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1 Bedroom Super King Suite with Balcony (upper floor no spa)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
€119* Per night/room 2 Jun - 3 Jun

Economy Studio, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

One Bedroom Thermal Spa Super King Suite Ground Floor (adult only)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Lakefront Thermal Spa Studio King Bed Ground Floor (partial view)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Lakefront 1 Bedrom Super King Suite (upper floor , no spa)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Exclusive Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at VU Thermal Lodge, you'll be within walking distance of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool. This comfortable motel has 17 rooms. Free WiFi and kitchens are available in all rooms.

  • Air-conditioned accommodations with kitchens, flat-screen TVs and microwaves
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the 10 hot tubs
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes hot springs
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and a few minutes from Maori Carvings

Renovations + Closures

The property will be renovating from 16 March 2024 to 31 August 2024 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

  • Swimming pool

During renovations, the motel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Property Features

VU Thermal Lodge offers its guests 10 hot tubs and an outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hot springs, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at VU Thermal Lodge. Self parking is free. This 3-star Taupo motel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

VU Thermal Lodge offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchens with microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Taupo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • In-room kitchen
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Nearby Activities

10 hot tubs are on site along with an outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Rafting nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Hot springs on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Spa Services

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen). This service features shared men's and women's areas. There are 11 indoor hot springs and outdoor hot springs open between 4:00 PM and 11:00 PM. The temperature in the hot springs is set to 149°F.

  • Number of indoor hot springs - 11
  • Indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen)
  • Number of outdoor hot springs - 1

Accessibility

If you have any 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

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 8:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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, debit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Front desk opens daily at 2:00 PM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:30 PM
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on-site
  • Caters to adults only
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Minimum guest age is 18
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • Renewable energy source - geothermal
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 300 per accommodation
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 48 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • VU Thermal Lodge Taupo
  • VU Thermal Taupo
  • VU Thermal
  • VU Thermal Lodge Motel
  • VU Thermal Lodge Taupo
  • VU Thermal Lodge Motel Taupo

You should know

  • The outdoor pool closes for the season in December.
  • Hot springs access available from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at VU Thermal Lodge.

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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