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Enjoying the serene environment while sipping coffee (or a late afternoon drink) on your private covered deck.
This chalet gives you perfect self-contained comfort for your Taupo holiday, perfect either for two couples or a family of 4.
Self-contained quality and comfort, this chalet is ideal for couples and the perfect base to explore the Taupo region.
The perfect home base for getting out and exploring all that Lake Taupo has to offer, our range of motel accommodation is ideal for anyone looking for affordable self-contained comfort.
With amazing views of Lake Taupo and mountains from its expansive deck, this two-bedroom chalet is perfect for a family of up to four children. 2 Bedrooms/one king and bunks.
Sometimes big just isn’t big enough. Which is lucky, because at Taupo DeBretts we’ve got the Deluxe Chalet – a massive floor plan and enviable line up which can cater for up to EIGHT holidaymakers at once!
Our standard king cabin gives you a big bed at a budget price. The perfect choice for conserving cash while keeping comfortable! No bathroom facilities in the cabin.
A step up from our standard cabin sees the addition of a full kitchen for extra flexibility and freedom during your holiday. Cook up a storm or grab a cold drink in the comfort of your own space. No bathroom facilities in the cabin.
The perfect home base for getting out and exploring all that Lake Taupo has to offer, our range of motel accommodation is ideal for anyone looking for affordable self-contained comfort.
The perfect home base for getting out and exploring all that Lake Taupo has to offer, our range of motel accommodation is ideal for anyone looking for affordable self-contained comfort.
Our standard cabin gives you basic, cozy accommodation without denting your budget. Excellent for a group of three, or separate accommodation for the kids! No bathroom facilities in the cabin.
Get a more comfort bang for your buck. These cabins add a bigger bed and a few features designed to make your stay that little bit more enjoyable. Sleep up to 4 people. No bathroom facilities in the cabins.
Fall asleep to the sound of crickets, wake up to the sweet singing of Tuis. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort is a great place to camp, whether you are in a campervan or travelling with a tent.
Self-contained and the perfect family holiday solution, our En Suite Cabins give you space and comfort without breaking the bank. Bathroom, shower and basin in the cabin.
As the newest accommodation choice on offer at Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort, our Lake Villas do not disappoint. Each lives up to its name, with spectacular views across stunning Lake Taupo and the volcanic mountains beyond.
Trees, hedges and a park like setting provide privacy and shelter for RV campervan and camping sites. There is a dump-station and recycling centre conveniently situated.
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zoomWhether you are looking for a relaxing couples break or taking the family away for the weekend Taupo DeBretts has a bed for all budgets from tent and campervan sites, cabins, motels, chalets, superior lodges through to luxury villas
This is one of NZ's most popular hot thermal mineral complexes, with a huge range of accommodation options, spectacular views, free WIFI and quiet location; Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort is the perfect solution for your holiday or overnight stay.
A variety of accommodation to suit all budgets ranging from standard cabins, kitchen cabins, ensuite cabins to Qualmark accredited 5 star Holiday Park chalets, superior lodges and villas. There are spacious motel units also on offer from studio units to one and two bedrooms. If you are tenting or have a campervan the shared facilities are well equipped.
Families, couples, groups and individual travellers give glowing feedback about the onsite Thermal Hot Springs. Featuring two large outdoor mineral pools, twelve indoor private mineral pools, a fresh water pool, two spa’s, warm interactive children’s playground with tipping bucket and a giant dragon waterslide. The pools are naturally heated from a geothermal spring and contain many natural health benefits; they are drained and cleaned every single day! Guests receive heavily reduced prices to the hot pools and all day access.
The resort boasts a professional and elegantspa that has a range of treatments for those looking for a pampering. There are romantic getaway packages available for couples bundled with treatments and accommodation. Body wraps and scrubs, facials, massages, pedicures and the ever popular fassage (a combination of a facial and a massage!).
The resort is brilliant for families (check out our reviews) as there is lots of open space for children to run around, activities to keep them busy; a brightly coloured themed playground, a giant jumping cushion, trampoline, volleyball net, board games but best of all the hot mineral spa pools! Kids absolutely love splashing around in the pools; there is a warm interactive playground, a huge dragon water slide and a giant chess game. Children are literally entertained for hours.
