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

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

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

1. Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

2.8 km from Craters of the Moon

george

AED 231

AED 265 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A sign for Gables Lakefront Motel advertising free WiFi, hot pools, one-bedroom apartments, and family units.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the sea, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and stainless steel appliances.

A modern building with a reception area, multiple windows, and a paved courtyard.

2. Gables Lakefront Motel

5.7 km from Craters of the Moon

Colin

AED 341

AED 393 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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 spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a fireplace. Tables are set with wine glasses and plates.

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

3. Hilton Lake Taupo

6.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Anita

AED 398

AED 458 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A staircase with metal railings and wooden steps leading up to a landing.

A modern building with a reception area and a sign indicating a vacancy.

A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Beechtree Motel

4.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Liam

AED 289

AED 333 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 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 table set for dining with a view of the water and hills in the background.

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.

5. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

6.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Denis

AED 488

AED 562 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

A hot tub area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a shaded umbrella.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the sea and a balcony.

A kitchen with a large window, a sink, and a stove.

6. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

5.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Michael

AED 389

AED 447 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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 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.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

7. Tui Oaks Motel

5.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Neill

AED 243

AED 280 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 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 row of white buildings with hanging flower baskets.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink and wooden ceiling beams.

8. Cottage Mews Motel

7.3 km from Craters of the Moon

kate

AED 313

AED 359 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A residential area with modern houses, a clear view of the sea, and a distant mountain range.

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

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

9. Baycrest Lodge

5.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Ben

AED 450

AED 520 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by plants and a building with a balcony.

A cozy cabin with a wooden interior, a dining area, a sofa, and a kitchen.

A room with a large glass window overlooking a body of water, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a table with a remote control.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a pink bedspread, a wardrobe, and a large window with a view of the sea.

10. Oasis Beach Motel

6.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Erin

AED 211

AED 243 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

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.

A view through a window of a street with parked cars, a road, and a body of water in the distance.

11. Acacia Lake View Motel

4.8 km from Craters of the Moon

Susan

AED 402

AED 466 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large bathtub.

A modern building with large glass windows and a covered outdoor area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV on the wall, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A backyard with a swimming pool, a hot tub, and a covered patio area with outdoor seating.

12. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

4.7 km from Craters of the Moon

Kanwalnoor chatha

AED 323

AED 372 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A waterfront property with a paved driveway leading to a brick building with a large window and a door.

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

A modern building with large windows and a view of a lake and surrounding houses.

13. Cascades Lakefront Motel

7.2 km from Craters of the Moon

AED 367

AED 423 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A wooden building with a sign reading "WELLER'S HOTEL" on the side.

A log cabin-style building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a hot tub.

A cozy lodge interior with a stone fireplace, leather armchairs, and a dining area.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, comfortable seating areas, and a stone-tiled floor.

14. Lakefront Lodge Taupo

5.4 km from Craters of the Moon

Tej Bahadur

AED 196

AED 227 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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 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.

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.

15. Sails On The Lake

5.7 km from Craters of the Moon

Ilana

AED 382

AED 442 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 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 wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape with a flag, a lamp post, and a hedge.

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.

16. Accent on Taupo

7.4 km from Craters of the Moon

Peter

AED 222

AED 255 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A balcony with a view of a calm lake and distant mountains.

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

A modern building with a central arched entrance, flanked by columns, and surrounded by potted plants.

17. Boulevard Waters

6.6 km from Craters of the Moon

Tasha

AED 390

AED 449 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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 bar area with a wooden counter, pendant lighting, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the beach, and a tropical wallpaper.

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

18. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

4.9 km from Craters of the Moon

Steve

AED 354

AED 416 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with a dark-colored sofa and wooden benches, a potted plant, and a decorative hanging light fixture.

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.

19. Ashbrook Motel Taupo

4.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Lisa

AED 296

AED 341 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

20. The Village Resort

5.2 km from Craters of the Moon

Nina

AED 343

AED 399 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 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
Gables Lakefront Motel	9.4 Exceptional 505 reviews	View
Hilton Lake Taupo	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Beechtree Motel	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top Craters of the Moon Hotel Reviews

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

8/10 Good

"Great spot heaps to do 👍"

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

8/10 Good

"Staff always really good. Some parts of the unit I was in could do with a scrub but wasn’t terrible. Bed comfy, sheets clean etc. shower hot 👍"

Ika Nui Taupo

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend"

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

8/10 Good

"A staff member was really accommodating and gave us a complimentary upgrade to a groundfloor room as my elderly mom had developed mobility issues just before our trip. We really appreciate this."

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 ."

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."

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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 natural hot spring pool surrounded by lush greenery and rocks.

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. Gables Lakefront Motel

3. Hilton Lake Taupo

4. Beechtree Motel

5. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

6. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

7. Tui Oaks Motel

8. Cottage Mews Motel

9. Baycrest Lodge

10. Oasis Beach Motel

11. Acacia Lake View Motel

12. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

13. Cascades Lakefront Motel

14. Lakefront Lodge Taupo

15. Sails On The Lake

16. Accent on Taupo

17. Boulevard Waters

18. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

19. Ashbrook Motel Taupo

20. The Village Resort

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Top Craters of the Moon Hotel Reviews

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

Ika Nui Taupo

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Huka Falls Getaway + so close to town

The Grand @ Taupo

The Holiday Home Lake 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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