The Reef Resort
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The Reef Resort

Motel
No.7 of Vacation Homes in Waikato
219 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, Waikato, 3351, New Zealand
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With a stay at The Reef Resort in Taupo (Waipahihi), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. This beach motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Taupo Hot Springs and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Three Mile Bay.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Ideal location
Sparkling clean
Lots to do
Excellent service
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 Taupo (Waipahihi), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. This beach motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Taupo Hot Springs and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Three Mile Bay.
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4.5/5
Great
Cleanliness4.6
Amenities4.6
Location4.5
Service4.5
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Surroundings
Airport: Taupo Airport
(5.2 km)
Landmarks: Hot Water Beach
(200m)
Landmarks: Taharepa Baths
(520m)
Landmarks: Taharepa Reserve
(700m)
Landmarks: Taupō Swimming Beach
(1.0 km)
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Rooms

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Policies

Queen Studio
28

Queen Studio

1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Tea bags
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One-Bedroom Apartment-Pool Side
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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Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area
14

Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

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

One-Bedroom Room

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Tea bags
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Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Pool View, Poolside
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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Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside
18

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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One-Bedroom Apartment with Lake View
18

One-Bedroom Apartment with Lake View

1 Queen bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
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Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View
17

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
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Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside
24

Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Bedroom 1:2 King bed and 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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Studio with King Size Bed-Poolside
6

Studio with King Size Bed-Poolside

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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Queen Studio with Lake View
10

Queen Studio with Lake View

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

4.5/5
Great
66 reviews
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  • Cleanliness4.6
  • Amenities4.6
  • Location4.5
  • Service4.5
Average for similar properties in Taupo
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Guests praise the accommodation for its exceptional cleanliness, spacious rooms, and friendly service. It's conveniently located near the lake with ample parking. However, some may find the outdoor pool too small.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 17, 2025
Nite away fm Hamilton for my birthday
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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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.
Transportation
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Food & Drink
Health & Wellness
Activities
Public Areas
Cleaning Services
Facilities for Children
Business Services
Safety & Security

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.

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
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free
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
With a stay at The Reef Resort in Taupo (Waipahihi), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. This beach motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Taupo Hot Springs and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Three Mile Bay.

Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a spa 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 is the cancellation policy for The Reef Resort?

The cancellation policy for The Reef Resort varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

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

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

Does The Reef Resort provide breakfast?

Yes, Breakfast is offered at The Reef Resort. Breakfast option(s): Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free.

Can I bring my pet inside the The Reef Resort?

As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in The Reef Resort.

How far is the The Reef Resort from the closest airport?

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

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Reef Resort ?

Yes, at The Reef Resort, an airport shuttle is available. We suggest you call ahead to confirm details.

About This Property

Nearest AirportTaupo Airport
Distance to Airport5.16KM
Average Price FromTWD9913
Hotel Star Rating4