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Overnight Camping Site CostWhat is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Premium Camping Top quality facilities, powered sites and hot showers can be expected. Price is per person per night, based on a powered site for two people. |
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Overnight Stay RulesWhat are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping and any vehicle You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle. |
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Campsite Managing OrganisationWhat type of organisation operates this campsite? Owner Operated Campsite This campground is independently operated by the owner. |
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Payment RequirementIs there a cost for this experience or is it free? Paid access/participation The experience costs money to access or take part in. |
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Rubbish DisposalWhat facilities are provided for the disposal of household rubbish? Mixed Recycling (plastic, cans, glass) This location provides the facility to dispose of recyclable household items. Generally this includes small plastic, glass and metal items. |
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Dump StationDump stations allow the safe disposal of sewage and greywater from self-contained vehicles. Does this site have a dump station? Dump station available There is a dump station available at this location for the safe emptying and disposal of waste water from recreational vehicles. |
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Booking RequiredIs it necessary to book a campsite in advance in order to stay overnight? First Come, First Served Sites are allocated in a first come, first served basis. Get in early for the best spot. |
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Powered SitesDoes this establishment have powered sites? Powered sites available This campsite offers powered sites to hook into an electricity supply. |
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Large Vehicle AccessCan large vehicles such as motorhomes, housebuses and caravans gain access? Large vehicle accessible The site is accessible with large vehicles such as motorhomes and 5th wheelers. |
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CabinsDoes this holiday park have a cabin (no kitchen or en suite)? Cabins available This location offers cabins for rental accommodation. |
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Cabin with KitchenDoes this holiday park have cabins with a kitchen? Cabins with kitchen available This location offers cabins with a kitchen for rental accommodation. |
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En Suite UnitsDoes this holiday park have units with an en suite? En-suite units available This location offers en-suite units for rental accommodation. |
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Self Contained UnitsDoes this holiday park have self contained units? Self-contained units available This location offers self-contained units for rental accommodation. |
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Park MotelsDoes this holiday park have park motels? Park motels available This location offers park motels for rental accommodation. |
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On Site CaravansDoes this holiday park offer on-site caravans as accommodation? No on-site caravans This location does not offer on-site caravans for rental accommodation. |
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Non-powered SitesDoes this holiday park offer non-powered sites? Non-powered sites available This site offers non-powered camp sites. |
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DogsDoes this establishment allow dogs? Dogs allowed The location allows dogs. There may be conditions that may be met eg. dogs must be on a leash. Permitted in off peak season, not in school public holidays. Not permitted in accommodations. |
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Conference FacilitiesDoes this establishment offer conference facilities? No conference facilities This establishment does not offer conference facilities. |
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Vehicle AccessCan vehicles drive in? Vehicle accessible This location is accessible in a vehicle. |
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WiFi InternetWhat type of WiFi internet access is available? Free Customer WiFi There is free WiFi internet access available for paying customers only. |
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Campfire RulesWhat are the rules for open air fires? Fires prohibited There is a total fire ban -no fires are permitted. |
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Local OwnershipHow locally owned and operated is this business? Locally owned and operated A small company with one (or maybe a few) places of business. |
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ToiletIs there a toilet available? Public toilet There are toilet facilities available to the general public. |
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Rubbish DisposalWhat facilities are provided for the disposal of household rubbish? Trash (large bags) This location provides the facility to dispose of large bags of household rubbish. |
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✓ Clean and well-maintained facilities
✓ Discounted access to hot pools
✓ Friendly and helpful staff
✓ Good location with views
✓ Quiet spots available
𐄂 Sites can be small/tight for large vehicles
𐄂 A bit expensive
Perfect!!!
9 because of the price because it's Taupo?!?!
Nice staff and great location.
Really nice.
Friendly staff.
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4.5/5
Really nice.
All commodities are super clean and new.
Just a bit expensive.
Reviewed about 1 year ago
Customer
4.5/5
Nice site, but a bit too small for our 7,5m camper.
Great and clean facilities.
Thermal (hot) pools on a discounted price available, which was quite nice while it was pretty chill on our stay.
