The Reef Resort
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The Reef Resort

Meet your Taupo getaway: The Reef Resort. This 4-star standout has earned a 9.2/10 rating from 107 travelers, proving you don't have to compromise on quality for a great price, starting from $95.

Rooms

Studio with Pool Side

Apartment One Bedroom

Luxury Studio with Pool Side

Check-In & Check-Out

From 14:00 until 10:00

Nearby Attractions

Taharepa Hot Water: 0.64 km away

Taharepa Baths: 0.69 km away

Hot Water Beach: 0.2 km away

Hotel Features

Pets policy: No pets allowed.

The Reef Resort

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Highlights
Jacuzzi
Free airport transfers
Lake view
Outdoor heated pool
Ideal location
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Amenities
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Property Description
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Excellent location close to Lake Taupo, and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Surroundings
Airport: Taupo Airport
(3.2 miles)
Landmarks: Hot Water Beach
(650 ft)
Landmarks: Taharepa Hot Water
(2100 ft)
Landmarks: Taharepa Baths
(2250 ft)
Landmarks: Taharepa Reserve
(2300 ft)
Landmarks: Taupo Swimming Beach
(3350 ft)
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Queen Studio

1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Tea bags
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14

One-Bedroom Apartment-Pool Side

1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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14

Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Tea bags
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9

One-Bedroom Room

Bedroom 1:1 Sofa bed and 1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Tea bags
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21

Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Bedroom 1:2 Single bed and 2 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
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10

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Pool View, Poolside

1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Tea bags
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19

Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Bedroom 1:2 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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19

One-Bedroom Apartment with Lake View

1 Queen bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
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19

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Tea bags
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6

Studio, 1 King Bed, Poolside

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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12

Queen Studio with Lake View

1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
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Average for similar properties in Taupo
J‍o‍h‍n‍ ‍F‍u‍l‍l‍e‍r
January 19, 2026
Very comfortable and spacious room with very good facilities. We only stayed for one night but wished we had stayed longer.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
November 19, 2025
Excellent location close to Lake Taupo, and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 17, 2025
Nite away fm Hamilton for my birthday
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 9, 2025
Although the hotel is not big, the environment is beautiful, elegant and quiet. There is a heated swimming pool. It is a short walk from the hotel to Lake Taupo. Walking in it is so beautiful. It is worth recommending.
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A‍n‍o‍n‍y‍m‍o‍u‍s‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
November 30, 2024
First, the sanitary conditions are very bad. As a hotel with a price of 4k+ RMB, although we did not pray for such a luxurious journey, the whole process was too bad! When the doors and windows of the whole room were closed, after returning to the hotel, we found that the whole house (living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, bed sheets, quilt covers, pillows) was full of flying insects and mosquitoes. There were so many that they were densely packed all over the ceiling and bed, and everywhere we could see. First of all, when this happened, we did not think of blaming the hotel at the first time, but cleaned it ourselves for two hours. We thought we had cleaned it properly, but when we looked up in less than an hour, there were dense insects again, and there was no improvement at all. In this way, we cleaned it back and forth twice without any solution, so we had no choice but to call the hotel owner later. After hearing it, the owner did not apologize to us at the first time, but said to us: interesting. After that, after looking at the whole situation of the room, the hotel owner did nothing, but repeatedly emphasized that this was a seasonal problem. He had no attitude to solve the problem at all, and did not give a solution to the problem. Instead, he told us with a very bad attitude that it had nothing to do with them and could not be solved, let alone change our room. They said they couldn't do anything. They only left us a small bottle of insecticide! We never opened the doors and windows and checked them again before going out for dinner. It was already early morning that night after the communication. Under such circumstances, we asked if there would be a refund. They repeatedly assured me that they would refund and asked me to deal with it tomorrow morning. After I asked in detail how much money could be refunded, they said that they could not refund the full amount. They needed to think about how much money could be refunded. We didn't get too much trouble when we got the answer that we could refund, because no one wanted to happen. As a result, when we continued to communicate with them on the second day when we checked out, their attitude became worse. The boss and his wife began to refuse to refund because the garbage in the room was not cleaned up. You have to know that I didn't book an ordinary homestay or airbnb at this price, but a four-star hotel worth 4000+. This price is enough to experience the ultimate service anywhere! In the boss's view, do hotel guests have the responsibility and obligation to clean the room? And the attitude was very indifferent, and she told us very badly that she would never refund. During our communication with him, she had no service attitude at all, just a mentality of "whatever you want", and even began to threaten us and threatened to call the police. As a high-priced hotel, the owner's actions, whether it is the service attitude or the mode of solving problems for guests, I strongly suspect that what they said to us at night: when they were thinking about how much refund to give us, they were actually discussing how to find fault with us customers so that we could not get compensation! I think such behavior and attitude are completely unacceptable in the service industry, and the department must intervene and seriously rectify it.
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B‍a‍i‍y‍u‍l‍a‍o‍h‍u
October 2, 2025
超預期的好,湖景好漂亮,房間大而且美麗迷人~湖邊風有一點大,總之是個非常不錯的公寓式酒店
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a‍n‍n‍a‍1‍9‍6‍9
January 1, 2026
湖景深藍 落日絕美
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S‍h‍e‍t‍a
January 2, 2026
Absolutely fantastic! Location is perfect - love the gate to the lakeside pathway. Pools are devine. Cooking facilities all exceptional. Like a luxurious home away from home.
C‍h‍r‍i‍s‍t‍i‍n‍a
January 2, 2026
Amazing stay at The Reef Resort for a few days. Great spot to base in Taupō for all kinds of adventures!

Services & Amenities

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–19:30
Check-out: 08:00–10:00

Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–19:30

If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance

Child policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.

Breakfast
StyleA la carte
Opening hours[Mon - Sun] 07:00-09:00 Open
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Service animals
Service animals are allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 21
Phone:+64-73785115
With a stay at The Reef Resort in Taupō (Waipahihi), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. This beach motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Taupō Hot Springs and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Three Mile Bay.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 9 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request).
Make yourself at home in one of the 21 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.

You might be wondering

What landmarks are near The Reef Resort?

Nearby attractions to The Reef Resort include Hot Water Beach, just 650 ft from your search (straight-line distance) away.

Does The Reef Resort have a pool?

Yes, The Reef Resort has a swimming pool for guests.

Where is The Reef Resort located?

The hotel is located at 219 Lake Terrace.

Does The Reef Resort offer airport transfer services?

Yes, The Reef Resort offers Airport pick-up service, Airport drop-off service for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm availability and pricing.

Are pets allowed at The Reef Resort?

No, pets aren’t allowed at The Reef Resort.

How much does it cost to stay at The Reef Resort?

Room rates at The Reef Resort vary based on dates, hotel policy, and other factors. Enter your travel dates to check current prices.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Reef Resort?

Check-in at The Reef Resort starts at 14:00-19:30, and check-out is at 10:00.

About This Property

Nearest AirportTaupo Airport
Distance to Airport5.16KM
Average Price FromUSD205
Hotel Star Rating4