Aparthotel
Sacred Waters
5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star aparthotel near Taupō Hot Springs
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Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Washer
- Kitchen
- Gym
Explore the area
221-225 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, Waikato, 2730
- Taupō Hot SpringsPlace, Taupō Hot Springs14 min walk
- Spa Thermal ParkPlace, Spa Thermal Park4 min drive
- A.C. BathsPlace, A.C. Baths5 min drive
- Taupō Airport (TUO)Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)8 min drive
Room options
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Thermal Apartment Two Bedroom
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 1076 sq ft
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
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Thermal Apartment Three Bedroom
- 1399 sq ft
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 5
- 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
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Lake Front Three Bedroom
- 1679 sq ft
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 1 Queen Bed and 2 King Beds
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Lake Front Four Bedroom Apartment
- 1798 sq ft
- 4 bedrooms
- Sleeps 7
- 1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
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Lake View Two Bedroom Penthouse
- 2207 sq ft
- 2 bedrooms
- Lake view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 King Beds
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Lake View Three Bedroom Apartment
- 1658 sq ft
- 3 bedrooms
- Lake view
- Sleeps 5
- 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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Double Bedroom Studio Apartment
- 915 sq ft
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Lake View Two Bedroom Apartment
- 1346 sq ft
- 2 bedrooms
- Lake view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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Thermal Apartment Three Bedroom Sleeps 6
- 1507 sq ft
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms, Lake View
- 1615 sq ft
- 4 bedrooms
- Lake view
- Sleeps 8
- 3 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds
About the neighborhood
Taupō
Waipahihi stay.Your stay at this Waipahihi aparthotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Taupō Hot Springs and A.C. Baths. Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon are also within 6 miles (10 km).
What's nearby
- Taupō Hot Springs - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
- Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
- Spa Thermal Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
- A.C. Baths - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
- Huka Falls - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
Getting around
- Taupō Airport (TUO) - 5 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Industrie French Kitchen - 3 min drive
- The Vine Eatery - 4 min drive
- Dixie Brown's Cafe - 5 min drive
About this property
Sacred Waters
Family-friendly 5-star aparthotel near Taupō Hot Springs
Sacred Waters offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. The luxury Sacred Waters also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.
This 5-star Taupō aparthotel is smoke free.
- 18 guestrooms or units
- 4 levels
- Built in 2006
- Childcare (surcharge)
- Poolside lounge chairs
- Charging station for electric cars
- Storage area for luggage
- Front-desk safe
- Tour and ticket information
- Garden
- No smoking on site
Sacred Waters offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with outdoor private hot tubs and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 50-cm flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 5-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Taupō aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
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Property amenities
Beach
- White sand beach nearby
Pool/Spa
- Hot tub
- Outdoor pool
- Pool loungers
- Private outdoor hot tub
Internet
- Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Onsite parking available only on request
- Free self parking on site
- Onsite parking options include a carport
Family friendly
- Babysitting (surcharge)
- Children stay free (see details)
- High chair
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Espresso maker
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 45 per night
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Heated bathroom floor
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- 50-cm flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony/patio
- Garden
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washer/dryer
Work spaces
- Laptop workspace
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- No elevator
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Iron/ironing board
- Luggage storage
- Phone
- Safe
- Safe at front desk
- Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
- In a national park
- In the mountains
- Near the airport
- Near the boardwalk/promenade
- On a lake
Things to do
- Gym
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Skydiving nearby
- Swimming nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- 18 units
- 4 floors
- Built in 2006
- Electric car charging station
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 3.50 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! One child 1 year old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45 per night.
- Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 35.0 per stay.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 35.0 per stay
- Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45 per night
- High chair fee: NZD 15 per stay
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.50 percent
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.
We should mention
- One child 1 year old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
National rating
Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Sacred Waters to the airport?
Sacred Waters is 3.2 mi (5-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sacred Waters?
As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sacred Waters on Nov 23, 2025 start from $246.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Sacred Waters have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Sacred Waters.
Does Sacred Waters offer free breakfast?
Sacred Waters does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Sacred Waters?
No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.
What time is check-in at Sacred Waters?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Sacred Waters?
This aparthotel offers free self parking.
Does Sacred Waters have a pool?
Sacred Waters features an outdoor pool.
Does Sacred Waters have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.
How close is Sacred Waters to downtown Taupō?
Sacred Waters is 1.7 mi away from Taupō.