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Bayview Wairakei Resort


Hotel class 4.0 of 5
State Highway 1 | Wairakei, Taupo, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars
RebeccaL1   1 contribution
Dec 16, 2009 | Trip type: Business

Awesome hotel, great for families. Good playground and swimming pools. Fantastic staff & they were able to organise a baby sitter at short notice. more

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5 of 5 stars
Westie_Traveller   9 contributions
Auckland, New Zealand
Nov 25, 2009 | Trip type: Family
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We've been trying to find a good stopover on our Auckland-Wellington drives, as we have a four-year-old, so can't drive straight through. Although I've previously though the Wairakei was a bit expensive, we'll definitely be there again - we had a bed&breakfast deal, with Eli (the child) included for free, as he's under 5. We just felt instantly relaxed and... more

nice resort
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4 of 5 stars
wtgn_ling   13 contributions
everywhere
Oct 1, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway
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person found this review helpful

We stayed a night at the resort because of a promotion and we satisfied with the rooms (2 double beds). We tried the swimming and spa pools at both locations; all of them need to be cleaned and/or filtered as there are insects floating in them. Otherwise it's a nice accommodation. more

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4 of 5 stars
Piggy_9   8 contributions
Auckland
Aug 3, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
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We booked a KING ROOM but the size of the bed seems like a Queen than a King. Room is a bit cramped. Having said that, all the facilities are very good. Staff is freindly and helpful. Can improve on the number of food items in both restaurants. Since it's raining season, resort can "lend out" umbrella to guests. more

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4 of 5 stars
ineedabreak82   10 contributions
Melbourne
Jun 29, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

This hotel was further out of town than we expected, meaning a good 10-15 min drive back into Taupo. Room was nicely refurbished and of reasonable size, if a bit pokey. The hotel has plenty of amenities, with pools, spa, gym, squash court, golf course, etc, so those wanting to bring children or stay for a few nights will be... more

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4 of 5 stars
NZVICKI   6 contributions
Thames, New Zealand
Jun 19, 2009 | Trip type: Business
1
person found this review helpful

My hubby and I spent 3 nights while on a conference at this property.We found the room clean and comfortable, the meals were lovely and the hot pools were perfect ways to relax in the evenings.We would defintly stay again at this property. more

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1 of 5 stars
stairpotato   15 contributions
UK
Mar 5, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel
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person found this review helpful

Quite how this place has got the ratings it's got is beyond me. Firstly don't let the 'bayview' name mislead you. There is no view of the bay to be had here. The location isn't great, so you'd expect the resort hotel needs to be something special to make up for it wouldn't you. You'd be wrong. Check-in was functional... more

Lovely hotel
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5 of 5 stars
VanRiebeeck   15 contributions
Mpumalanga, South Africa
Mar 3, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1
person found this review helpful

A lovely hotel in a quiet spot despite its proximity to the Taupo – Rotorua road. The rooms are spread out over several blocks and look a much better option than many of the tourist haunts that are lumped together in Taupo town. The hotel often seems to offer specials. The receptionist was kind enough to reduce the rate at... more

Very rude
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1 of 5 stars
ahrens   1 contribution
Toronto
Jan 28, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
2
people found this review helpful

We stayed 3 nights. The room was fine. Front staff members are not professional at all. As I requested Internet service, one staff was not willing to use the service telling me all different kinds of excuses. However, she let the other people use PC in the office for free in front of me!! I am Asian. Does colour matter???... more

Amateur
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2 of 5 stars
ParisWahine   5 contributions
Paris
Jan 19, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1
person found this review helpful

I remember staying here as a kid and so on our trip home we decided to overnight here. I guess my standards have increased as I found the experience distinctly amateur. The room had been done up and the decor was fresh but the housekeeping staff seemed to be a bit random in terms of towels and toiletries - a... more

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Address: State Highway 1 | Wairakei, Taupo, New Zealand
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