The Best Hotels Closest to Craters of the Moon in Wairakei for 2026

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1. Wairakei Resort Taupo

2.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Matthew

AED 199

AED 231 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

Economy Room, 1 King Bed (Heritage) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

2. Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

2.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Albert

AED 219

AED 252 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

Studio, 1 Queen Bed (suite sea view) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub | In-room dining

3. Beechtree Motel

4.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Georgia

AED 294

AED 339 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sep - 25 Sep

2 Bedroom Upstairs Lake view Suite (Acacia Wing) | Living room | 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Superior 2 bedroom Apartment with lake view (Acacia wing) | Lake view

Deluxe Downstairs Spa Studio (Lake Wing) | Living room | 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

4. Acacia Lake View Motel

4.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Kelly

AED 406

AED 470 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

Room, 2 Bedrooms (with Spa) | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

5. Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

5 km from Craters of the Moon

Jungsun

AED 249

AED 286 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

Lake End Apartment - Adults Only | Lake view

Family Cottage | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Lake End Apartment - Adults Only | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request)

6. Cottage Mews Motel

7.3 km from Craters of the Moon

Karen

AED 296

AED 340 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Superior One Bedroom Suite with Hot Tub | Living area | 50-inch TV with satellite channels

Superior One Bedroom Suite with Hot Tub | View from room

7. Gables Lakefront Motel

5.7 km from Craters of the Moon

Leanne

AED 312

AED 360 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

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

8. The Reef Resort

6.6 km from Craters of the Moon

Emma

AED 343

AED 397 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Family BBQ and Spa Suite | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Studio, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Courtyard Area | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop

Studio, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

9. Alpine Lake Motor Lodge

4.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Brooke

AED 312

AED 361 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

10. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

4.7 km from Craters of the Moon

Elaine

AED 246

AED 283 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

Superior Twin Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Compact Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

One Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

11. Bella Vista Taupo

4.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Shona

AED 326

AED 375 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Lakehouse | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

12. Accent on Taupo

7.4 km from Craters of the Moon

Linda

AED 220

AED 255 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

13. Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

5.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Nicole

AED 239

AED 276 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Deluxe Apartment, Lake View | View from property

Standard Studio, Lake View | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Studio (Ground Lakeview Studio) | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Lakeview Suite) | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. Tui Oaks Motel

5.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Helasika Kumuduni Perera

AED 229

AED 263 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers

15. The Village Resort

5.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Dee

AED 362

AED 419 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

Sacred Waters Luxury Penthouse B | Living area | 50-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave

Sacred Waters Lakefront Luxury VIP Apartment 1 | Terrace/patio

Sacred Waters Lakefront Apartment 2 | Private kitchen | Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave

16. Sacred Waters

6.7 km from Craters of the Moon

han

AED 543

AED 632 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sep - 24 Sep

Superior Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

17. Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

4.4 km from Craters of the Moon

Mike

AED 349

AED 403 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Studio Unit, Spa Bath | WiFi (free), bed sheets

One Bedroom, Family Motel Unit | WiFi (free), bed sheets

18. Great Lake Motel Taupo

4.8 km from Craters of the Moon

richard

AED 281

AED 323 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

Deluxe Apartment | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Deluxe Apartment | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

19. Ika Nui Taupo

4.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Stephen

AED 297

AED 343 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Family One Bedroom with Spa Bath | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

20. ASURE Prince Motor Lodge

4.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Stephen

AED 318

AED 369 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

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Compare popular hotels close to Craters of the Moon

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wairakei Resort Taupo	9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews	View
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor	7.8 Good 1,000 reviews	View
Beechtree Motel	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Acacia Lake View Motel	9.4 Exceptional 620 reviews	View
Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Top Craters of the Moon Hotel Reviews

Beechtree Motel

8/10 Good

"Good parking, centrally located, comfortable bed,"

Oasis Beach Motel

8/10 Good

"Right by the lake and walkway. Quiet and comfortable"

Wairakei Resort Taupo

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely brilliant from the moment I stepped into the lobby. Great service, clean tidy spacious room. Whole complex was well kept. The sauna was excellent. The staff were super friendly & helpful Good food at the restaurant, close to town, just superb!"

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We just love everything we didn't want to go back home. Thank you for having us will come back here"

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed the hot pool. Staff were friendly and helpful. Beds were a little uncomfortable but the overall condition of our room was good.Good variety at breakfast. Love the location, nice and quiet."

Tui Oaks Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Had a nice stay with the Lake view."

The Grand @ Taupo

10/10 Excellent

"Great lovation"

The Holiday Home Lake Taupo

8/10 Good

"Great stay and a good location for us. A couple of small things would have made it perfect: more coffee cups (4 is not enough for 8 people) and some dishwash liquid for items that can’t go in the dishwasher."

Huka Falls Getaway + so close to town

10/10 Excellent

"Great!"

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)

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 a plant in the foreground and steam rising in the background.

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 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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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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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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A.C. Baths

8.6/10 (289 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Taupō with a trip to A.C. Baths. Discover the mountain views and spas 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 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 591 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 traveler 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 5 miles include Huka Lodge, Beckons and Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Craters of the Moon?

Expedia has 591 hotels and other accommodations 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, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Craters of the Moon.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Craters of the Moon?

For additional details about updating your stay near Craters of the Moon or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

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.

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Our top choices for Craters of the Moon hotels

1. Wairakei Resort Taupo

2. Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

3. Beechtree Motel

4. Acacia Lake View Motel

5. Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

6. Cottage Mews Motel

7. Gables Lakefront Motel

8. The Reef Resort

9. Alpine Lake Motor Lodge

10. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

11. Bella Vista Taupo

12. Accent on Taupo

13. Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

14. Tui Oaks Motel

15. The Village Resort

16. Sacred Waters

17. Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

18. Great Lake Motel Taupo

19. Ika Nui Taupo

20. ASURE Prince Motor Lodge

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Top Craters of the Moon Hotel Reviews

Beechtree Motel

Oasis Beach Motel

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Tui Oaks Motel

The Grand @ Taupo

The Holiday Home Lake Taupo

Huka Falls Getaway + so close to town

Other attractions near Craters of the Moon

Huka Falls

Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa

Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley

Spa Thermal Park

Wairakei International Golf Course

Rock`n Ropes

A.C. Baths

Golf Club Taupō

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