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Our top choices for Craters of the Moon hotels

A well-lit outdoor area with a lawn, pathway, and wooden furniture.

1. Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
3.5 star property
2.8 km from Craters of the Moon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Always enjoy staying here - staff are very friendly and helpful. Everything you need is all in this one resort to relax and enjoy."
Australia
Lynley
The price is ฿2,253
฿2,591 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

2. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
4.9 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Liam
The price is ฿2,688
฿3,092 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Beechtree Motel
A sign for Gables Lakefront Motel advertising free WiFi, hot pools, one-bedroom apartments, and family units.

3. Gables Lakefront Motel

Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
5.7 km from Craters of the Moon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (506 reviews)
"Great location, well maintained, clean and everything you need. Loved the little deck overlooking the lake. Hot tub was lovely."
Australia
Hayley
The price is ฿3,149
฿3,622 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Gables Lakefront Motel
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

4. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (685 reviews)
"Very clean great location and the hot pool was awesome"
Australia
Michael
The price is ฿3,497
฿4,021 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
Lake view

5. Cottage Mews Motel

Cottage Mews Motel
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Craters of the Moon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (305 reviews)
"Ckean tidy plenty of hot water excellent"
Australia
kate
The price is ฿2,884
฿3,316 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Cottage Mews Motel
A room with a view of the sea, a sofa, and a table.

6. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
4.5 star property
6.9 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"A beautiful day and a stunning view of the lake."
Australia
Denis
The price is ฿4,183
฿4,811 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

7. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Cascades Lakefront Motel
4.0 star property
7.2 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (701 reviews)
"Very good accomodation and location - loved it"
Australia
Jo
The price is ฿3,343
฿3,845 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Cascades Lakefront Motel
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.

8. Sails On The Lake

Sails On The Lake
3.5 star property
5.7 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (781 reviews)
"A beautiful, clean spot for our family of 3 to spend a night during a roadtrip"
Australia
Ilana
The price is ฿3,672
฿4,222 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sails On The Lake
A modern living room with a glass wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

9. Sacred Waters

Sacred Waters
5.0 star property
6.7 km from Craters of the Moon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (473 reviews)
"Great location by the water and easy to walk into town"
Australia
Amanda
The price is ฿6,564
฿7,548 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Sacred Waters
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

10. Acacia Lake View Motel

Acacia Lake View Motel
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Craters of the Moon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (630 reviews)
"It had everything we needed & great location"
Australia
Prue
The price is ฿3,905
฿4,491 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Acacia Lake View Motel
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, seating, and umbrellas.

11. Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo
3.5 star property
7.6 km from Craters of the Moon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (687 reviews)
"Great spot, excellent service and very spacious rooms - perfect for the family"
Australia
Bryce
The price is ฿2,602
฿2,993 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Anchorage Resort Taupo
A modern living room with striped sofas and a small table, large windows with a view of the sea and trees.

12. The Village Resort

The Village Resort
4.0 star property
5.2 km from Craters of the Moon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (380 reviews)
"Heaps of space in the one-bedroom, all clean and tidy. Great facilities with the pool and tennis court! Handy parking and super easy walking distance to town. Lovely hosts!"
Australia
Nina
The price is ฿3,475
฿3,997 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Village Resort
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large bathtub.

13. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
4.7 km from Craters of the Moon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice place too stay. Good value, however was disappointed the pool and spa were out of order as that was the main reason i chose this motel."
Australia
Hamon
The price is ฿3,291
฿3,784 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of greenery through the window.

14. Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
3.5 star property
5 km from Craters of the Moon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Had a great stay at the Quality Inn Taupo. Room was nice, breakfast was delicious, staff were great and hotel was in great location. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Bradley
The price is ฿2,276
฿2,617 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by plants and a building with a balcony.

15. Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel
4.5 star property
6.9 km from Craters of the Moon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"The rooms were a bit run down but the stay was great! The location was ideal and it was perfect having the heated pool right outside our room! Perfect for the kids! Loved our stay."
Australia
Erin
The price is ฿1,960
฿2,254 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Oasis Beach Motel
A circular hot tub with a brick border and a metal ladder, surrounded by lush greenery.

16. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Craters of the Moon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great for kids, we had an awesome time."
Australia
Joanne
The price is ฿1,457
฿1,676 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
A wooden building with a sign reading "WELLER'S HOTEL" on the side.

17. Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
3.0 star property
5.4 km from Craters of the Moon
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
Tej Bahadur
The price is ฿1,437
฿1,653 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
A balcony with white railings, a hanging basket, and outdoor furniture.

18. Lakeside Taupo

Lakeside Taupo
4.0 star property
5.5 km from Craters of the Moon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (580 reviews)
"Room was clean. Easy check in process. Bed was comfy. Great location"
Australia
Ryan
The price is ฿2,545
฿2,927 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Lakeside Taupo
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of the street and greenery.

19. Lakeland Resort Taupo

Lakeland Resort Taupo
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Craters of the Moon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff great location"
Australia
Jermaine
The price is ฿2,560
฿2,944 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Lakeland Resort Taupo
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

20. Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
3.5 star property
5.2 km from Craters of the Moon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, amazing staff"
Australia
Leena
The price is ฿2,403
฿2,764 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Craters of the Moon

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A well-lit outdoor area with a lawn, pathway, and wooden furniture.
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
3.5 star property
7.8
Good
1,005 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A sign for Gables Lakefront Motel advertising free WiFi, hot pools, one-bedroom apartments, and family units.
Gables Lakefront Motel
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
506 reviews
View
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
685 reviews
View
Lake view
Cottage Mews Motel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
305 reviews
View

Top Craters of the Moon Hotel Reviews

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

8/10 Good
"Friendly, helpful staff Loved the hot pool that’s labelled ‘lap pool’ just needs a bit of a clean!"
Naida 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Other attractions near Craters of the Moon

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)
Whether viewing from a boat, bridge or the riverbank, this set of waterfalls is a spectacular sight as a huge body of water surges forward and downward.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Craters of the Moon?
Craters of the Moon is located in a welcoming area of Wairakei known for its beautiful lakeside setting. You'll find 592 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Craters of the Moon?
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. It's located 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Craters of the Moon. Other good options within a few miles include Huka Lodge, Beckons and Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort.
How many hotels will I find near Craters of the Moon?
Expedia has 592 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Craters of the Moon.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Craters of the Moon, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Craters of the Moon.
What can I see and do near Craters of the Moon?
You can wander around Huka Falls, Aratiatia Rapids or Waipahihi Botanical Gardens if you want a dose of fresh air. Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley, Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. Explore nature at Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa and Taupō Hot Springs.