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Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

5.0 of 5
Napier Taupo Highway | PO Box 513, Taupo, New Zealand
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4.0 of 5 stars 71 Reviews
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What travellers say about this Speciality lodging
  • Good value(4)
  • Private pool(3)
  • Staff were friendly(3)
  • Motel unit(3)
  • Very clean(3)
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Whitestarlion
Old Warden
Contributor
17 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012 NEW

I didn't stay at DeBretts, but did spend a day in heaven at their amazing spa. Naturally hot water cascades into beautiful pools which are cleaned daily, so NOT chlorinated, but rich in minerals nutritious to the skin. A beautiful location. I'd have given 5 (or 10!) stars, but was bothered by the loud and absolutely tasteless music piped over... More

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Gayle B
Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012 NEW

had a wonderful stay staff very friendly.nice breakfast.nice to know somethings do not get changed to much have been on many overseas trips and several cruises and dollar for dollar debretts is very good value.did not find the distance to taupo at all bad or the lake unless you have elderly with you.the chalet we were in was large enough... More

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Anna L
Watamu, Kenya
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17 reviews
2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

The spa pools have been around for a long time and could do with a make over, although they staff were friendly. We stayed with our campervan and it felt like we were all packed in like sardines. Had the usual amenities expected, laundry, token kiddies play park, cooking, showers/toilets. More

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OnlyStayInTopRated
Sydney
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19 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

We stayed in one of the three new lakeside villas. They were filled with everything to make for an exceptional night and would make for a very comfortable long term visit. The view is amazing, although be warned that it is too far to walk to any of Taupo and several km from the lake. On the map it looked... More

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thingyjiggle
VIC
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17 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

We stayed for two nights in a campervan using a powered site. The bathroom facilities were above average, clean and fairly new in our area. The thermal pools were great and we actually went twice, both evenings - though fairly busy we were able to find a quiet spot both nights and enjoyed it tremendously. Though the reception area is... More

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Sharon R
Melbourne, Australia
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3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

DeBretts provided a fantastic place for us to relax and refresh during our 17 day holiday across the South and North Islands. We stayed two nights in one of the motel rooms. The thermal pools were very relaxing and our two teenage daughters loved the water slide. We had a terrific package deal which included entry for all of us... More

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DandemanSYD
Sydney, Australia
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17 reviews
20 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

I was fairly disappointed by this holiday park. It came recommended by a friend but I found it to be lacking in almost any aspect considering it's hefty price tag. We paid $280 for one night in a cabin. It has to be admitted that the cabin (superiour) was nice and brand new. It featured a good kitchen, separate master... More

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CillaReviewer
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

Stayed with a couple of mates and their kids and stayed on the camping sites. 3 nights and 4 days. Was great fun, relaxing in the spa, spent time in the private spa rooms, amazing weather. If you Like the outdoors then this is the place for you. More

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Sarahthekiwi
Reviewer
4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

Weekend away was awesome, stayed in a cabin which was very clean and had everything we needed. We still had to use the communal facilities but these were ridiculously clean and well presented. Will definately stay again! More

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beejayrox
Sydney
Senior Contributor
25 reviews
18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012

We stayed in a Superior Lodge for 3 nights over new year. Unfortunately it rained solidly the entire time so any nice mountain views were not discernible. Fortunately the TV channels available were good, including Disney channel! From the advertising material it seemed like the hot pools were part of the resort however they are separate and an entry fee... More

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Jill Steele, Guest Relations Manager at Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort, responded to this review
16 January 2012

Hello Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us here at Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the Superior Lodge, they and our new Lake Villas are as you say very comfortable and modern and our hard working housekeeping team strive to always maintain a high standard of cleanliness and... More

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