Reviewed about 1 year ago
Customer
4.0/5
$35 per person - great amenities (hot shower, kitchen, power).
Hot pools and regular pool are extra fees.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
4.0/5
Great facilities, spot we got was near the entrance but big and quiet enough.
Lovely view from the park when the sun goes down. We didn't had time for it but you get a discount when you want to use the spa pools.
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
I camped here for one night in a tent.
I arrived late and it was rather busy, but the staff were accommodating and found me a spot in an overflow area.
The kitchen had microwaves, hobs, ovens, water boiler, fridge. There were no communal pans, cutlery, crockery though. The bathrooms were spotless (very clean indeed) and had free to use hairdryers.
The price is a little more than other campsites (I can’t remember the exact price for one person to camp, it may have been $28). You get half price entry into the thermal pools ($14 for one adult) if you stay in the park, which are a great experience and well worth it.
It’s also right next to a Marriott hotel with a restaurant and bar, their terrace has a nice view over lake Taupo.
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
The best place we've tried so far.
All accomodities are great. Showers, Toilets, laundry, wifi... Two thumbs up !
Reviewed about 2 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Clean nice facilities very clean showers toilets cannot fault this camping hotpools friendly and not to expansive so we will be back😁
Reviewed almost 3 years ago
Customer
0.5/5
We reserved a powered site on this park.
The parking for our motorhome was very tight. We hardly slept because it was beside a highway so you can hear every car passing by. The set up of the bathroom is a deal breaker because the hot water button is outside the shower door which they set for 6 minutes. It means you have to push the button before you undress for shower and if you are not finished showering for 6 minutes the water will suddenly get cold. You can to wrap yourself up with a towel to open the shower door to push the hot water button again. Kitchen was small but clean. We went on a shoulder season so not to crowded in this place but if its summer then this place wont have enough space since their amenities for the Holiday park is too small.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
2.0/5
Camped for 3 nights in tent.
Didn't do my research well but these details weren't on the site as information before booking. The suburb or place the camp part is in is called "Hilltop" so it's terribly windy and not good of you're in a tent. The camping ground is right in the flight path of the airport, and the ground to pitch tents in the powered area is hard. Toilets and showers are unisex but good.
Reviewed about 3 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Really nice.
All commodities are super clean and new.
Just a bit expensive.
Reviewed about 1 year ago
Customer
4.5/5
Nice site, but a bit too small for our 7,5m camper.
Great and clean facilities.
Thermal (hot) pools on a discounted price available, which was quite nice while it was pretty chill on our stay.
Reviewed about 1 year ago
Customer
4.0/5
$35 per person - great amenities (hot shower, kitchen, power).
Hot pools and regular pool are extra fees.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
0.5/5
We reserved a powered site on this park.
The parking for our motorhome was very tight. We hardly slept because it was beside a highway so you can hear every car passing by. The set up of the bathroom is a deal breaker because the hot water button is outside the shower door which they set for 6 minutes. It means you have to push the button before you undress for shower and if you are not finished showering for 6 minutes the water will suddenly get cold. You can to wrap yourself up with a towel to open the shower door to push the hot water button again. Kitchen was small but clean. We went on a shoulder season so not to crowded in this place but if its summer then this place wont have enough space since their amenities for the Holiday park is too small.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
4.0/5
Great facilities, spot we got was near the entrance but big and quiet enough.
Lovely view from the park when the sun goes down. We didn't had time for it but you get a discount when you want to use the spa pools.
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
I camped here for one night in a tent.
I arrived late and it was rather busy, but the staff were accommodating and found me a spot in an overflow area.
The kitchen had microwaves, hobs, ovens, water boiler, fridge. There were no communal pans, cutlery, crockery though. The bathrooms were spotless (very clean indeed) and had free to use hairdryers.
The price is a little more than other campsites (I can’t remember the exact price for one person to camp, it may have been $28). You get half price entry into the thermal pools ($14 for one adult) if you stay in the park, which are a great experience and well worth it.
It’s also right next to a Marriott hotel with a restaurant and bar, their terrace has a nice view over lake Taupo.
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
The best place we've tried so far.
All accomodities are great. Showers, Toilets, laundry, wifi... Two thumbs up !
