The Reef Resort | Hotel in Taupo

| 9.6 (965 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Waipahihi Hotel | The Reef Resort

Hotel in Waipahihi, Taupo

Guests at this beach motel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area.
The Reef Resort offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

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


An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Local maps
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Desk
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide
Breakfast
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–9 AM: NZD 5.50-24.00 for adults and NZD 5.50-24 for children
  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8 AM - 8 PM
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
Accessibility
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
Activities
  • Water skiing
  • Parasailing
  • Sailing
  • Horse riding
  • Golfing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Boat tours
  • Downhill skiing
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Snowboarding
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Skydiving
  • Beach (direct access)
  • Skiing lessons
  • Fishing
  • Windsurfing
  • Hot springs
  • Sledding
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Bicycle rentals
Entertainment
  • Digital channels
  • Flat-screen TV
General
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • English
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry facilities
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Pool sun loungers

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 pm; check-in end time: 7:30 pm contactless check-in available late check-in subject to availability minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged check-out before 10 am contactless check-out available late check-out subject to availability
Child Policy
Children are welcome. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately nzd 5.50 to 24.00 for adults, and nzd 5.50 to 24 for children late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit 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 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

Reviews

Suzanne
Feb 9, 2026 08:58:54 PM
Review Score:   6
Summary: We are very surprised by the excellent reviews of this hotel. Positives - the rooms were spacious and very clean Negatives - rooms were dated, hotel locked main door at 7.30pm then you had to come through side door, springs had gone in the settee, not a proper shower it was in a bath, admit it was a Jacuzzi bath but there were set times you could use the Jacuzzi bath, We did not find the staff that friendly either, also no welcome bottle of water in the room. We had to drive to the Woolworths which was about 1 1/2 miles away to get water. Also no lift we had to lug our heavy suitcase up the stairs.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View
Room Size: 398 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View

General

Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Kitchenette, Shower/tub combination, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 11, Square meters - 37, Lake view, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Square feet - 398, Furnished balcony
Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View
Room Size: 291 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

General

Ping - 8, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Kitchenette, Shower/tub combination, Square feet - 291, Square meters - 27, Lake view, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Furnished balcony
Studio, 1 Queen Bed
Room Size: 280 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Studio, 1 Queen Bed

General

Ping - 8, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Kitchenette, Shower/tub combination, Square feet - 280, Number of bedrooms - 1, Square meters - 26, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside
Room Size: 1991 square feet m2
3 King Beds and Double Sofa Bed
Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

General

Fireplace, Number of bedrooms - 2, Dishwasher, Lake view, Separate dining area, Washer/dryer, Private hot tub (outdoor), Kitchen, No rollaway/extra beds, Bed count minimum 3, Square meters - 185, Private hot tub, Ice maker, Coffee/tea maker, Bathtub or shower, Number of living rooms 1, Number of bathrooms - 2, Ping - 55.95, Furnished patio, Square feet - 1991, Private bathroom, Separate sitting area, Freezer, Oven, Bed count maximum 3, Access via exterior corridors
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside
Room Size: 538 square feet m2
2 King Bed and Double Sofa Bed
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside

General

Kitchenette, Square feet - 538, Number of bedrooms - 1, Bathtub or shower, Separate bedroom, Furnished patio, Private bathroom, Square meters - 50, Pool view, No rollaway/extra beds, Ping - 15, Separate sitting area, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Room, 1 Bedroom
Room Size: 405 square feet m2
2 Queen Bed and Double Sofa Bed
Room, 1 Bedroom

General

Kitchenette, Square feet - 405, Shower/tub combination, Number of bedrooms - 1, Square meters - 38, Separate bedroom, Number of living rooms 1, Ping - 11.38, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Separate sitting area, Balcony, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside
Room Size: 2530 square feet m2
4 King Beds and Twin Beds
Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

General

Fireplace, Dishwasher, Lake view, Separate dining area, Washer/dryer, Jetted bathtub, Private hot tub (outdoor), Square feet - 2530, Kitchen, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 3, Square meters - 235, Ping - 71.10, Bed count minimum 4, Private hot tub, Ice maker, Coffee/tea maker, Bathtub or shower, Number of bathrooms - 3, Number of living rooms 1, Private bathroom, Separate sitting area, Freezer, Oven, Access via exterior corridors, Bed count maximum 4, Furnished balcony
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View
Room Size: 377 square feet m2
2 Queen Bed and Double Sofa Bed
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

General

Kitchenette, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 11, Bathtub or shower, Square feet - 377, Lake view, Separate bedroom, Square meters - 35, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Separate sitting area, Bed count minimum 2, Furnished balcony, Bed count maximum 2
Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area
Room Size: 301 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

General

Kitchenette, Shower/tub combination, Number of bedrooms - 1, Square meters - 28, Separate bedroom, Square feet - 301, Private bathroom, Furnished balcony or patio, No rollaway/extra beds, Garden view, Separate sitting area, Ping - 8.46, Access via exterior corridors, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View, Poolside
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 King Bed and Double Sofa Bed
Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View, Poolside

General

Furnished patio, Square meters - 40, Private bathroom, Pool view, No rollaway/extra beds, Kitchenette, Shower/tub combination, Ping - 12.11, Bed count minimum 2, Square feet - 431, Bed count maximum 2
Studio, 1 King Bed, Poolside
Room Size: 380 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Studio, 1 King Bed, Poolside

General

Ping - 10.68, Furnished patio, Private bathroom, Square feet - 380, Pool view, No rollaway/extra beds, Kitchenette, Shower/tub combination, Square meters - 35, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1

FAQ's

Is this The Reef Resort pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at The Reef Resort?

Check-in time for The Reef Resort starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The Reef Resort have a swimming pool?

Yes, this The Reef Resort has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Reef Resort?

Best-rates for the The Reef Resort starts from $119 per night with includes TV, Balcony/Terrace, Transportation/Shuttle, Wellness Facilities, Toiletries, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Internet, Air Conditioner, Parking, Bedding/Linens, Guest Services, Laundry, Pool, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Breakfast, Hot Tub, Kitchen, Accessibility with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Reef Resort a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Reef Resort wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Reef Resort has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Reef Resort?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Reef Resort indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Reef Resort?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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