The Best Hotels Closest to Aratiatia Rapids in Wairakei for 2026

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A sign for Gables Lakefront Motel advertising free WiFi, hot pools, one-bedroom apartments, and family units.

A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the sea, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and stainless steel appliances.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

A modern building with a reception area, multiple windows, and a paved courtyard.

1. Gables Lakefront Motel

10.1 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Colin

SAR 350

SAR 403 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A room with a view of the sea, a sofa, and a table.

A living room with a sofa, two chairs, a glass coffee table, and a view of a lake with a dock and boat.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a round mirror, and a view of the water through a large window.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a view of the sea, a sofa with floral cushions, a table, and a lamp.

2. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

10.9 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Denis

SAR 502

SAR 578 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A staircase with metal railings and wooden steps leading up to a landing.

A modern building with a reception area and a sign indicating a vacancy.

A dining area with a large table, chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Beechtree Motel

9.6 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Liam

SAR 279

SAR 324 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A view through a window of a street with parked cars, a road, and a body of water in the distance.

A hotel room with a desk, a framed certificate of excellence, a vase with white flowers, and a framed picture on the wall.

A parking lot with vehicles and a view of the sea.

4. Acacia Lake View Motel

10 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Susan

SAR 400

SAR 466 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A waterfront property with a paved driveway leading to a brick building with a large window and a door.

A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of the sea, and a window with curtains.

5. Cascades Lakefront Motel

11.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids

SAR 388

SAR 449 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of greenery through the window.

A modern conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the outdoors, and an exit sign on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, dining table, chairs, and a balcony with a view.

An aerial view of a residential area with houses, a large building with a flat roof, and a parking lot.

6. Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

9.8 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Bradley

SAR 252

SAR 290 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern bathroom with a large freestanding bathtub, a window with a view of the outside, and neatly folded towels on the floor.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink and wooden ceiling beams.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a bathtub, a vanity, and a window overlooking a garden.

7. Cottage Mews Motel

11.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids

kate

SAR 312

SAR 360 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern living room with striped sofas and a small table, large windows with a view of the sea and trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dishwasher, a microwave, and an oven.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of the sea.

A pool area with a glass-enclosed section, a sign prohibiting hot tubs, and a view of the sea.

8. The Village Resort

10 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Nina

SAR 359

SAR 417 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

A modern multi-story building with balconies, surrounded by well-maintained greenery.

A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea and a parked van.

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door to the balcony, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a small desk.

9. Sails On The Lake

10.1 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Ilana

SAR 384

SAR 445 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A dining area with a table set for four, large windows with a view of a garden and the sea.

A covered balcony with a white balustrade, overlooking a landscaped garden and a view of the sea.

A large, two-story house with a covered porch and a well-maintained lawn.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and flower beds.

10. Belle vue Boutique Lodge

13.5 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Louise

SAR 630

SAR 727 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious room with a high ceiling and large windows offering a view of a green landscape and a body of water. There are three sofas with red and blue cushions.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape with a flag, a lamp post, and a hedge.

A wooden hot tub with a bench and a small table with baskets and a potted plant.

11. Accent on Taupo

11.6 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Peter

SAR 227

SAR 261 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of the street and greenery.

A restaurant with a large dining area, multiple tables, and chairs.

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a glass entrance and potted plants.

12. Lakeland Resort Taupo

11.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Jermaine

SAR 268

SAR 311 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, seating, and umbrellas.

The exterior of the Anchorage Resort Motel with a sign, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a landscaped area with purple flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area.

A balcony with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the water and distant hills.

13. Anchorage Resort Taupo

11.8 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Bryce

SAR 455

SAR 527 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A person seated at a table with a bottle of wine and a glass, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and hills.

A bar and restaurant with a stone facade, large windows, and outdoor seating.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the beach, and a tropical wallpaper.

A bar area with a wooden counter, pendant lighting, and a bar stocked with bottles.

14. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

9.9 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Steve

SAR 350

SAR 412 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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.

A balcony with a chair and a sofa, large windows with a view of the sea and mountains, and a potted plant.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a wooden cabinet, and a round coffee table.

A modern building with large cylindrical structures, a paved area with small plants, and a view of a body of water.

15. The Cove Taupo

10.7 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Dixie

SAR 260

SAR 299 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A swimming pool with a thatched-roof gazebo, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the sea and a distant shoreline.

A living room with a large window overlooking a body of water, furnished with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with a balcony, a television, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

16. The Reef Resort

10.7 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Phillip

SAR 403

SAR 468 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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.

A grassy area with a single tree in the foreground, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea with distant mountains.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

17. Tui Oaks Motel

10 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Neill

SAR 263

SAR 306 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a dining area with chairs and a table.

A two-story residential building with a red-tiled roof, white exterior walls, and multiple windows with curtains.

A hotel reception desk with a map of New Zealand, a poster of a boat ride, and a wall of travel brochures.