Reviewed about 2 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Clean nice facilities very clean showers toilets cannot fault this camping hotpools friendly and not to expansive so we will be back😁
Reviewed almost 3 years ago
Customer
2.0/5
Camped for 3 nights in tent.
Didn't do my research well but these details weren't on the site as information before booking. The suburb or place the camp part is in is called "Hilltop" so it's terribly windy and not good of you're in a tent. The camping ground is right in the flight path of the airport, and the ground to pitch tents in the powered area is hard. Toilets and showers are unisex but good.
Reviewed about 3 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Stayed 2 nights in DeBretts camping park and had a powered site for our camper van.
The park was pretty much empty so we could choose a spot and the sites were well separated by well cared for hedges and trees.
The park is at the pricier end of the range, but you get discounts to the wonderful hot pools and de bretts baths just a short walk away.
The camp ground is extremely well maintained, the staff very polite and helpful and the location great with views of the lake and mountains.
The top marks from us go to the showers and kitchen areas. Immaculately maintained, everything is new and works well and all in excellent and very hygienic condition.
We were very glad we stayed here.
Reviewed about 3 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Tidy nice grounds.
Clean and tidy bathrooms, toilets, kitchen and dining area. Also a sheltered outdoor BBQ and dining area. Showers are timed for six minutes but are free. Laundry facilities are good ($4 per load to wash, and increments of $1 for drying depending on how long you want to dry). The hot pool resort on site is nice - you still have to pay entry but it's $11 per adult instead of $22, and you can use the private hot pools. The walk downhill and into town along Taupo lake is nice and takes about half an hour (we Ubered back up). The only downside is the cost - we paid $52 for two people for a powered site, however we felt it was worth it for a good rest and recharge/shower/do laundry stop
Reviewed over 3 years ago
Customer
3.5/5
Great showers and clean kitchen.
Fast wifi. Ither than that, not that beautiful camp ground, a road close by and pretty expensive. The water slides cost extra to the extra entry of the hot spring and the kids need to be 8 and older.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
Customer
3.5/5
Very pricey, especially considering that you have to pay extra for using the hot pools.
A bit on the noisy side near the road.
Booked a camp site and when we arrived there was a bunch of cut grass bags on the site. Also broken beer bottle pieces all over the site. Had to first pick all those up before pitching our tent. The ground is really hard and stoney. Not so nice for tenting.
Facilities are first class. Beautiful unisex bathrooms. Showers 6 minutes with a button on the outside of the shower.
Hot pools were very nice. One has to unfortunately pay extra again to use the slides. Children's area was unfortunately not in working order. Apparently there was something wrong with the pipes. Would have been nice to get a discount for the kids because they could not use the area.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
Customer
3.0/5
Nice place, but at $58 for two adults they should offer more inclusions.
To have the advertised experience you have to pay additional ($11 per head) if you want to use the thermal pools. There's not even a swimming pool available unless you splash out for the 'discounted' water park and spa.
Also overheard a staff member mocking a potential guest who requested a better deal for their stay while I was booking... unprofessional at best.
Facilities were great with heated bathrooms, but again there should not be timers on the showers (limits you to 6 minutes) at that price point. Camp sites are also quite close to the road to Nelson, so there's some traffic noise.
Would recommend finding somewhere better priced and using the beautiful natural spring at the Thermal Park which is free!
Could be a great experience if they sorted out the exorbitant cost... won't be back until they do.
Reviewed over 5 years ago
Customer
4.0/5
Stayed in a 2 bedroom flat, lots of space, tiny kitchen, pools not included in your booking price so a bit expensive for what you get.
Free wifi, hot showers but not well set out with the whole bathroom wet once your finished. Good location 3 min drive from town up a steep hill.
Reviewed almost 6 years ago
Customer
4.0/5
Very expensive, but tidy and a lot of facilities, spa is not included, friendly staff
Reviewed almost 6 years ago
Customer
0.5/5
Crooks.
Not only it is highly expensive, but you have to pay in addition for the swimming pool (I don’t mean the spa). The woman at the pool was unfriendly and inflexible. Spoiled by tourists, find better places which deserve your money.
