Sacred Waters Taupo, Taupo ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

221-225 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand, 2730

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Two-Bedroom Penthouse Apartment

Max:

4 persons

105 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Three-Bedroom Thermal Apartment

Max:

5 persons

130 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Three-Bedroom Lake View Apartment

Max:

5 persons

154 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Taupo 2.7 km

Airports

Taupo (TUO) 5.1 km

Rotorua Regional (ROT) 89.4 km

Bus

Bus stop 1.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Bright & Comfortable

“The apartment was filled with natural light, providing a cozy atmosphere that made our stay incredibly enjoyable.” view full review

Relaxing Pools

“The mineral pool was beautifully heated, offering a serene swimming experience, and the private hot tub was a perfect way to unwind.” view full review

Well-equipped Kitchen

“Having a full kitchen made our stay convenient; we enjoyed cooking our meals and appreciated the included laundry facilities.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“The room was surprisingly spacious, allowing us to relax comfortably and enjoy our vacation to the fullest.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Cycling

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Jacuzzi

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

221-225 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand, 2730

Map view

221-225 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand, 2730

City landmarks

76 Napier Road Sh 5

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

2.2 km

Golf Course

Hole in One Taupo

2.1 km

Lake Taupo

Maori Rock Carvings

2.1 km

146 Lake Terrace

Warm Water Lake

1.1 km

Lake Terrace

Great Lake Taupo

2.2 km

Shepherd Road

Waipahihi Botanical Gardens

2.0 km

76 Napier-Taupo Road

Taupo DeBretts Hot Springs

2.2 km

Church

Taupo Baptist Church

620 m

Kayaking

620 m

Hot Water spring

620 m

Lake Tce

Hot Water Beach

740 m

Taupo Marina

Lake Taupo

2.4 km

Park

Taupo Botanical Gardens

2.0 km

Taupo Hot Springs

1.1 km

Park

Tongariro North Domain

2.6 km

Faith Baptist Church

1.3 km

New Apostolic Church

1.4 km

Candyland

1.4 km

Joan Williamson Rose Garden

2.1 km

Open Christian Fellowship

1.6 km

The Salvation Army

1.6 km

80 Lake Tce

Jolly Good Fellows

1.6 km

Museum

Taupo Museum

2.7 km

Bravado 3

1.7 km

#LoveTaupo

2.2 km

Golf Course

Taupo Mini Golf

2.0 km

Saint Pauls Union Church

2.0 km

Taupo Seventh-Day Adventist Church

2.0 km

Amusement Park

Big Sky Parasail

2.1 km

Nearby

Kayaking

490 m

Hot Water spring

490 m

Restaurants

The Wholesome Kitchen Ltd

230 m

1 Lowell Place At Espresso Cove

Edgewater Restaurant

550 m

243 Lake Terrace Millennium Hotel & Resort

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

88%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Private hot tub

Exceptional service

Need insulated mats

Limited dining time

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

8.5

Location

9.0

Service

9.0

Dining

9.3

Frederick

United States, November 2023

9.4/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The rooms had amazing views and were well worth the price. They were incredibly roomy and had great facilities, making my stay very comfortable. The spacious layout easily accommodated my husband and me, my son and his partner, as well as my 2 granddaughters aged 1 and 3. Plus, the huge courtyard with direct access to the pool was such a bonus!

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were spacious and well-equipped, offering great value for money.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional! The staff showed their honesty by returning a gold bracelet left by one of our guests. They were incredibly helpful and made our stay very relaxing. They even suggested using the penthouse for our business meeting, setting it up perfectly.

Location

10.0

The hotel is ideally situated on the shores of Lake Taupo, offering a luxurious and restful experience. It was so convenient with a short walk along the lakefront to cafes and a quick 20-minute walk to the center of Taupo. The proximity to the pool/lake walk was a highlight, and the name 'Sacred Waters' truly fits the tranquil setting.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic! The variety was vast, and even after three days, we hadn't sampled everything. The quality of the meals, especially the fresh seasonal fruits, was top-notch.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were impressive, with everything from a gym and hot pool to bikes for an enjoyable ride along the lake. The apartment's hot tub was a nice touch, adding to the overall luxurious experience.

Francis

United Kingdom, August 2023

9.6/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel. The rooms were fantastic, offering great lake views, a private deck with a hot tub, and open plan living, all at a very reasonable price. It was the perfect setting for our family Christmas gathering, accommodating three generations effortlessly.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were spacious and well-equipped, with a laundry room, kitchen area, dining area, three bedrooms, and bathrooms. The private outdoor eating terrace with a huge hot tub filled from the thermal springs beneath was a luxurious touch.

Service

10.0

The service was exceptional, going above and beyond to cater to our every need. They even phoned us when we had left something behind. The staff was fantastic, kind, and extremely helpful.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect for our geyser-sightseeing itinerary, right on the lake front with beautiful views of Lake Taupo and the mountains. It was close to the lake and featured a pool for the children, spacious rooms with air conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen.

Dining

10.0

The dining experience was exceptional, with a variety of options including immaculately appointed luxury character villas with incredible views, 3-course dinner, and a full breakfast. The vast selection in our three days there was impressive.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were top-notch, providing everything we needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay, including a private thermal pool area and free hire bikes.

Private hot tub

Need insulated mats

Frank

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers a lovely living space with great views and additional coffee extras but is unfortunately noisy and not ideal for a quiet stay. Perfect for a family on vacation.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are lovely with great views and extra coffee amenities. Close to lifts and reception but noisy.

Service

8.0

At first, the service was not very friendly, but they went above and beyond to pamper our needs. Fantastic in the end.

Location

9.0

The location is perfect for geyser-sightseeing, quiet, and child-free. No noise on the deck and right on the lake front at Taupo.

Dining

9.0

Immaculately appointed luxury character villas, vast options in 3 days, with a full breakfast and dinner. Enjoyable on their free hire bikes.

Facilities

8.0

Impeccable facilities including outdoor chairs by the lakefront. Value for money could be better.

great views

noisy rooms

Michael

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.2/10

My stay at Scared Waters had its ups and downs. The rooms were decent but not as luxurious as expected; however, booking the penthouse made a significant difference with private access to the pool and lake. The cleanliness could have been better. The staff were incredibly friendly and promptly resolved any issues we had. The location was convenient with direct lakefront access but may not accommodate larger vehicles. The dining experience was exceptional with a wide variety of dishes, albeit we couldn't try everything during our stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms didn't match the online depiction, with basic blue walls and furniture, lacking luxury. However, the penthouse upgrade was a major improvement, providing spacious, comfortable, and clean accommodations.

Service

9.0

The staff couldn't have been more friendly and helpful, swiftly addressing any concerns. Their service elevated the entire experience at Scared Waters.

Location

8.0

I loved the privacy and outdoor bath in the thermal rooms. The proximity to the lake with a closing gate for direct access was convenient, although note the height restrictions for vehicles.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience at Scared Waters was superb, offering immaculately appointed luxury character villas with incredible views and a varied menu. The only downside was not being able to sample everything during our short stay.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities exceeded expectations, including access to free hire bikes and a fantastic pool area to enjoy.

Friendly Staff

Room Cleanliness