Phoenix Resort

3.0 star property
3-star motel near Taupō Hot Springs

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Garden
A pool with a white deck, a potted plant, and a decorative wall piece.
Two Bedroom with Spa | View from room
Mini-golf
One Bedroom Apartment with Spa | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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212 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Studio with Spa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

One Bedroom Apartment with Spa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Two Bedroom with Spa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Taupō

Waipahihi stay.Your stay at this Waipahihi motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō. Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • beach near Taupō Central - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club Taupo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Phoenix Resort

3-star motel near Taupō Hot Springs
As a guest of Phoenix Resort, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Taupō motel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1980
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Phoenix Resort offers 13 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

This Taupō motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Mini golf
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:30 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 at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Phoenix Resort Taupo
Phoenix Taupo
Phoenix Resort Motel
Phoenix Resort Taupo
Phoenix Resort Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Phoenix Resort to the airport?

Phoenix Resort is 3.2 mi (6-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Phoenix Resort?

As of Jul 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Phoenix Resort on Jul 22, 2026 start from $94, including 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 Phoenix Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Phoenix Resort.

Does Phoenix Resort offer free breakfast?

Phoenix Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Phoenix Resort?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Phoenix Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Phoenix Resort?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Phoenix Resort have a pool?

Phoenix Resort does not have a pool.

Does Phoenix Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Phoenix Resort to downtown Taupō?

Phoenix Resort is 1.7 mi away from Taupō.

Phoenix Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 273 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and lovely grounds. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Anzelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay and the staff was very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shaunne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet location, lovely rose garden, great view from upstairs bedroom, personal hot tub
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, owner very friendly and even greeted us with a block of chocolate
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

brynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awsome four day stay will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Janene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed rooms, friendly owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy with full amenities you would need to enjoy your stay. Would fully recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mr T J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in really friendly guy who took the time to show us everything in the area on the map what to see and do
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely grounds, friendly staff, onsite parking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A picturesque hotel with every amenity that you could want!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dated but clean
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very informative & welcoming staff. Private spa in room excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

soraya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room quiet area comfortable bed an amazing shower
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa bath was really nice and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such friendly staff! Beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The geothermal spa pool was lovely. Room was clean and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are very friendly, the room is very clean😊👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was nice accommodation. Enjoyed our soak in the private thermal hot pool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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8/10 Good

Gabriella

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and had everything that we needed for our stay. Beautiful roses and a great view of the lake.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was spotless. Car park needs attention
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gagandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly, room was cosy, had everything we needed and the bed very comfortable. The thermal spa was our highlight.. so nice to relax in. Perfect for out weekend getaway. Definitely looking at staying again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the private mineral pools, the reason why we choose to stay here when in Taupo… so relaxing. The staff are also friendly and helpful. Also love the garden, very cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023