Hilton Lake Taupo, located in Waipahihi Botanical Gardens near Wairakei Geothermal Power Station, offers a peaceful retreat. Guests can relax in the sauna, steam room, and outdoor pool or stay active on cycling paths and tennis courts. Former visitors praise the attentive staff.
Located in Hilltop, a neighborhood in Taupō, Hilton Lake Taupo is in the suburbs and near the airport. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Taupō Hot Springs and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Wairakei Geothermal Power Station and Golf Club Taupō are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with skydiving and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Taupō travel guide
3330, Taupo, 80-100 Napier Road
What's nearby
Taupō Hot Springs
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Maori Carvings
2 min drive - 2.6 km
A.C. Baths
4 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Taupō Airport (TUO)
6 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
5 min drive
Dixie Brown's Cafe
7 min drive
Starbucks
13 min walk
Cafe Baku
6 min drive
Industrie French Kitchen
11 min walk
About this property
Hilton Lake Taupo
Luxury hotel near Taupō Hot Springs
Located close to Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Wairakei Geothermal Power Station, Hilton Lake Taupo provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, Bistro Lago, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
Other perks include:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and 2 outdoor tennis courts
Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
Luggage storage, a porter/bellhop, and concierge services
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 113 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
32-inch HDTVs with premium channels
Free tea bags/instant coffee, electric kettles, and heating
Secured, covered self parking on site (NZD 25 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; NZD 39 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Bistro Lago
Things to do
2 outdoor tennis courts
Bicycle rentals
Children's pool
Gym
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Steam room
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Children's pool
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business center
Conference space
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Pool loungers
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
2 buildings
4 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1889
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Air conditioning
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 60.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 39 per person
Covered self parking fee: NZD 25 per night
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 60.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
We should mention
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hilton Lake Taupo have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Lake Taupo?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Lake Taupo on Apr 1, 2026 start from ¥17,779, excluding 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.
Is Hilton Lake Taupo pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for NZD 25 per night. There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Hilton Lake Taupo?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Hilton Lake Taupo?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.
Where is Hilton Lake Taupo located?
Located in Hilltop, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Taupō Hot Springs and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Wairakei Geothermal Power Station and Maori Carvings are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Reviews
Hilton Lake Taupo Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 1009 reviews
10 - Excellent
544
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 1009 reviews
8 - Good
297
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1009 reviews
6 - Okay
113
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1009 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1009 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
paul
Feb 4, 2026
Nice clean hotel, friendly staff, nice location, good food.
The room we were upgraded to was incredibly spacious and comfortable - thank you to the great team at Hilton Lake Taupo. The hotel is located a convenient distance from the lakefront and town centre, with stunning sunset views over the lake. Highly recommended
Staff were great, facility was nice but a third party person was able to seek information re when i check in, my room details and more which was disappointeing...
Great stay at the St James. Very friendly staff, rooms very spacious and clean. Great location, easy access to all Hamner had to offer, highly recommended
What a wonderful stay at the Hilton Taupo. From the High Tea to the upgraded room to the dinner / drink and bfast. Amazing service and attention to detail. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and felt very special. Thank you we will be back.
Very clean, big room. Sort of view of the lake. Nice staff (that’s the case everywhere in this country!)
The only downside is that the mattress is wayyyy too soft. Could bro fall asleep. But for someone who needs a fork mattress, this is a big deal.