9:30 PM
- Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
- Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in 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.
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
- Children (9 years old and younger) not allowed
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- Free onsite self parking
Other information
- Smoke-free property
- No alcohol served onsite
At the motel
Things to do
- Outdoor seasonal pool
- Number of spa tubs - 10
- Kayaking nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Water skiing nearby
Services
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
Facilities
- Terrace
Languages Spoken
- English
In the room
Home comforts
- Air conditioning
- Coffee/tea maker
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Shower only
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer (on request)
Be entertained
- Flat-screen TV
- Digital TV channels
Stay connected
- Free WiFi
Food and drink
- Microwave
- Kitchen
More
- Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen). This service features shared men and women areas.
Fees & policies
Refundable depositPay at property
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out:
- Deposit: NZD 120 per stay
Optional extras
- Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent
PetsPay at property
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out:
- Service animals exempt from fees
Pool, spa & gym (if applicable)Pay at property
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out:
- Pool access available from 8 AM to 9 PM
- The seasonal pool is open from January to December
- Hot springs access available from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Hygiene & cleanliness
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).
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
- VU Thermal Lodge Taupo
- VU Thermal Taupo
- VU Thermal
- VU Thermal Lodge Motel
- VU Thermal Lodge Taupo
- VU Thermal Lodge Motel Taupo
Also known as
- VU Thermal Lodge Taupo
- VU Thermal Taupo
- VU Thermal
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*See fees & policies for additional details or extra charges
FAQs
- Yes, VU Thermal Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
- This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
- Yes, there's free self parking.
- Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8 AM to 9 PM. The swimming pool will be unavailable from July 25 2021 to December 15 2021 (dates subject to change).
- Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
- You can check in from 3:00 PM - 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
- Yes. Nearby restaurants include Zest Cafe (15-min walk).
- Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, kayaking, and rafting. Additional recreation onsite includes hot springs. Soothe your senses in one of the 10 spa tubs or enjoy the use of a seasonal outdoor pool.
9.0.Superb.130 verified Hotels.com guest reviews
- 8.0.Very good
Weekend in Taupo
Older place but clean. Good view out to lake and mountain. Rather close to road and not enough sound insulation. Adequate heat pump. Very steep stairs.
Tony, 1 night trip, Apr 30, 2021
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- 10.0.Exceptional
Very friendly receptionist
francesco, 1 night trip, Feb 10, 2021
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- 10.0.Exceptional
Taupos gem ...
From the incredible welcome at checkin, to the beautiful room with view, and relaxing Thermal Pools to the kind and sincere checkout, everything was perfect this is a fabulous place to stay when vusiting Taupo..Thankyou so much
Serena, 1 night trip, Sep 28, 2020
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- 10.0.Exceptional
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Jodie, 2 night trip, Sep 17, 2020
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- 6.0.Good
Disappointing
VU is in a handy spot. We were given a warm welcome. Very steep steps to clean but run-down unit.
Susan, 1 night trip, Feb 17, 2020
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- 10.0.Exceptional
Great motel!
Very friendly manager. Fantastic location and view from our room’s deck. Clean and tidy room. Recommended
1 night family trip, Jan 17, 2020
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- 10.0.Exceptional
A nice experience
The room was nice, the hot spring bath was exquisite, and the lady in reception was absolutely lovely. A real gem of a place to stay
Patrick or Colleen, 1 night trip, Dec 29, 2019
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- 10.0.Exceptional
Will be back again
Just a great place to stay with a hot pool as well!
Barbara, 1 night trip, Oct 29, 2019
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- 10.0.Exceptional
Great :)
Lovely owner, amazing mineral pool. Great location.
Joanna, 1 night romance trip, Sep 12, 2019
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- 10.0.Exceptional
Easy stay
Very friendly owners
Kevin, 2 night romance trip, Jul 17, 2019
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