18. Bella Vista Taupo

9.5 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Mark

SAR 314

SAR 365 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery and a lifebuoy.

A hotel with a well-lit facade, multiple windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a TV, a staircase, and a bed.

19. Chelmswood Motel Taupo

11.2 km from Aratiatia Rapids

Mitchell

SAR 192

SAR 223 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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.

A two-story building with a balcony and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

A concrete staircase with black railings leading to a second-floor landing.

A reception area with a counter, informational posters, and a bulletin board.

20. Great Lake Motel Taupo

10 km from Aratiatia Rapids

FRANCOIS

SAR 349

SAR 404 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Aratiatia Rapids

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Gables Lakefront Motel	9.4 Exceptional 506 reviews	View
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Beechtree Motel	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Acacia Lake View Motel	9.4 Exceptional 630 reviews	View
Cascades Lakefront Motel	9.0 Wonderful 700 reviews	View

Top Aratiatia Rapids Hotel Reviews

Oasis Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful outdoor heated pool . Rooms by lake are beautiful at sunset 🌇"

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

8/10 Good

"We wanted somewhere for a night on our way to Wellington that the dog could stay with us. When we arrived we were a bit apprehensive about the entire place, but once we had contacted the reception all was fine. The room was lovely and clean. And the beds were so comfy."

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

10/10 Excellent

"Great apartment room, where else would you get a walk in wardrobe? The only complaint is sofa is very uncomfortable to sit on."

Beechtree Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Pleasant place to stay at a reasonable rate."

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful views"

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

8/10 Good

"Great spot heaps to do 👍"

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

8/10 Good

"A staff member was really accommodating and gave us a complimentary upgrade to a groundfloor room as my elderly mom had developed mobility issues just before our trip. We really appreciate this."

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was amazing, starting with our arrival, staff was so kind, welcoming. The room, it was perfect for a family of four, all we needed was right there. The pool, oh my goodness, don't get me started this was amazing, my girls & husband loved the waterslides. I love how movies were played. The cave was cool & the swim up bar was a high light."

Cosy private Home. Nice rural setting. Close to Activity Parks.

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly location, close to Taupo. Host was welcoming and helpful in answering any questions. Apartment was clean, extra bedding also provided which was welcome for winter. Water was lovely and hot!"

Other attractions near Aratiatia Rapids

A natural hot spring pool surrounded by lush greenery and rocks.

Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa

9.2/10 (143 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Wairakei with a visit to Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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A misty forest with dense vegetation and a clear blue sky.

Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley

9.0/10 (163 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley during your stay in Wairakei. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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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)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Huka Falls, a lovely green space in Rotokawa. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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A geothermal area with steam vents and green vegetation.

Craters of the Moon

8.6/10 (338 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Craters of the Moon, a lovely green space in Wairakei. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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A geothermal hot spring with green and orange water, surrounded by rocky terrain and mountains.

Spa Thermal Park

9.0/10 (338 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.

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Rock`n Ropes

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

You can take time to visit Rock`n Ropes during your travels to Wairakei. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Wairakei International Golf Course

9.4/10 (39 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Wairakei at Wairakei International Golf Course. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

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Golf Club Taupō

9.2/10 (28 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Taupō at Golf Club Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Aratiatia Rapids?

Aratiatia Rapids is located in a welcoming area of Wairakei known for its beautiful lakeside setting. You'll find 10 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Aratiatia Rapids?

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Aratiatia Rapids. Other good options within 5 miles include Huka Lodge, Beckons and Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort.

How many hotels are there near Aratiatia Rapids?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Aratiatia Rapids.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Aratiatia Rapids, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Aratiatia Rapids.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Aratiatia Rapids?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Aratiatia Rapids, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Aratiatia Rapids?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Mind Junction, Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley, and Spa Thermal Park. Wairakei International Golf Course, Rock`n Ropes, or Golf Club Taupō are some local sights worth checking out.

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Our top choices for Aratiatia Rapids hotels

1. Gables Lakefront Motel

2. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

3. Beechtree Motel

4. Acacia Lake View Motel

5. Cascades Lakefront Motel

6. Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

7. Cottage Mews Motel

8. The Village Resort

9. Sails On The Lake

10. Belle vue Boutique Lodge

11. Accent on Taupo

12. Lakeland Resort Taupo

13. Anchorage Resort Taupo

14. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

15. The Cove Taupo

16. The Reef Resort

17. Tui Oaks Motel

18. Bella Vista Taupo

19. Chelmswood Motel Taupo

20. Great Lake Motel Taupo

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Top Aratiatia Rapids Hotel Reviews

Oasis Beach Motel

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Beechtree Motel

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

Cosy private Home. Nice rural setting. Close to Activity Parks.

Other attractions near Aratiatia Rapids

Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa

Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley

Huka Falls

Craters of the Moon

Spa Thermal Park

Rock`n Ropes

Wairakei International Golf Course

Golf Club Taupō

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