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Our top choices for Aratiatia Rapids hotels

2 outdoor pools
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"Fantastic for families and worth it."
Australia
pamudhi
The price is ฿2,504
฿2,880 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
Front of property
Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.6 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Pleasant stay"
Australia
Colleen
The price is ฿2,868
฿3,298 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
BBQ/picnic Area
Baycrest Lodge

Baycrest Lodge

Baycrest Lodge
4.0 star property
10.1 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (764)
"property is a bit old and worn but clean and spacious. easy parking and access to waterfront for a walk. "
United States
Anny
The price is ฿4,993
฿5,742 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Baycrest Lodge
One Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Bella Vista Taupo

Bella Vista Taupo

Bella Vista Taupo
4.0 star property
9.5 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (562)
"Great stay"
Australia
Linley
The price is ฿2,853
฿3,281 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Bella Vista Taupo
Exterior
Gables Lakefront Resort

Gables Lakefront Resort

Gables Lakefront Resort
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (462)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿4,782
฿5,499 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Gables Lakefront Resort
Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Courtyard Area | Terrace/patio
Alpine Lake Motor Lodge

Alpine Lake Motor Lodge

Alpine Lake Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
9.5 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (870)
"Good location"
Australia
AnnaMart
The price is ฿3,622
฿4,165 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Alpine Lake Motor Lodge
Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
9.6 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (910)
"Fantastic stay. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Very clean and great amenities. Plenty of parking for guests. Walkable to restaurants and facilities. Highly recommend and will definitely stay again. "
Australia
Julia
The price is ฿2,756
฿3,170 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Beechtree Motel
2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (159)
"This resort with out a doubt has to be the best family resort in NZ! The pool is incredible, the 2brm motel style room is stylish but functional. "
New Zealand
Nigel
The price is ฿10,525
฿12,103 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
Exterior
Ascot Motor Inn Taupo

Ascot Motor Inn Taupo

Ascot Motor Inn Taupo
4.5 star property
9.5 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (673)
"Fastest check in and out in the world , nothing was a problem for the team there..."
Australia
Sam
The price is ฿3,117
฿3,584 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Ascot Motor Inn Taupo
Property grounds
Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
9.3 km from Aratiatia Rapids
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (719)
"The room was amazingly so clean. Loved how roomy the space was and the kitchenette area made the stay so convenient. "
Australia
Erina
The price is ฿3,701
฿4,256 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments
Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
4.0 star property
10.7 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (955)
"Great room overlooking the lake, Clean room and friendly staff. Excellent amenities and lovely heated outdoor pools. "
Canada
Michael
The price is ฿4,788
฿5,506 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
The Reef Resort
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Ika Nui Taupo

Ika Nui Taupo

Ika Nui Taupo
3.0 star property
10 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (349)
"What a great place! Loved the view from our brm apartment, and less than 10min stroll to all the fab restaurants. Would definately recommend. "
Australia
Paula
The price is ฿4,940
฿5,681 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Ika Nui Taupo
Exterior
Great Lake Motel Taupo

Great Lake Motel Taupo

Great Lake Motel Taupo
2.5 star property
10 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (191)
"Close to the water was good"
Australia
Isaac
The price is ฿4,227
฿4,861 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Great Lake Motel Taupo
Beach nearby
Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 star property
10 km from Aratiatia Rapids
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (683)
"Parking was good, location, very thing is in walking distance "
Australia
Kevin
The price is ฿4,410
฿5,071 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Tui Oaks Motel
Reception
The Village Resort

The Village Resort

The Village Resort
4.0 star property
10 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (358)
"Great room,clean ,very large and helpful staff."
United States
Thomas
The price is ฿6,269
฿7,210 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
The Village Resort
Aerial view
Little Haven

Little Haven

Little Haven
3.5 star property
9.6 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (224)
"The 2 bedroom unit was perfect for our weekend stay. "
Australia
KirstenHepi
The price is ฿3,827
฿4,401 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Little Haven
One Bedroom | View from room
Dunrovin Motel

Dunrovin Motel

Dunrovin Motel
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (143)
"Nice clean central place to stay"
Australia
Nic
The price is ฿3,478
฿3,999 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Dunrovin Motel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Sacred Waters

Sacred Waters

Sacred Waters
5.0 star property
10.7 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (436)
"We had a wonderful time at Sacred Waters - room was clean and spacious, view over the lake was wonderful, and we loved the warm pool!! "
Australia
Michael
The price is ฿8,349
฿9,601 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Sacred Waters
Twin Unit - Sleeps 3 | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Chevron Motel

Chevron Motel

Chevron Motel
3.0 star property
9.4 km from Aratiatia Rapids
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (302)
"Staff were very helpful, room was clean and tidy had all we needed for a weekend trip. "
Australia
Aria
The price is ฿2,729
฿3,138 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Chevron Motel
View from property
Boulevard Waters

Boulevard Waters

Boulevard Waters
4.0 star property
10.7 km from Aratiatia Rapids
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (317)
"Fantastic waterfront rooms and very friendly staff. The spacious living space was quite comfortable. Highly recommend!"
United States
Wei-li
The price is ฿5,497
฿6,321 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Boulevard Waters
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Aratiatia Rapids Hotel Reviews

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Modern facilities, clean and spacious room, and the restaurant was amazing."
Michael 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

Hotels near other Aratiatia Rapids attractions

Prawn Farm showing kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek

Prawn Farm

4.1/5 (136 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Prawn Farm during your travels in Wairakei. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
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Wairakei featuring a hot spring

Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa

4.6/5 (117 reviews)
Soak in these mineral-infused hot springs to truly immerse yourself in the Māori traditions and incredible scenery of the Taupo region.
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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 8 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Aratiatia Rapids?
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 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Aratiatia Rapids. Other good options within a few miles include Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort and Huka Lodge.
How many hotels will I find near Aratiatia Rapids?
Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Aratiatia Rapids.
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. Golf Club Taupō, Rock`n Ropes or Wairakei International Golf Course are some local sights worth checking out.