Hey! Do you enjoy playing tennis on your vacation? I do, and when I travel I often try to find a nice hotel that has a court on site. To save some time, I've put together this list of hotels and resorts with tennis courts in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area. I hope you will like it!
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1 Millennium Hotel & Resort Manuels Taupo Taupo, New Zealand
Hotel. This Millennium Hotel and Resort is located right on the edge of Lake Taupo. It offers luxury accommodation and facilities that include a heated pool, sauna, gym and tennis court. Guests receive unlimited free WiFi. Most rooms have lake and mountain views and some come with private spa baths. They are all equipped with TV with 50 plus satellite channels, Wi-Fi, air conditioning and tea/coffee making facilities. Millennium Hotel & Resort Manuels Taupo has 2 restaurants that serve award-winning cuisine. The view of the sunset from the lakefront bar will be one of the highlights of your stay. Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 230 NZD.
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2 Hilton Lake Taupo Taupo, New Zealand
Hotel. Hilton Lake Taupo includes free pool and gym access and features views over Lake Taupo and is just minutes away from the town centre. It is a 15-minute drive from Taupo Airport. Enjoy a meal at the on-site Bistro Lago Restaurant and indulge in a menu created by chef Gareth Stewart. Relax with a refreshing beverage in the lounge bar. Hilton Lake Taupo boasts an outdoor thermally heated pool, hot tub and tennis courts with which to enjoy. Spacious rooms feature private balconies with views over the lake or the hotel pool and Thermal Springs. Each includes a LCD TV. Guests can visit the nearby Taupo Motor Sports Park, Kinloch Golf Club or try an exhilarating bungee jump or a trip by helicopter. Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 340 NZD.
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3 Wairakei Resort Taupo Taupo, New Zealand
Resort. Situated 10 minutes' drive north of Taupo, Wairakei Resort is surrounded by landscaped gardens and unique geothermal features. This family-friendly resort offers a luxury day spa and 9-hole golf course. Guests enjoy 1 GB of free WiFi per stay. Guests can relax in the spacious rooms, which feature a broadband connection. The spacious en suite bathrooms offer free toiletries. Wairakei Resort Taupo features 2 outdoor heated pools, 6 spa pools, squash and tennis courts and a fitness centre. WiFi access is available in public areas. Guests are provided with free secure parking on the grounds. Lake Taupo is a 10-minute drive from the resort. Taupo airport is a 16-minute drive away. Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around 126 NZD.
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4 Lakeland Resort Taupo Taupo, New Zealand
Hotel. Lakeland Resort is situated on the beautiful shores of Lake Taupo. Set on 2.8 acres of landscaped grounds, this resort boasts a tennis court, an on-site restaurant and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free on-site parking. These studios offer a 42-inch TV with limited Sky channels. They feature tea and coffee making facilities, a hairdryer, ironing facilities, and an en suite bathroom. The Lakeland Resort Taupo is situated on New Zealand's largest lake, which is renowned for trout fishing and scenery. It is just a 5-minute from Taupo town centre, and a 1-hour drive from Rotorua Airport. Lakeland Bar and Brasserie is open for breakfast daily and for dinner Monday to Saturday serving award winning wines and locally brewed craft beer. The property also features guest laundry facilities, 2 conference rooms, and ample off-street parking, which is situated beside the rooms. Guest review score 7.2, rooms from around 134 NZD.
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5 Central Park Motor Inn Taumarunui, New Zealand
Hotel. Set in Taumarunui, 7.1 km from Taringamotu Station, Central Park Motor Inn offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a spa centre. The accommodation provides room service and free WiFi. At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. All rooms are equipped with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms come with a kitchen equipped with an oven. At Central Park Motor Inn each room comes with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. Manunui is 7.4 km from Central Park Motor Inn, while Taringamotu is 8.7 km away. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 108 km from the hotel. The property provides guests with access to a tennis court. Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around 201 NZD.
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6 Omaka Lodge Taumarunui, New Zealand
Bed and Breakfast. Situated down New Zealand's incredible Forgotten World Highway is Omaka Lodge, a 5-star boutique bed and breakfast set amongst several acres of beautiful country gardens. It is a 7-minute drive from Taumarunui and a 1-hour drive from Mount Ruapehu. Omaka Lodge offers free WIFI, an outdoor pool and a tennis court. There are three guest bedrooms and a self-contained luxury suite that are beautifully decorated and air-conditioned. Two of the guest bedrooms have a private ensuite bathroom each, and the third has a private bathroom down the hallway. All rooms have a covered terrace. Guests can use an air-conditioned lounge area that has a flat-screen TV. The one bedroom self-contained luxury suite has an open plan kitchen, dining and living area. The suite boasts garden views. A free continental breakfast is available each day. A 2-course or 3-course dinner can be arranged for an additional charge, and must be requested at least 24 hours prior to arrival. Guest review score 9.9, rooms from around 303 NZD.