Reviewed about 6 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Good place to stay and relax.
New shower and toilet block. All clean. Hot showers. Music is playing. Kitchen with enough sinks and cooking places. Nice BBQ area outside. Friendly and helpful staff. We didn't use the thermal bath. We stayed 2 nights with our motorhome.
Reviewed over 6 years ago
Customer
1.5/5
We got the last cabin (school holidays) and we were most disappointed at what we got for the price.
Paid $97, we got 1/2 a 2 bed-room cabin. Basically they locked the door between the rooms and passed it off as a separate cabin. Our neighbours got a double bed, microwave and fridge, we got a bunk and a single bed, table and a tiny TV. No sink, no fridge, no cooking facilities or microwave, just barely room enough to swing a cat. Mattresses were foam and very uncomfortable. Just to put it into perspective, the night before at Rotorua we paid the same price for a 2 bedroom cabin, toilet and shower, electric cook-top, fridge, microwave, double bed and bunks. The rest of the facility was first class, cleanest toilets and kitchen I saw in 3 weeks in NZ, you also get $11 off per person nearby at the hot pools.
Reviewed over 6 years ago
Customer
4.0/5
- close to a big Street (sometimes noisy) - clean campsite with some greenery - Kinderspielplatz - a bit cramped - great BBQ - great kitchen (clean, spacious, cleaning Material) - great toilets
, very clean, underfloor heating, hairdrier, soap,
- Café at reception
- reception friendly but forgetful
- Discount for thermal pool
- unlimited wifi
- too pricey: 26 ppn, 2nd night 14ppn
- not so cool: no price difference between unpowered and powered site
Reviewed over 6 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Small sites, reasonably separated by hedges.
Toilets and showers were very new, heated and extremely clean.
Reviewed about 7 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Nice place!
Extremely clean and modern (unisex) facilities! Free WiFi, free hot showers. Next to our parking site was a colourfully lit tree giving a nice atmosphere in the evening. A powered site for 2 cost $54.
Reviewed over 7 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Nice staff and great location.
The pools are great and we spend a couple of very rainy days here. You can even select your exact spot online. Bathrooms are unisex.
Reviewed over 7 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
9 because of the price because it's Taupo?!?!
The camp ground is nice and a mix out of camper, tents and cabins. The pitches are different sizes and all separated by hedges. The unisex bathroom (toilet/shower) is clean but very crowded. Kitchen is good equipped but we didn't use it. The staff is very professional and friendly. The camp ground is next to a water park with thermal water. You will get discount as a camper. It was nice but crowded also.
Reviewed over 7 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
It's a good place in Taupo for backpackers if you stay longer than 3 days at the camping ground.
The kitchen facilities are good and you can take stuff from the reception. The toilets are clean in comparison to other places.
Reviewed about 8 years ago
Customer
2.0/5
It was the most expensive campground we stayed at ($80) for 2adults/2 kids).
It was very loud from the road, the sides where small and worst of all due to upgrading of the toilets there was just on facility for male and female together with 3 toilets and 3 showers for a large campground and they have been not very clean and the toilet seat was loose. The only good thing was the pool discount. The kids loved it.
Reviewed about 8 years ago
Customer
4.0/5
Could have been a 10 but when we stayed they were renovating the bathrooms...
building took priority over campers. Very hard to get past the scaffolding to use the bathrooms. Nice camp site and bonus cheap entry to the hot pools which were fantastic on a cold wet night.
Reviewed about 8 years ago
Customer
4.0/5
Friendly staff.
They let us choose our own spot. Spots have hedges but close to the road. You have a 50% discount on the spa which is great. Wifi is free but extremely slow. Kitchen and bathrooms are clean.
Reviewed over 8 years ago
Customer
3.0/5
The DeBrett spa pools were very nice and enjoyable.
The campground was fine but very dense and was the noisiest place we stayed in the entire 4 weeks we were in New Zealand. Upon arriving, they asked us is we would like any spa treatments and when we tried to book something, there was no availability for anything over the next 24 hours - not sure why they asked us and handed us a brochure at check in when they had nothing available - and this was April which is not a peak time of year... A good one time experience but would not ever return to.
Reviewed over 8 years ago
Customer