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Anchorage Resort Taupo

3.5 star property
Mountain ski retreat with 3 outdoor pools and hot tub

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Terrace/patio
Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Living area
Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Living room
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside | Garden view
Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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346 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Three Mile Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Poolside

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2015
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2015
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2015
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Poolside

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2015
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, Jetted Tub, Lake View | Living area

Studio, Jetted Tub, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2015
  • 40 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View | Living room

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Living area

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Two Bedroom with Lake View | In-room dining

Deluxe Two Bedroom with Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2015
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Taupō

At Anchorage Resort Taupo you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Lake Taupō and within 30 minutes of Taupō Hot Springs. Highlights at this ski motel include in-room free WiFi, furnished balconies and Smart TVs. .Enjoy the 3 outdoor swimming pools, Hot tub and sauna plus access to bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Two Mile Bay motel include The Landing Lake Taupō and Spa Thermal Park.
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What's nearby

  • Three Mile Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Four Mile Bay - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 6 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Industrie French Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Anchorage Resort Taupo

Mountain ski retreat with 3 outdoor pools and hot tub
Soothe your muscles in the hot tub or take an invigorating swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools after a day on the slopes. Getting to the slopes is a breeze with the motel's ski shuttle (surcharge).

WiFi is free in public spaces. This Mediterranean motel also offers a children's pool and a sauna. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Taupō motel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Anchorage Resort Taupo offers 21 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Taupō motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 kilometres
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Children's pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 8:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Anchorage Resort Taupo.
  • 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

Anchorage Resort Motel Taupo
Anchorage Taupo
Anchorage Resort Taupo
Anchorage Resort Taupo Motel
Anchorage Resort Taupo Taupo
Anchorage Resort Taupo Motel Taupo
The Anchorage Resort Heritage Collection

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Anchorage Resort Taupo?

Anchorage Resort Taupo offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Anchorage Resort Taupo?

As of 29 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Anchorage Resort Taupo on 30 Nov 2025 start from NZ$232.74, including 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 parking available at Anchorage Resort Taupo?

Yep, Anchorage Resort Taupo has a free self car park.

Does Anchorage Resort Taupo have a pool?

Take your pick from 3 outdoor swimming pools, a heated pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Anchorage Resort Taupo?

Anchorage Resort Taupo features 3 outdoor pools, a heated pool and 1 hot tub.

What makes Anchorage Resort Taupo a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and romance packages, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Anchorage Resort Taupo.

Is Anchorage Resort Taupo family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds and travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Anchorage Resort Taupo is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Anchorage Resort Taupo?

No, Anchorage Resort Taupo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Anchorage Resort Taupo?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Anchorage Resort Taupo?

No, only service animals are allowed.