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The Reef Resort

4.0 star property
Upscale motel near the beach

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The Reef Resort

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View | Balcony
Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Studio, 1 King Bed, Poolside | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside | View from room

Overview of The Reef Resort

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
The price is NT$4,160
Price available on 2024/4/30

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Map
219 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330
  • Popular LocationTaupo Hot Springs16 min walk
  • Popular LocationTaupo Marina and Boat Ramp4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpa Thermal Park5 min drive
  • AirportTaupo (TUO)5 min drive
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Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 11 Ping (36 square meters)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 8 Ping (26 square meters)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 8 Ping (26 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
  • 55.95 Ping (185 square meters)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside | View from room

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 15 Ping (50 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 11.38 Ping (38 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
  • 71.10 Ping (235 square meters)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 11 Ping (36 square meters)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 8.46 Ping (28 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View, Poolside

Terrace/patio

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

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 12.11 Ping (40 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Studio, 1 King Bed, Poolside | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 10.68 Ping (35 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Taupo

The Reef Resort is located in Waipahihi, a neighborhood in Taupo, and is near the airport and on the waterfront. Taupo Hot Springs and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Taupo and Three Mile Bay. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with downhill skiing, snowboarding, and skiing lessons, and don't miss out on the sledding.
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What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 16 min walk
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive
  • Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive
  • A.C. Baths - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Dixie Brown's - 3 min drive
  • Master of India - 3 min drive
  • Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - 16 min walk
  • Plateau - 3 min drive

About this property

The Reef Resort

Upscale motel located in Waipahihi
A free roundtrip airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Reef Resort. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this motel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the spa tub. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, barbecue grills, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at The Reef Resort include perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM–9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 5.50–24 for adults and NZD 5.50–24 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 5.50–24.00 for adults, and NZD 5.50–24 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Reef Resort Taupo
Reef Taupo
Reef Hotel Taupo
The Reef Hotel Taupo
Reef Resort Heritage Collection Taupo
Reef Resort Heritage Collection
Reef Heritage Collection Taupo
Reef Heritage Collection
The Reef Resort
The Reef Resort Heritage Collection
The Reef Resort Motel
The Reef Resort Taupo
The Reef Resort Motel Taupo
The Reef Resort Heritage Collection

Frequently asked questions

Does The Reef Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM–9:30 AM.

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

As of 2024/4/16, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Reef Resort on 2024/4/30 start from NT$4,160, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Reef Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Reef Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Reef Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Reef Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Reef Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 8 AM–8 PM on request.

Where is The Reef Resort located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Waipahihi motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupo. Three Mile Bay and Taupo Hot Springs are also within 1 mi (2 km).

The Reef Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 625 out of 824 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 824 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 824 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 824 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 824 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Reef was lovely. The location was great for us, and the view of the water from our room was a real treat. The staff were so kind and welcoming. I had breakfast in my room one of the mornings and it was exactly what I wanted and needed. We got an upgrade when we arrived - our room was HUGE. During the day, I didn’t find the room very quiet though. There was a lot of sound transfer from the lobby and from the pool area. I was worried at how this would impact the evening - but by night the room was quiet and there was no sound transfer at all. This wasn’t a negative - but just something to be aware of in case your expectations are silence. The pool and spa were both lovely - great after a long day hiking. We appreciated that laundry available for guest use. On a road trip across the north island, this was something we were looking for in a hotel - so we were grateful it was available. Overall, we had a great stay and would have no hesitations in recommending the Reef or staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great area if you want to be close to the water and close to restaurants and stores !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, nice amenities, very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not a lot of parking for the total number of guests.Disappointing that the pool options now consist of really just a plunge pool and a hot pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms. Geothermal pool and soaking tub were very nice. Quiet hotel with quick access to lake which has a great walking or biking trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxiorious and amazing service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Han

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place first time stay there will come back again 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host throughout our stay. Really nice pool and surrounding area with 2 barbecues. Lovely lake views from our room. The walkway out the back gate to the lake was a bonus. Great place for couples or families. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023