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7 The Village Resort Taupo, New Zealand
Motel. Located in Taupo, The Village Resort provides air-conditioned rooms and barbecue facilities. This property also provides guests with a children's playground. The property features an outdoor pool, hot tub and garden. All guest rooms at the motel feature an outdoor balcony or patio. Some apartments also offer sweeping views of Lake Taupo. At The Village Resort each room has a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Popular points of interest near The Village Resort include Lake Taupo Hole in One Challenge, Great Lake Convention Centre and Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 7 km from the motel. The property provides guests with access to a tennis court. Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 280 NZD.
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8 Oreti Village Resort Turangi, New Zealand
Aparthotel. Oreti Village Resort offers stylish apartments with private balcony, full kitchen and laundry, and views of Lake Taupo and the surrounding mountains. The restaurant features timber floors and open fireplaces. Boasting a stunning lakefront location on 5 acres of Lake Taupo’s southern shores, Oreti Apartments Lake Taupo features a seasonal indoor swimming pool and an on-site tennis court. Each apartment includes 2 bathrooms, central heating and private car parking. Guests can cater for themselves or dine in Oreti Restaurant, which specialises in local cuisine and has an extensive wine list. The restaurant is open for dinner Wednesday to Sunday from 18:00 (closed Monday and Tuesday) and reservations are essential. Tongariro National Park is a 30-minute drive from Oreti Village Resort. The shops and restaurants of Turangi town centre are 15 minutes’ drive away. It is a 45-minute drive to Taupo Airport. Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 330 NZD.
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9 Quality Suites Huka Falls Taupo, New Zealand
Motel. Set amongst 7 hectares of landscaped gardens and a vineyard, Quality Suites Huka Falls features a swimming pool, tennis courts and a restaurant. All rooms include satellite TV and a balcony or patio. Guests enjoy free unlimited WiFi per room per day. Quality Suites Huka Falls is a 3-minute drive from Lake Taupo and Taupo town centre. Huka Falls is a 2-minute drive, and Taupo Airport is a 10-minute drive away. Facilities include a petanque court, volleyball court. Cafe Pinot offers private function facilities for groups between 20 and 160 people. You can enjoy the beautiful outlook over the Pinot Noir Vineyard, the most historic 110-years Fletcher's Church which is one of the earliest buildings in Taupo, the Taupo Township, and out to Mt Tauhara. All accommodation includes rooms with a private bathroom, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Suites and villas with kitchenette facilities and a bathtub are also available. BBQ facilities are available for an additional charge. Guest review score 7.4, rooms from around 188 NZD.
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10 Oasis Beach Resort Taupo, New Zealand
Motel. Situated on the shores of Lake Taupo, the Oasis Resort features a large heated swimming pool, indoor and outdoor spa pools, and a tennis court. Guests can choose from 2 on-site restaurants. Each air-conditioned room features a refrigerator and a TV with over 50 satellite channels. All rooms have views of the courtyard, pool or lake. Rooms with cooking facilities are available. Oasis Beach Resort Taupo is located on Waipahihi Bay, less than 10 minutes’ drive from Taupo town centre. Taupo Airport is only 5 km away. Beach Brasserie is located on the beach, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Edgewater Restaurant offers elegant dining with friendly service right on the lakefront. Oasis Beach Resort offers free off-street parking and free Wi-Fi. Conference facilities are also available. Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around 225 NZD.
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11 Motuoapa Bay Holiday Park Turangi, New Zealand
Holiday park. Whether you are looking to stay in a self-contained apartment or in a more unique accommodation type such as a retro kombi, a boat shed or a boat house themed bungalow, Motuoapa Bay Holiday Park has all 4, and most have lake views. Motuoapa Bay Holiday Park is located in Turangi, just 5 minutes’ drive from Tauranga Taupo and 12 minutes’ drive from Tokaanu Thermal Pools. A free shuttle service is available. At this beachfront holiday park guests have access to a shared kitchen, lounge/TV area, mini-market, a children’s playground and free WiFi. Free bicycle hire is available to cycle around the area. All accommodation has heating, a tea/coffee maker and both laundry and ironing facilities. The apartments have a fully equipped kitchen, balcony and private bathrooms. You can go hiking, fishing, cycling and participate in a variety of water sport activities in the surrounding areas. The property provides guests with access to a tennis court. Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 80 NZD.
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12 Parklands Motorlodge & Holiday Park Turangi, New Zealand
Holiday park. Offering accommodation with free Wi-Fi, Parklands Motorlodge & Holiday Park is located near the popular trout fishing waters of the Tongariro River, in the shadow of the Mt. Pihanga Volcano. The Parklands Motorlodge & Holiday Park offers self-contained one-bedroom apartments with a kitchenette and satellite TV. Wholesome food is served at the popular Parklands' onsite eatery. Guests who catch trout during fishing trips can have it prepared by the in-house chef. Open from 6PM Mon - Sat (excluding public holidays) Activities such as fly fishing, whitewater rafting and scenic flights can all be booked at the front desk. Mt. Ruapehu’s Whakapapa Ski Resort is 35 minutes' drive away. The popular Tongariro Alpine Crossing and the Tokaanu Thermal Pools are only minutes away. The Parklands Motorlodge & Holiday Park is 40 km from central Taupo and the Taupo Airport. Free parking is available. The property provides guests with access to a tennis court. Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 201 NZD.
