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

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

A dining area with a fireplace, a table with a plate of food, a glass of beer, and a vase of plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a view of trees and a flag.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a landscaped garden and a building with multiple balconies.

1. Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

2.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Albert

AED 242

AED 278 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.

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

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.

2. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

6.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Sandra

AED 430

AED 494 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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.

3. Cascades Lakefront Motel

7.2 km from Craters of the Moon

AED 321

AED 370 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

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

4. Acacia Lake View Motel

4.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Scott

AED 389

AED 452 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.

A modern multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and hilly terrain.

A modern living room with a large sofa set, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall. There is a fireplace with decorative items and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchen, and a large window offering a city view.

5. Hilton Lake Taupo

6.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Peter

AED 343

AED 395 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

A cafe with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of the street.

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

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

6. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

4.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Steve

AED 385

AED 452 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

A row of white buildings with hanging flower baskets.

7. Cottage Mews Motel

7.3 km from Craters of the Moon

kate

AED 290

AED 333 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large balcony, a TV, a bed, a sofa, and a table.

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.

8. The Reef Resort

6.6 km from Craters of the Moon

Shontelle

AED 396

AED 460 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, a small table, and a white railing.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A balcony with two chairs, a table with a bottle of champagne and two glasses, and a view of the sea.

A pool area with a wooden table, two beer bottles, and a glass.

9. Baycrest Lodge

5.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Ben

AED 431

AED 501 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 bed, a bedside lamp, a TV, a window with a view of the sea, and a small table with a chair.

10. Tui Oaks Motel

5.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Helasika Kumuduni Perera

AED 237

AED 273 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

A grand entrance with a carpeted staircase, a grand mirror, and a welcoming sign.

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

11. Belle vue Boutique Lodge

7.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Louise

AED 608

AED 702 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

A restaurant interior with a wooden ceiling, a chef statue, a fireplace, and leather seating.

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

7.3 km from Craters of the Moon

Hoani

AED 271

AED 312 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A sign for 'The Lake' motel with a retro design, featuring a black background and white lettering.

A house with a sliding glass door, a red chair, and a potted plant.

A black building with white trim and a sign for 'The Lake Retro Studio' available now.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a table. There is a large window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

13. The Lake Motel

5.6 km from Craters of the Moon

James

AED 340

AED 395 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 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 hot tub with a bench and a small table with baskets and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

14. Accent on Taupo

7.4 km from Craters of the Moon

Peter

AED 227

AED 261 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a dining area with four chairs.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round side table, and a painting of flowers on the wall. A kitchen area with white cabinets, a sink, and a telephone is visible in the background.

15. Ashbrook Motel Taupo

4.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Kristy

AED 284

AED 327 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 kitchen with a dishwasher, a sink, and a view of the sea through large windows.

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.

16. Sails On The Lake

5.7 km from Craters of the Moon

Jessie

AED 328

AED 380 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A balcony with white railings, a hanging basket, and outdoor furniture.

A two-story building with a reception area, a sign indicating it is an executive motel, and a black car parked in front.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets.

A bedroom with a large bed, a small bedside table, a window with a view of a body of water, and a ceiling light.

17. Lakeside Taupo

5.5 km from Craters of the Moon

Ryan

AED 353

AED 406 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A modern living room with a large window offering a scenic view of trees and water.

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

18. The Village Resort

5.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Dee

AED 341

AED 397 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern living room with a glass wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

A hot tub with a view of the sea, a metal faucet, and a glass railing.

A modern living room with a large window, a kitchen area, and a seating area with a view of the sea.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a view of the sea, and a well-maintained hedge.

19. Sacred Waters

6.7 km from Craters of the Moon

han

AED 588

AED 682 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel room with a glass dining table, wooden chairs, a kitchenette, a bathroom, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, a sign with a flag, and a view of the sea.

A building with a sign for 'Jolly Good Fellow's Restaurant & Bar' and a 'Conference Centre' sign.

20. Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

5.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Danielle

AED 236

AED 273 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Craters of the Moon

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor	7.8 Good 1,000 reviews	View
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Cascades Lakefront Motel	9.0 Wonderful 697 reviews	View
Acacia Lake View Motel	9.4 Exceptional 624 reviews	View
Hilton Lake Taupo	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Top Craters of the Moon Hotel Reviews

Ika Nui Taupo

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome room, well equipped and great view"

Oasis Beach Motel

8/10 Good

"The view from the room was spectacular. Walked along the shore right from our room. Room was clean had many useful amenities. The “heated pool” was ice cold. The jacuzzi as barely warm enough to get in. The staff at the check in desk were fantastic. The staff in the dining room were very condescending."

Beechtree Motel

8/10 Good

"A clean well appointed room. Staff very helpful"

Tui Oaks Motel

10/10 Excellent

"For the price its worth the lake view room. Was pleasantly surprised."

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic place, many thanks"

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great resort for a family holiday. My kids loved it and we were happy that they were happy. One tiny thing was that the windows all opened out to the roadways so curtains needed to be drawn for privacy. Would have been nice if they were tinted. But wasn’t a biggie. We would definitely stay again."

Huka Falls Getaway + so close to town

10/10 Excellent

"Thanks for your place ,I appreciate it very much.house was so beautifully and peace for holiday .thank s again ."

Taupo Panorama - Lake Taupo Holiday Home

10/10 Excellent

"Stunning views, lovely big house and very clean. Only downside was some beds were very hard and the toilet upstairs can be heard from the master bedroom. But that is totally offset by the rest offered and the heaters (both radiators and electric blankets) are phenomenal and leave you more than toasty. Overall a great place to stay :-)"

The Grand @ Taupo

10/10 Excellent

"Great lovation"

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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 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 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 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 592 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 by Accor

2. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

3. Cascades Lakefront Motel

4. Acacia Lake View Motel

5. Hilton Lake Taupo

6. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

7. Cottage Mews Motel

8. The Reef Resort

9. Baycrest Lodge

10. Tui Oaks Motel

11. Belle vue Boutique Lodge

12. Lakeland Resort Taupo

13. The Lake Motel

14. Accent on Taupo

15. Ashbrook Motel Taupo

16. Sails On The Lake

17. Lakeside Taupo

18. The Village Resort

19. Sacred Waters

20. Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Craters of the Moon

Top Craters of the Moon Hotel Reviews

Ika Nui Taupo

Oasis Beach Motel

Beechtree Motel

Tui Oaks Motel

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

Huka Falls Getaway + so close to town

Taupo Panorama - Lake Taupo Holiday Home

The Grand @ Taupo

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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