The Reef Resort
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The Reef Resort

No.6 of Vacation Homes in Waikato
219 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, Waikato 3351, New Zealand
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Amenities
Golf Course
Outdoor swimming pool
Horse Riding
Private parkingFree
Airport pick-upFree
Luggage Storage
Bowling Alley
Airport drop-offFree
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Property Description
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.
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9.1/10
Great
Cleanliness9.1
Amenities9.1
Location9.1
Service9.1
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Surroundings
Airport: Taupo Airport
(5.2 km)
Landmarks: Hot Water Beach
(200m)
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Queen Studio
27

Queen Studio

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Tea Bag
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One-Bedroom Apartment-Pool Side
14

One-Bedroom Apartment-Pool Side

Bedroom 1:1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area
15

Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
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One-Bedroom Room
9

One-Bedroom Room

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
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Private Bathroom
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Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside
21

Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Bedroom 1:2 King bed and 2 Single bed
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Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Pool View, Poolside
9

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

Bedroom 1:1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
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Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside
18

Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Bedroom 1:1 Sofa bed and 2 King bed
Non-smoking
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Private Bathroom
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Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View
19

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
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One-Bedroom Apartment with Lake View
18

One-Bedroom Apartment with Lake View

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
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Studio, 1 King Bed, Poolside
6

Studio, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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Queen Studio with Lake View
11

Queen Studio with Lake View

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
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9.1/10
Great
95 reviews
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  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Amenities9.1
  • Location9.1
  • Service9.1
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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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J‍e‍s‍s
May 31, 2025
The windows didnt shut!! All the rubbers were gone so had freezing cold winds blowing straight in, had the heat pump on but that wasnt warming the place up, was on top level room 12. The pillows were so massive it hurts your neck as they were hard as hell, so ended up using my jumper as a pillow.
Z‍a‍c‍h
June 7, 2025
Second time staying at the reef resort Taupo and the room, service and facilities are second to none. Will definitely be staying here and recommend to family and friends who are also seeking accommodation while holidaying in Taupo. Thanks team
D‍a‍w‍n
March 30, 2025
The hotel was nice. Room was a good size (we had a one bedroom with sea view). It was a little dated, though. Receptionist was lovely on our check in. The hotel had a swimming pool and hot tub which were fed by geothermal water which made them beautifully hot and very pleasant. Room had cooking facilities which was useful. Hotel is a little bit out of the centre of town, but the uber was only around $10. Parking was on site, again useful. Overall a pleasant stay.
S‍a‍r‍a‍h
March 24, 2025
Property has great location. The bikes for hire are great option. Pool is lovely. Really enjoyed our stay
K‍a‍t‍h‍y
March 19, 2025
Beautiful location with access to the lake walking path. We had a lakeview room on the 2nd floor with a balcony and view. Gorgeous! Short drive to downtown for lots of dining options, parking easy downtown.
H‍a‍r‍m‍e‍e‍t
February 9, 2025
Stunning views! Fantastic, spacious, comfortable apartment on a great lake location. Staff was also very polite, professional, and friendly. It’s an underrated gem, highly recommended!!

Services & Amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
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Internet
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
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Activities
Public areas
Cleaning services
Facilities for children
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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–20:00
Check-out: 08:00–10:00

Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–20:00

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.

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

Breakfast
StyleA la carte
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

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Legal Information
This property is managed by a professional host. Professional hosts are parties that act for purposes relating to their trade, business, or profession and are regarded as traders under EU law.
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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 7 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some things to do near The Reef Resort?

You can visit the following landmarks near The Reef Resort: Hot Water Beach, 200m from your search (straight-line distance).

Does The Reef Resort have a swimming pool?

Yes, The Reef Resort has a pool.

Are pets allowed at The Reef Resort?

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at The Reef Resort.

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

The check-in time at The Reef Resort is 14:00-20:00 and the check-out time is 10:00.

Which airport is closest to The Reef Resort?

Taupo Airport is the closest airport to The Reef Resort, and it is about 8 mins from hotel by car (5.2 km).

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

Prices at The Reef Resort are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

About This Property

Nearest AirportTaupo Airport
Distance to Airport5.16KM
Average Price FromUSD271
Hotel Star Rating4