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

A geothermal area with steam vents, a path, and a distant mountain range.

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1. Wairakei Resort Taupo

2.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Matthew

AED 209

AED 240 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 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 222

AED 255 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

3. The Loft

6.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Andrew

AED 496

AED 574 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sep - 23 Sep

Lake End Apartment - Adults Only | Lake view

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

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

4. Cottage Mews Motel

7.3 km from Craters of the Moon

Karen

AED 299

AED 344 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

5. The Reef Resort

6.6 km from Craters of the Moon

Emma

AED 404

AED 466 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. Baycrest Lodge

5.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Ben

AED 395

AED 457 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sep - 17 Sep

Cherrywood Suite | Living area | 30-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace

Lake Executive Suite | Living room | 30-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace

7. Lake Taupo Lodge

7.3 km from Craters of the Moon

Veronica

AED 1,768

AED 2,036 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

Superior One Bedroom Suite with Hot Tub | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

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

8. Gables Lakefront Motel

5.7 km from Craters of the Moon

Juliet

AED 366

AED 421 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sep - 17 Sep

Unit #5 - The Courtyard | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

1970's Suite 3 | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

9. The Lake Motel

5.6 km from Craters of the Moon

James

AED 333

AED 385 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 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

10. Acacia Lake View Motel

4.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Kelly

AED 406

AED 471 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

Two Bedroom with Lake View | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Two Bedroom with Lake View | Dining room

One Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

11. Little Haven

4.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Anna

AED 377

AED 436 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sep - 23 Sep

Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view) | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Coffee/tea maker, microwave, toaster, cleaning supplies

12. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

5.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Kanwalnoor chatha

AED 378

AED 434 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sep - 30 Sep

Studio, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV

One Bedroom Lake View Suite | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. Sails On The Lake

5.7 km from Craters of the Moon

Maurice

AED 338

AED 392 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

Family Room, Partial Lake View | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

14. Cascades Lakefront Motel

7.2 km from Craters of the Moon

AED 331

AED 381 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sep - 17 Sep

43-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player

15. Ashbrook Motel Taupo

4.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Kristy

AED 256

AED 295 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers

16. The Village Resort

5.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Dee

AED 363

AED 417 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

Junior Suite King with Lake View | View from room

Junior Suite Queen with Lake View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

17. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

6.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Alice M

AED 399

AED 459 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

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

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

18. Ika Nui Taupo

4.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Stephen

AED 345

AED 399 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Two Bedroom with Spa | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

19. Phoenix Resort

6.7 km from Craters of the Moon

Val

AED 351

AED 406 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

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

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

20. Great Lake Motel Taupo

4.8 km from Craters of the Moon

richard

AED 284

AED 326 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wairakei Resort Taupo	9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews	View
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor	7.8 Good 1,001 reviews	View
The Loft	9.8 Exceptional 52 reviews	View
Cottage Mews Motel	9.6 Exceptional 301 reviews	View
The Reef Resort	9.6 Exceptional 984 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 595 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?

Huka Lodge, Beckons is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Craters of the Moon. Other good options within 5 miles include Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor and Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort.

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

Expedia has 595 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. The Loft

4. Cottage Mews Motel

5. The Reef Resort

6. Baycrest Lodge

7. Lake Taupo Lodge

8. Gables Lakefront Motel

9. The Lake Motel

10. Acacia Lake View Motel

11. Little Haven

12. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

13. Sails On The Lake

14. Cascades Lakefront Motel

15. Ashbrook Motel Taupo

16. The Village Resort

17. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

18. Ika Nui Taupo

19. Phoenix Resort

20. Great Lake Motel Taupo

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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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