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Our top choices for Craters of the Moon hotels

A well-lit outdoor area with a lawn, pathway, and wooden furniture.

1. Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
3.5 star property
2.8 km from Craters of the Moon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Always enjoy staying here - staff are very friendly and helpful. Everything you need is all in this one resort to relax and enjoy."
Australia
Lynley
The price is S$91
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
A modern room with a sofa, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

2. Gables Lakefront Motel

Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
5.7 km from Craters of the Moon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (510 reviews)
"Great location, spa was great and staff were helpful if you had any spa issues."
Australia
Amy
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Gables Lakefront Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
4.9 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Liam
The price is S$113
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Beechtree Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large bathtub.

4. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
4.7 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, clean room, friendly staff. Would definitely stay again - I wish we had motels like this in the states!"
United States
Gretchen
The price is S$127
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

5. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Cascades Lakefront Motel
4.0 star property
7.2 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (703 reviews)
"Very good accomodation and location - loved it"
Australia
Jo
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Cascades Lakefront Motel
A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.

6. Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo
5.0 star property
6.8 km from Craters of the Moon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great vacation spot and fantastic service."
Australia
Anita
The price is S$171
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hilton Lake Taupo
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

7. Acacia Lake View Motel

Acacia Lake View Motel
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (633 reviews)
"It had everything we needed & great location"
Australia
Prue
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Acacia Lake View Motel
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

8. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (697 reviews)
"Very clean great location and the hot pool was awesome"
Australia
Michael
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
A room with a view of a calm lake and mountains, featuring two wicker chairs with red cushions, a small table with a remote control, and a window with curtains.

9. Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 star property
5.2 km from Craters of the Moon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (818 reviews)
"Everything was good and excellent view of the lake"
United States
Jalal
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Tui Oaks Motel
A modern living room with a glass wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

10. Sacred Waters

Sacred Waters
5.0 star property
6.7 km from Craters of the Moon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (477 reviews)
"Great location by the water and easy to walk into town"
Australia
Amanda
The price is S$297
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Sacred Waters
A room with a view of the sea, a sofa, and a table.

11. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
4.5 star property
6.9 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"A beautiful day and a stunning view of the lake."
Australia
Denis
The price is S$208
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
A room with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, a large sliding glass door leading to a view of the sea, and a ceiling light fixture.

12. Sails On The Lake

Sails On The Lake
3.5 star property
5.7 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (784 reviews)
"Nice and clean room. Has everything we need. Close to all the sites of interest."
Singapore
Hung Yong James
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Sails On The Lake
A hotel room with two beds, each with red and white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through the window.

13. Great Lake Motel Taupo

Great Lake Motel Taupo
2.5 star property
4.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (220 reviews)
"always stay at the great lake motel ticks all the boxes"
Australia
graham
The price is S$121
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Great Lake Motel Taupo
A balcony with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, a small table, and a white railing.

14. Baycrest Lodge

Baycrest Lodge
4.5 star property
5.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (815 reviews)
"I had a really enjoyable stay at Baycrest Lodge. The room was exceptionally clean and tidy, which I really appreciated, and everything was comfortable and well looked after. I’d happily stay here again next time I’m in the area."
Australia
Ben
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Baycrest Lodge
A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the sea, a fruit bowl on the counter, and a view of the ocean through the window.

15. The Cove Taupo

The Cove Taupo
3.5 star property
6.6 km from Craters of the Moon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (569 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!"
Australia
Dixie
The price is S$100
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Cove Taupo
A person seated at a table with a bottle of wine and a glass, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and hills.

16. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
4.9 km from Craters of the Moon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing stay thanks"
Australia
Steve
The price is S$179
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Lake view

17. Cottage Mews Motel

Cottage Mews Motel
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Craters of the Moon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (306 reviews)
"Ckean tidy plenty of hot water excellent"
Australia
kate
The price is S$123
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Cottage Mews Motel
A pool area with two wooden chairs and a large umbrella, surrounded by tropical plants and a water slide in the background.

18. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Craters of the Moon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Rose
The price is S$62
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
A black building with white trim and a sign for 'The Lake Retro Studio' available now.

19. The Lake Motel

The Lake Motel
3.5 star property
5.6 km from Craters of the Moon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (348 reviews)
"Outstanding value! Clean, well maintained, generous size, quiet and comfortable. This is a small 'boutique motel'. We loved the two bicycles that are available for free use to ride on the path along the lake's shore. We loved our stay here and highly recommend."
United States
Robert
The price is S$136
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Lake Motel
A coastal hotel with red roofs, balconies, and a view of the sea.

20. Ika Nui Taupo

Ika Nui Taupo
3.0 star property
4.9 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (453 reviews)
"Great facilities"
Australia
Lee
The price is S$143
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Ika Nui Taupo
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Compare popular hotels close to Craters of the Moon

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A well-lit outdoor area with a lawn, pathway, and wooden furniture.
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
3.5 star property
7.8
Good
1,001 reviews
View
A modern room with a sofa, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.
Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
510 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.
Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large bathtub.
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.
Cascades Lakefront Motel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
703 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families near Craters of the Moon

A well-lit outdoor area with a lawn, pathway, and wooden furniture.

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
3.5 star property
Wairakei
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001)
The price is S$91
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Top Craters of the Moon Hotel Reviews

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"Others are right this motel is dated and shabby in place but I still loved my stay and will be back. I got upgraded to a huge room with lake views. It was great with tons of room and seperate kitchen and dining. But I'm an organised traveler and have a sleep mask which I definitely needed as there's a street light outside the kitchen and no curtains and there are no doors to close off the kitchen from the bedroom. Also the road it's overlooking Is Taupo's main lake route so pretty busy. If that sort of thing bothers you take a different room. The motel is in a great location and has parking. Would be helpful if they marked one way in and one way out as was a little confusing. Plus they should mark guest parking then pool parking as there were extra cars there within public pool hours. The two things that make this accom great and value for money are the fact it's child free. And the pools. They are divine and just what you need to de-stress and relax on holiday or a break. They are secluded and have different temps Inc a cold plunge pool. The setup is fab and you even get a locker and pool shoes. Towels can be hired extra. My only change would them being available to guests in the mornings The staff was fantastic too and I'll be back"
Lisa 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Other attractions near Craters of the Moon

A white water rafting course with a raft in the river, surrounded by dense forest and a viewing platform with people.

Huka Falls

9.4/10 (685 reviews)
Whether viewing from a boat, bridge or the riverbank, this set of waterfalls is a spectacular sight as a huge body of water surges forward and downward.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Craters of the Moon?
Craters of the Moon is located in a welcoming area of Wairakei known for its beautiful lakeside setting. You'll find 592 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Craters of the Moon?
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. It's located 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Craters of the Moon. Other good options within a few miles include Huka Lodge, Beckons and Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort.
How many hotels will I find near Craters of the Moon?
Expedia has 592 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Craters of the Moon.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Craters of the Moon, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Craters of the Moon.
What can I see and do near Craters of the Moon?
You can wander around Huka Falls, Aratiatia Rapids or Waipahihi Botanical Gardens if you want a dose of fresh air. Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley, Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. Explore nature at Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa and Taupō Hot Springs.