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Rainbow Motel Tokaanu

3.0 star property
Enjoy 4 hot tubs at this 3-star Tokaanu apartments

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen + 3 SINGLES) | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board
Standard Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen + 3 SINGLES) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Outdoor pool
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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (KING BED unit) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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434 Tawera Street, State Highway 41 Tokaanu RD 1, Tokaanu, 3381
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen + 3 SINGLES) | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board

Standard Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen + 3 SINGLES)

  • 452 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Tokaanu

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tokaanu Thermal Pools and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Taupo with a stay here. Also, Tongariro National Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lake Taupo - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre - 6 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • River Vineyard - 14 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Floating Rock Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Licorice Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Thyme For Food - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rainbow Motel Tokaanu

Enjoy 4 hot tubs at this 3-star Tokaanu apartments
Rainbow Motel Tokaanu offers its guests 4 hot tubs and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Rainbow Motel Tokaanu. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Tokaanu apartment.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Rainbow Motel Tokaanu offers 10 accommodations with private pools and private plunge pools. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star apartment have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the apartment's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily. Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • 4 hot tubs
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 10 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 not indicated whether 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Rainbow Motel Tokaanu to the airport?

Rainbow Motel Tokaanu is 30.3 mi (42-min drive) away from the Taupo (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rainbow Motel Tokaanu have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rainbow Motel Tokaanu.

How close is Rainbow Motel Tokaanu to the beach?

This apartment is 8.7 mi (17-min drive) from Kuratau Jetty.

Does Rainbow Motel Tokaanu offer free breakfast?

Rainbow Motel Tokaanu does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rainbow Motel Tokaanu?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Rainbow Motel Tokaanu?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Rainbow Motel Tokaanu?

This apartment offers free self parking.

Does Rainbow Motel Tokaanu have a pool?

Rainbow Motel Tokaanu features an outdoor pool.

Does Rainbow Motel Tokaanu have a spa?

Yes, this apartment has a spa.

How close is Rainbow Motel Tokaanu to downtown Tokaanu?

Rainbow Motel Tokaanu is 0.3 mi away from Tokaanu.

Rainbow Motel Tokaanu Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 55 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great private hot pools, very quiet and clean.Seating outside room and good amenities inside room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were lovely people and put my daughter and I into a 2 bedroom unit as they had it spare. Very clean and tidy and comfortable beds. Hot pools are amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The hot pool is good and open whole day. No amenities in bathroom but it’s ok for me because I had my own. since they do not put hair dryer in room so had to contact the host late night to ask which I felt bad too so hopefully they will put one in each room in future.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the hot pools on site the property is dated but mostly well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay. Always very clean and tidy, the staff are friendly and very helpful, and the private hot pools are great. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The pool's great stay will staying again friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love the good-access hot pools, and lots of space in rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Olga, near airport

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hot thermals 24hrs a day!

The hotel was exactly what was advertised...i love the retro feel and atmosphere... Everything there was good. I recommend you take time out to explore the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Reesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We were the only ones and had full use of the facilities after doing the Tongariro Circuit. Was so good to soak bodies and wash:dry off clothes in the laundry and dry room. Very reasonable price. Thank you to the management for being so accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
I’ve never stayed in a motel before so it’s hard for me to compare, however these were my impressions: Staff were welcoming Area is very quiet Property is ok, felt clean but not very up to date There were some hot pools in a shed, didn’t feel particularly inviting The rooms had bug nets over the windows but at night there were many bugs in the room Temperature was too hot at night, the rooms would really benefit from air conditioning Got very cold by morning For the price I don’t think it was great value for money Not sure what the alternatives in the area are. There didn’t appear to be much in the way of choice for actual hotels and it felt like a lot of the people visiting were there on the mega cheap.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely hosts, the property was clean, tidy and just perfect for our needs, will defystay agin if we pass through 😊 highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff. Easy to find. Easy parking. Motel is older but room was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Friendly hosts, quiet location aged but quaint property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy with hotpools

Private hotpools - excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Rod, whangamata NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Refurbished older motel

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, love the thermal pools
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just what we needed

We were looking for somewhere to spend the night to break up our journey up the North Island. This fit the bill. Friendly, responsive staff, the unit was simple and comfortable. Thank you for a very pleasant, stress free family stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephen , Mt Maunganui, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight to catch the Tongariro Crossing

Absolutely immaculate, clean and warm. Had a great nights sleep. Loved the old world spa and the owners are something else. Just lovely. Loved the whole experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Tired; Value: Over-priced; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Clean;

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Damian, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Kate, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless;

8/10 Good

Erica, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Nice ; Value: Reasonable; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Pleasant;

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Bargain; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Beautiful;