Beachfront hotels in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Oasis Beach Resort Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Situated on the shores of Lake Taupo, the Oasis Resort features a large heated swimming pool, indoor and outdoor spa pools, and a tennis court. Guests can choose from 2 on-site restaurants. Each air-conditioned room features a refrigerator and a TV with over 50 satellite channels. All rooms have views of the courtyard, pool or lake. Rooms with cooking facilities are available. Oasis Beach Resort Taupo is located on Waipahihi Bay, less than 10 minutes’ drive from Taupo town centre. Taupo Airport is only 5 km away. Beach Brasserie is located on the beach, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Edgewater Restaurant offers elegant dining with friendly service right on the lakefront. Oasis Beach Resort offers free off-street parking and free Wi-Fi. Conference facilities are also available. Show full description Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around 225 NZD.

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• 2 Gables Lakefront Motel Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Located across the road from Taupo’s main beach, Gables Lakefront Motel offers stunning lakefront views, free Wi-Fi and a family spa pool. Some apartments boast their own private spa pool. Each self-contained apartment features a 43-inch satellite TV and a kitchen or kitchenette with tea/coffee making facilities, a microwave and a refrigerator. Most rooms offer beautiful views of Lake Taupo and the mountains. Luggage storage and laundry facilities are also provided. Free on-site parking is available directly outside your unit. The Gables is located 7 minutes’ drive from Taupo Airport. The famous Huka Falls are 15 minutes’ drive away. Taupo Golf Club, as well as a number of fishing and lake activities, are a 5-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 305 NZD.

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• 3 Cascades Lakefront Motel Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Cascades Lakefront Motel is located on the edge of Lake Taupo and has a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Free WiFi and cable TV are included. There is plenty of free parking for trailers and boats. Pets are allowed on request and charges may apply. Cascades Lakefront Motel features a garden with barbecue facilities. Self catering kitchen and laundry facilities are provided for guests. Breakfast and a complimentary newspaper are available on request. The complex provides direct access to the beach and Lake Taupo. Guests can enjoy a walk or explore the surrounding area on bicycle available at an additional charge. Guests can make use of paddle boards and kayaks with extra charge. Waikato River and the Volcanic Activity Centre are 10 minutes’ drive away. Wairakei Terraces is 15 minutes’ drive from Cascades Lakefront Motel. Cascades Lakefront Motel is 3 km away from the town centre. Free parking is available. Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 234 NZD.

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• 4 Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Overlooking Lake Taupo, Clearwater Motor Lodge boasts direct beach access, a hot spring plunge pool and barbecue facilities. It offers self-contained accommodation with a hot tub and a private balcony or patio with lake or mountain views. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free on-site parking. All apartments have a full kitchen with hot plates, microwave and a refrigerator. Each apartment has a seating area with flat-screen satellite TV and a DVD player. Some accommodation have air conditioning. Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo is 5 minutes’ drive from Taupo Airport, and 10 minutes’ drive from Tauhara Golf Course. Huka Falls are a 15-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 237 NZD.

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• 5 Boulevard Waters Motor Lodge Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Boulevard Waters Motor Lodge features a thermal plunge pool and free on-site parking. Located in a quiet location on the shores of Lake Taupo, the property offers rooms with an in-room double spa bath plus lake/mountain views. The heated guest rooms are equipped with a DVD player and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each has a full kitchen with a microwave, hot plates and a fridge. All rooms also have a private balcony or patio with outdoor furniture. A continental breakfast is available daily at Boulevard Waters Motor. A self-service laundry facility can be found on site. Motor Lodge Boulevard Waters is a 5-minute drive from Taupo centre and Taupo Airport. Huka Falls is a 10-minute drive away. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 286 NZD.

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• 6 The Reef Resort Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Motel. The Reef Resort Motel offers self-contained accommodation 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. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 264 NZD.

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• 7 Braxmere Turangi, New Zealand

  

  Aparthotel. Located alongside the lovely Lake Taupo, Braxmere offers accommodation with a patio and lake views. Guests enjoy free BBQ facilities, a restaurant and access to a private jetty and boat ramp. The restaurant offers a range of á la carte dishes, which are sure to impress. Braxmere Tokaanu is a 10-minute drive from Trout Hatchery and Turangi. Mt Ruapehu-Whakapapa Ski Field is 35 minutes’ drive away. Each air-conditioned apartment has a kitchenette with a microwave and stovetop. The seating area has a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests receive 20MB free Wi-Fi per stay. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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• 8 Baycourt Lakefront Motel Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Situated directly opposite Lake Taupo, Bay Court Motel offers refurbished modern rooms and apartments with free WiFi, cooking facilities and separate lounge areas. Some units include a relaxing spa bath. Wi-Fi access is available throughout the motel. The Bay Court Motel is only a 10-minute walk from the restaurants and shops in Taupo town centre. The beautiful Tongariro National Park is a 75-minute drive away. All accommodation includes a kitchenette, microwave and HDTV with Netflix. Each en suite bathroom has a hairdryer and shower. Electric blankets and heating are included. Barbecue facilities, a kayak and free on-site car parking are provided. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 183 NZD.

