Rainbow Motel & Hot Pools - Turangi
-38.970729, 175.769861Overview
3-star motel with exclusive hot mineral pools in Turangi
Private Hot Pools & Spa
Rainbow Motel Tokaanu offers four private hot mineral pools, available 24/7 for guest use. The full-service spa includes a geothermal hot spring bath and sauna. Ten of the accommodations come with private plunge pools.
Self-Catering Rooms
Each unit at the Rainbow Motel & Hot Pools is a self-catering apartment with a fully equipped kitchen and living area. The Superior Apartment includes a kitchenette, dining space, and flat-screen TV. Central heating and cooling fans are provided in every room.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The motel sits a 3-minute drive from the Tongariro River and Lake Taupo, known for trout fishing. It is a 40-minute drive to Whakapapa ski area on Mt Ruapehu. The Tongariro Alpine Crossing trailhead is 10 minutes away by car.
Family & Outdoor Facilities
Rainbow Motel Tokaanu provides BBQ facilities with a dedicated outdoor picnic area. Ski storage is available for winter equipment. Ample off-street parking accommodates vehicles and recreational gear.
Services & Practical Info
The property offers a fish filleting room for anglers. Complimentary WiFi is accessible in all units. The motel provides smoke alarms and an invoice upon request.
- Hot Pools: 4 private mineral pools, open 24 hours
- Rooms: 10 self-catering units with private plunge pools
- Spa: Geothermal spa, hot spring bath, and sauna
- Location: 3 minutes from Tongariro River and Lake Taupo
- Winter: 40-minute drive to Whakapapa ski area
- Activities: Fish filleting room and ski storage
- Parking: Ample off-street parking for boats and trailers
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Garden view
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Shower
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Heating
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Ski storage
Sports & Fitness
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Hot spring bath
Room view
- Garden view
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Rainbow Motel & Hot Pools
| 💵 Lowest room price | 82 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 2.5 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 30.3 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Taupo, TUO |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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