3 Star Hotels in Taupo, Waikato

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Top Taupo 3 Star Hotels

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
3.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, 431 reviews
"Awesome staff"
The price is €54
per night
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, 558 reviews
"Only thing that detracted from a perfect stay was the shower water temperature was not really hot enough, otherwise great value and locality"
The price is €70
per night
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Lakeland Resort Taupo
3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, 999 reviews
"This was a lovely place with great parking and freindly staff. The only recommendation would be to ensure all cleaning of the room eg mirrors and the bathroom drainage was cleaned properly. "
The price is €90
per night
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Lakeland Resort Taupo
Cottage Mews Motel
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 191 reviews
"Slightly older place but no problem. Clean and tidy"
The price is €78
per night
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Cottage Mews Motel
Ika Nui Taupo
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 226 reviews
"Very welcoming, forgot to specify that we needed the kids beds to be made up but the lovely lady in reception even come over to our room to ask if we needed her help to make them! Has even gone out of her way to courier something back to us that the kids left behind. Great location and the heated pool was a great bonus! Thank you🙂"
The price is €93
per night
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Ika Nui Taupo
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, 1,000 reviews
"Clean good facilities would stay again "
The price is €91
per night
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 640 reviews
"Nice quite location "
The price is €106
per night
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,000 reviews
"The bed was comfortable and the overall unit was lovely and clean. The pillows were not particularly great but okay for one night. I think more instructions on how to work the heat pump would be good for those who don't have one at home but was pleased with my last minute booking."
The price is €97
per night
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 430 reviews
"Easy to find, easy to book-in, easy to park and walk to shops or enjoy dinner. Lovely location with lake across the road. Will stay again !"
The price is €92
per night
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Tui Oaks Motel
Anchorage Resort Taupo
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 581 reviews
"Nice and clean.."
The price is €101
per night
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Anchorage Resort Taupo
VU Thermal Lodge
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 301 reviews
"Everything about UV Thermal Lodge was excellent. Warm welcome by friendly staff. Excellent conditions. We enjoy the private spa."
The price is €123
per night
21 Jul - 22 Jul
VU Thermal Lodge
The Cove Taupo
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 426 reviews
"Very nice accommodation representing good value."
The price is €79
per night
4 Jul - 5 Jul
The Cove Taupo
Acacia Lake View Motel
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 403 reviews
"Stayed here a dozen times over the years and as usual it excellent value for money. Other than being clean and tidy there is no skimping on the little things that other properties of a similar price point are minimising now... Still has real milk, plenty of utensils, plunger coffee or bags, sky TV reasonable check in times etc. "
The price is €126
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Acacia Lake View Motel
Sails On The Lake
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 661 reviews
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The price is €109
per night
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Sails On The Lake
Chevron Motel
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 219 reviews
"Roomy and quiet. Close to town. Easy parking. Nice hosts."
The price is €82
per night
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Chevron Motel
The Lake Motel
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 261 reviews
"The Lake Hotel was very cute and comfortable. Wish we had stayed here more than 1 night just because it was so cute! Host steered us to a delicious dinner at the Mole and Chicken and we overall really enjoyed our stay."
The price is €88
per night
10 Jul - 11 Jul
The Lake Motel
Mountain View Motel, Taupo
3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, 189 reviews
"Great to have a shower with hot water"
The price is €68
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Mountain View Motel, Taupo
Ashbrook Motel Taupo
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 272 reviews
"Easy walking distance of most amenities."
The price is €82
per night
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Ashbrook Motel Taupo
Accent on Taupo
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 314 reviews
"Was a lovely stay, nice and quiet! Enjoyed the cute little cat that hangs around☺️"
The price is €85
per night
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Accent on Taupo
Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,001 reviews
"Very comfortable and in a great location. "
The price is €82
per night
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Taupo?
Expedia customers wanting a convenient and comfortable Taupo property often pick Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments. This 3-star hotel, roughly 1.13 kilometres east of the centre, offers a swimming pool and a garden. Want another idea? Situated 2 kilometres southeast of downtown and including a swimming pool and a cafe, Lakefront Lodge Taupo is another guest favourite.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Taupo?
The key difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Taupo will be the standard of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally more economical and provide the services and conveniences you need for your comfort, such as breakfast, WiFi and a gym. You can look forward to a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket interiors, premium bathroom products and extras like on-site spa centres.
What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Taupo?
One of the perks of booking a motel around Taupo is economical rates. This means more cash in your wallet to visit some leading attractions. Often positioned near highways and airports, and with on-site parking, this kind of property is popular among road trippers. When you stay at a 3-star hotel, you’ll get more than just an inviting room to kick back in. You’ll also typically have access to conveniences like business services and free WiFi.
Do any 3-star hotels in Taupo have a pool?
Expedia has some good 3-star choices in Taupo where you can enjoy a refreshing dip, including Lakefront Lodge Taupo and Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments. December, January and February, which are the summer months here, are great for staying at a 3-star escape with a pool. If you want the warmest weather for your poolside holiday, arrive in January when temperatures average from 10ºC at night to 22ºC during the day.
What 3-star hotels in Taupo have an on-site restaurant?
After a day of touring the sights, relax with a satisfying meal at Lakefront Lodge Taupo‘s on-site restaurant. This 3-star Taupo escape also offers a terrace and a lake view. Or eat without having to go anywhere at Wellesley on the Lake Taupo. A lake view and a cafe are two other handy conveniences available here.
Do any 3-star hotels in Taupo have WiFi?
Take advantage of the WiFi at Lakefront Lodge Taupo and easily post your fantastic pictures of Taupo. Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments is another 3-star hotel where you can go online during your trip. WiFi may be included in the room price or offered for an additional charge, so be sure to check before making your booking.
What 3-star hotels in Taupo have parking?
A couple of our favourites are Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments and Lakefront Lodge Taupo. Both these 3-star properties in Taupo provide parking, making it simple for you to jump behind the wheel and explore. Once you’ve covered the main sights here, why not refuel and explore a bit farther? Some excellent day trip suggestions from central Taupo include Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Tongariro National Park.
Do any 3-star hotels in Taupo have rooms with a kitchenette?
Prepare easy meals in your kitchenette at Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments. Also featuring a garden and a swimming pool, this 3-star option is a top choice if you’re staying in Taupo for a while and searching for some home comforts. Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort also comes with a space to cook. Other conveniences here include a garden and a swimming pool.