Very pleased with location and amenities of Village Resort…read more 2 BR/br with direct views of Lake Taupo and snow capped mountains to the south. While not of Marriott vacation club quality, we were very comfortable and recommend. Like fireplace and central location.

My husband and I stayed a few days at the Ika Nui Taupō in room 14, which is directly across from…read morethe check in office. Our living room view was of the lake and it was gorgeous. There is a full kitchen, as well as living room, dining table, bathroom with a shower and a queen sized bed in a separate bedroom. The kitchen was well stocked with pretty much everything you could possibly need on a trip to cook. Walls were thick and we didn't hear anyone except for people in the parking lot one night. PROBLEMS: Parking is a nightmare and much too snug for comfort. One night we came home and every slot was filled so we had to park at a different hotel and pray we didn't get towed. The major downside is the internet doesn't work here. That's a problem if you're a foreigner and you're on data roaming. You won't be able to upload photos to the cloud, post on social media or make WiFi calls because unless we stood at the front door, holding our phone out to get the initial signal, the WiFi wouldn't stay connected anywhere in the entire unit. Overall I was happy with our stay, except for the WiFi issue. Visited February 2023

Booked here based on locals (Kiwis in the area) recommendations…read more The good: it looks and feels like an American hotel. Comfortable beds, centrally located with heaps of restaurants all within walking distance, a gym, and checkout is 11am, whereas most places checkout is 10am. Beautiful lobby, friendly staff, clean rooms. The cost is fair for similar 4-star hotels nearby. Parking is free. The bad: this place smells horrendous! It reminds us of sewage. The pool looks pretty, but does not look clean. Especially the many hot tubs. We spotted several cockroaches (and they were bigger than what we are used to seeing back home) in the back hallway near the pool. We saw mold in the bathroom in our room too. For the location, comfortable beds, and feeling like "home away from home" I'd book here again!

Looked like a high end establishment, but our room was dated and dirty. The bar service (staffed…read moreafter 3:30pm) was abysmal. There were dishes that sat on a table for the few hours we were there and glasses etc from other patrons were not picked up nor were tables cleaned. We ordered a pizza and specialty bread and it was brought to our table with no plates, cutlery, or napkins. Very disappointing for the price.

Been coming here once a year for a winter fishing trip. Can highly recommend this place. Cheap,…read moreclean, friendly. Always good to stay here. Riverstone backpackers doesn't feel like your average backpackers it's definitely a step above.

From the owner: Riverstone Backpackers & Lodge offers quality accommodation for free independent travelers. We can…read morebook your transport for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Riverstone Backpackers has a 94% TripAdvisor rating. Riverstone Backpackers, Turangi 3334, Waikato, 07 386 7004

Great family owned motel. The husband and wife welcome was very personable and helpful to giving…read morerecommendations around the town. Very clean and cute. We were fortunate to stay at one of the newly renovated rooms which was a very modern look. The natural mineral pools were also nice to soak in after a long day of hiking.

Best stay so far during our trip in North New Zealand, hands down. Amazing service, modern…read morefacility, and great views. You absolutely have to stay longer than one night. The couple that runs the place are so accommodating and sweet. The only con is finding the place, which is completely out of the owners control as they are forbidden from placing additional signage on the road. With only 4 suites available, it's no wonder why they're so booked months in advanced.