The Reef Resort | Hotel in Taupo

| 9.1 (692 Reviews) |  16 Bathrooms  38 Guests
Waipahihi Hotel | The Reef Resort

Hotel in Waipahihi, Taupo

The Reef Resort Motel offers self-contained accommodations on the edge of the Lake Taupo. The property features an outdoor heated freshwater pool and a thermal pool with a hot tub. The modern units have either lake, mountain or pool views and all include a spa bath and a well-equipped kitchenette. Modern amenities include air conditioning and TV reception. The Reef Resort facilities include the nearby golf course, ski storage and a BBQ area. Guests can enjoy popular fishing spots and extreme sports like skydiving nearby. The resort offers free private parking on site.

The Reef Resort is located in Taupo.

This 21 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Air Conditioner, Pool, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 692 reviews with the average score of 9.1 . Coming to Taupo and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Wine/Champagne
Parking
  • Free parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking
  • Parking on site
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Beachfront
  • Canoeing
  • Horseback riding
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Bowling
  • Fishing
  • Bike tours
  • Mini golf
General
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
Guest Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tour desk
  • Concierge
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/out
  • Laundry
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • BBQ facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Picnic area
Security/Safety
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • First aid kits available
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Heated pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Plunge pool
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

For guest arriving after 19:00, please contact the property prior to arrival to arrange check-in.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.67
Location:
9.29
Staff:
9.47
Facilities:
9.25
Comfort:
9.37
Cleanliness:
9.42
Denise
Dec 3, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Excellent position , access directly to the lake
Negative: All good
Summary: Lovely warm reception on arrival. Nice spacious room with fully equipped kitchen area. Lots of towels , including pool t
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Studio with Pool View
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 35 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Studio with Pool View

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Shower, Spa tub, Bathtub, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Heating

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Balcony, Patio, Terrace

Living Area

Desk

View

Pool view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Luxury Studio with Lake View
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 37 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Shower, Spa tub, Bathtub, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Heating

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Living Area

Dining area, Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

Mountain view, Lake view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Studio with Lake View
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 27 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Shower, Spa tub, Bathtub, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Heating

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Balcony, Patio

Living Area

Dining area, Desk

View

Mountain view, Lake view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
One-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 50 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
One-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Shower, Spa tub, Bathtub, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Heating

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Living Area

Dining area, Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Outdoors

Patio

View

Pool view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
One-Bedroom Apartment with Lake View
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 45 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
One-Bedroom Apartment with Lake View

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Shower, Spa tub, Bathtub, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Heating

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Balcony, Patio, Terrace

Living Area

Dining area, Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

Pool view, Mountain view, Lake view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Studio
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 26 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Studio

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Shower, Spa tub, Bathtub, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Heating

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Living Area

Dining area, Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Luxury Three-Bedroom Apartment - First Floor
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 235 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Guest bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Shower, Spa tub, Bathtub, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Trash cans, Private entrance, Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Heating

Outdoors

Terrace, Balcony, Outdoor furniture, Patio, Barbecue, Outdoor dining area

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Oven, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Dishwasher, Coffee machine, Dryer, Electric kettle, Microwave, Washing machine

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk, Sofa, Dining area, Fireplace

View

Mountain view, Lake view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Luxury Two-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 185 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Shower, Bathtub, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Trash cans, Private entrance, Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Heating

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Oven, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Dishwasher, Coffee machine, Dryer, Electric kettle, Microwave, Washing machine

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk, Sofa, Dining area, Fireplace

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Patio, Outdoor dining area, Barbecue

View

Mountain view, Lake view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Luxury Studio with Pool View
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 39 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
Luxury Studio with Pool View

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Shower, Spa tub, Bathtub, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Heating

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Living Area

Dining area, Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

View

Pool view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
One-Bedroom Apartment with Garden View
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 28 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
One-Bedroom Apartment with Garden View

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Shower, Spa tub, Bathtub, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Trash cans, Private entrance, Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Heating

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Balcony, Patio

Living Area

Dining area, Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

Garden view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
One-Bedroom Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 38 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Body soap, Towels, Shower cap, Hairdryer, Shower, Spa tub, Bathtub, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Heating

Kitchen

Kitchenware, Stovetop, Toaster, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Dining table, Kitchen, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Dining area, Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels

Food & Drink

Chocolate/Cookies

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
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