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• 9 Colonial Lodge Motel Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Motel. The charming and peaceful Colonial Lodge Motel offers spacious studios and apartments in the heart of the North Island. Guests can enjoy relaxing strolls alongside the scenic shores of Lake Taupo. All accommodation features a spa bath. You can take a short walk into the centre of Taupo for shopping, gallery visits or a tasty meal. All accommodation boasts cooking facilities and high-tech amenities such as a 49-inch flat screen smart TV. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 185 NZD.

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• 10 Tui Oaks Motel Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Tui Oaks Motel offers free Wi-Fi and is just 5 minutes’ walk from Taupo town centre. All accommodation includes satellite TV, and most have panoramic Lake Taupo views. Each room and apartment at Tui Oaks Motel Taupo includes heating, tea/coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom. Apartments with a fully equipped kitchen are available. Guests have access to laundry facilities and a barbecue area. There is storage available for bikes and skiing equipment. Taupo DeBretts Hot Mineral Pools are just a 7-minute drive from Tui Oaks Motel. The tour desk can organise Lake Taupo cruises, bungy jumping and jet boat rides to Huka Falls. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 194 NZD.

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• 11 The Gallery Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Boasting garden views, The Gallery features accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace, around 36 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, ping-pong, free private parking and free WiFi. The bed and breakfast is fitted with a flat-screen TV. The kitchen has a fridge, an oven and a dishwasher, as well as coffee machine and kettle. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. A barbecue is available on site and skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of The Gallery. Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley is 36 km from the accommodation, while Great Lake Convention Centre is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 28 km from The Gallery. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 220 NZD.

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• 12 Motuoapa Bay Holiday Park Turangi, New Zealand

  

  Holiday park. Whether you are looking to stay in a self-contained apartment or in a more unique accommodation type such as a retro kombi, a boat shed or a boat house themed bungalow, Motuoapa Bay Holiday Park has all 4, and most have lake views. Motuoapa Bay Holiday Park is located in Turangi, just 5 minutes’ drive from Tauranga Taupo and 12 minutes’ drive from Tokaanu Thermal Pools. A free shuttle service is available. At this beachfront holiday park guests have access to a shared kitchen, lounge/TV area, mini-market, a children’s playground and free WiFi. Free bicycle hire is available to cycle around the area. All accommodation has heating, a tea/coffee maker and both laundry and ironing facilities. The apartments have a fully equipped kitchen, balcony and private bathrooms. You can go hiking, fishing, cycling and participate in a variety of water sport activities in the surrounding areas. Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 80 NZD.

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• 13 Waimahana Apartment 4 Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. Situated in Taupo, 40 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park and 40 km from Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley, Waimahana Apartment 4 features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The apartment has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with lake views. Spa and wellness facilities including a hot tub and a sauna are at guests' disposal during their stay at the apartment. Waimahana Apartment 4 provides a barbecue and a terrace. Great Lake Convention Centre is 3 km from the accommodation, while Taupo Events Centre is 3.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 6 km from Waimahana Apartment 4. Show full description Guest review score 9.2

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• 14 Affordable One Bedroom Apartment Lake Taupo C4 Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. Boasting a garden, an outdoor pool and garden views, Affordable One Bedroom Apartment Lake Taupo C4 is set in Taupo. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment with a terrace and pool views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park is 41 km from the apartment, while Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 5 km from Affordable One Bedroom Apartment Lake Taupo C4. Show full description Guest review score 8.5

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• 15 The Point Luxury Villa Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Holiday home. Situated in a private estate overlooking the blue waters of Lake Taupo, The Point Luxury Villa is a holiday home featuring a spacious terrace, garden and views of Mount Rapehu. The property is just 10 minutes’ drive from Taupo town centre. Free private parking for up to 4 cars is available. Situated amongst native trees and the landscaped grounds, the luxurious villa offers 5 large bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and an open-plan dining, kitchen and living area with an open fireplace and 10-seater dining table. There are 3 flat-screen TV's and a sound system throughout the entire house. Also included is a fully-equipped kitchen in which guests can self-cater or request the services of a personal chef. The Villa also features lake views from every room. All bed linen and towels are included. On-site facilities at The Point Luxury Villa include 2 tennis courts, private boat ramps and a helipad. The area is popular for skiing and fishing. There are two 18-hole championship golf courses within a 15-minute drive from The Point Luxury Villa, while Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley is 8 km from the property. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including canoeing and hiking. Taupo Airport 20 km from The Point Luxury Villa. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.7

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• 16 Linger Lakeside Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Villa. Located 38 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, Linger Lakeside provides accommodation in Taupo with access to a hot tub. This villa features a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. Providing a terrace and mountain views, the villa includes 5 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 5 bathrooms with a shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley is 38 km from the villa, while Great Lake Convention Centre is 2.6 km away. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 6 km from Linger Lakeside. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.4

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• 17 Waimahana Apartment 8 Taupo, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. Set in Taupo, Waimahana Apartment 8 offers a balcony with pool and lake views, as well as a year-round outdoor pool, fitness centre and sauna. The air-conditioned accommodation is 40 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, and guests benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. Offering a terrace and mountain views, the apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. At the apartment guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. Waimahana Apartment 8 offers a barbecue. Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley is 40 km from the accommodation, while Great Lake Convention Centre is 3 km away. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 6 km from Waimahana Apartment 8. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in December 2022. Did I miss a hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!