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The Reef Resort

4.0 star property
Delightful beach motel with Access to hot tub

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Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Front of property
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
    Free airport shuttle
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 37 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Living area

Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 185 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Living area

Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Living area

Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 235 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Living area

Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace/patio

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

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
219 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 6 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Fish Box - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Reef Resort

Upscale motel near Lake Taupo
A free return airport shuttle, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Reef Resort. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this motel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot 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 sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and concierge services
  • Barbecues, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at The Reef Resort feature thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dressing gowns.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and toasters

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

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

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
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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 staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 5.50 to 24.00 for adults and NZD 5.50 to 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 any lifts
Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings 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 to 9:30 AM.

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?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout 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 from 8 AM to 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 mile (2 km).

The Reef Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 648 out of 855 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 855 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 855 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 855 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 855 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

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room, spa bath . Heated swimming pool.nice views. Bikes to hire if you wanted to do so. Nice host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and a great heated pool.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lurene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a lovely place to stay. Parking can be a bit difficult if you have a large vehicle but the hosts offered alternatives. The staff were super lovely and helpful, especially at the front desk. I would love to return again as it was such a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Plymouth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here, nice spacious room. Had everything we needed. Staff were lovely, we will definitely be back again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Navneet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay. No complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kayla

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, amazing view and area. Pool was lovely, products smelled good. Bath was nice. Just a little reminder or info on breakfast to be delivered the night prior should of been mention to me on check in as we tend to forget to read the into in the book provided in the rooms. but over all we loved it and deffs be back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Akhylesh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, staff are super friendly and heated pools were nice, would definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A1
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maharshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jashana

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect spot for our wee family to stay for a weekend away. Kids loved the heated pools and the room was beautifully clean and had everything we needed. Super service from Wendy at the front desk letting us check in an hour early on a miserable day. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great location and staff Andy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location and property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Served my requirements
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ehcha

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was immaculate, the staff were LOVELY, we needed to arrive late, the key was left where it was easily accessible, the light was on in our room, the two pools are stunning! We are hot pool people. Absolutely stunning. We stayed on the way down to Wellington, loved it so much we stayed on the way back up to Auckland. There are a LOT of choices in Taupo and this would be our pick, everytime.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views over lake although spoilt by roofs in front. Parking is tight if you have a big car
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosamund

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We were delighted. The owners clearly take great pride and it shows. Very comfortable with a lovely view over Lake Taupo
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amani, Auckland

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome pool (heated) great for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Travelled 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