Family Friendly, Romantic Hotels in Waikato

Hilton Lake Taupo, a resort-style heritage hotel on New Zealand's North Island, seamlessly blends 19th-century Victorian architecture with modern design for an exceptional guest experience. Just a 10-minute drive from Taupo town center, the hotel offers captivating lake and volcanic landscape views. Guests can enjoy a range of on-site facilities, including swimming pools, tennis courts, a fitness center and lake-view dining from the restaurant's balcony.
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\nThe hotel provides numerous amenities, such as connecting rooms, complimentary parking, free WiFi, electric vehicle charging stations, an on-site restaurant, an outdoor pool, pet-friendly rooms, room service and meeting rooms, catering to both leisure and business travelers. Bistro Lago, a local favorite, offers a memorable dining experience with stunning Lake Taupo views, a seasonal menu focused on high-quality local produce, and options for breakfast, lunch, dinner and a daily bar menu, ensuring a delightful culinary journey for guests.

Nestled in 2,500 acres of an old native forest, this ecology inspired lodge is a nature lovers sanctuary.