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13 The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge Taupo, New Zealand
Lodge. Featuring an on-site tennis court, The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge is located in Taupo. Each spacious suites offers elegant décor and some provide views of the surrounding alpine area. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free breakfast daily. The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge is 10 minutes’ drive from Huka Falls and 15 minutes’ drive from Formula Challenge Racing. Orakei Korako Geothermal Park & Cave is 35 minutes’ drive away. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. They offer tea and coffee making facilities and a refrigerator. Some rooms feature a balcony and a relaxing spa bath. The private bathroom includes a shower and a hairdryer. Towels and linen are provided. Some rooms offer picturesque viws of surrounding mountains and lake. The property features a games room with a billiards table. It offers a sun terrace and a shared lounge area with a TV. Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around 605 NZD.
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14 Huka Lodge Taupo, New Zealand
Lodge. Set on 17 acres of countryside on the banks of the Waikato River, Huka Lodge boasts an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court, free airport transfers and a spa pool. It offers air-conditioned suites with a private terrace and lovely river views. All suites feature a minibar, an electric kettle and a coffee machine. Each suite has a separate dressing room, bathrobes and slippers. The bathroom includes a bathtub, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Huka Lodge is just 10 minutes’ walk from the famous Huka Falls, and 5 minutes’ drive from Wairakei International Golf Course. Taupo Airport is a 15-minute drive away. You can play a game of croquet, or explore the area using the free mountain bikes. The property also features a library, a terrace and massage services. Guest review score 9.7
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15 The Point Luxury Villa Taupo, New Zealand
Holiday home. Situated in a private estate overlooking the blue waters of Lake Taupo, The Point Luxury Villa is a holiday home featuring a spacious terrace, garden and views of Mount Rapehu. The property is just 10 minutes’ drive from Taupo town centre. Free private parking for up to 4 cars is available. Situated amongst native trees and the landscaped grounds, the luxurious villa offers 5 large bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and an open-plan dining, kitchen and living area with an open fireplace and 10-seater dining table. There are 3 flat-screen TV's and a sound system throughout the entire house. Also included is a fully-equipped kitchen in which guests can self-cater or request the services of a personal chef. The Villa also features lake views from every room. All bed linen and towels are included. On-site facilities at The Point Luxury Villa include 2 tennis courts, private boat ramps and a helipad. The area is popular for skiing and fishing. There are two 18-hole championship golf courses within a 15-minute drive from The Point Luxury Villa, while Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley is 8 km from the property. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including canoeing and hiking. Taupo Airport 20 km from The Point Luxury Villa. Guest review score 9.7
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16 The Point Villas Taupo, New Zealand
Lodge. The Point Villas are situated in a private estate overlooking the blue waters of Lake Taupo, just 10 minutes’ drive from Taupo town centre. Each villa has its own private mineral heated swimming pool. Situated amongst native trees and the landscaped grounds, these villas at The Point Taupo are spacious and elegant, with expanses of glass opening onto wide terraces with lake views. The interiors feature wood furniture, leather lounge suites, open gas fireplaces and a collection of local artworks. Each has a beautifully equipped kitchen in which guests can self-cater or request the services of a personal chef. Both villas have 2 large bedrooms with superbly appointed en suite bathrooms and floor-to-ceiling glass windows that allow guests to enjoy the sensation of bathing within the native landscape. There is a helipad available for guests. Taupo has 2 world-renowned 18-hole championship golf courses and offers world-class trout fishing. On-site facilities include kayaks, tennis courts, croquet and petanque. Guest review score 9.7
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17 House near skifield, Ruapehu, Tongariro Crossing ,Motuoapa & Taupo Turangi, New Zealand
Holiday home. Featuring a garden and a terrace, House near skifield, Ruapehu, Tongariro Crossing, Motuoapa & Taupo offers accommodation in Turangi with free WiFi and lake views. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, skiing and tennis. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. A children's playground is available for guests to use at the holiday home. Great Lake Convention Centre is 41 km from House near skifield, Ruapehu, Tongariro Crossing, Motuoapa & Taupo, while Taupo Events Centre is 44 km from the property. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 35 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.6
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18 Studio Cottage - Walk to the Lake & Town Taupo, New Zealand
Apartment. Featuring a garden and a terrace, Studio Cottage - Walk to the Lake & Town features accommodation in Taupo with free WiFi and garden views. Boasting free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and tennis. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a bath or shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park is 37 km from the apartment, while Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley is 37 km from the property. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 8 km from Studio Cottage - Walk to the Lake & Town. Guest review score 9.5
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19 Turangi Home Family Size Taupo, New Zealand
Holiday home. Featuring a garden, a terrace, and a tennis court, Turangi Home Family Size features accommodation in Taupo with free WiFi and garden views. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, skiing and windsurfing. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options. A barbecue is available on site and cycling can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home. Mount Ruapehu is 48 km from Turangi Home Family Size, while Taranaki Falls is 48 km from the property. The nearest airport is Taupo, 44 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 451 NZD.
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20 Mercy of Lake Taupo Taupo, New Zealand
Holiday home. Featuring a garden, a terrace, and barbecue facilities, Mercy of Lake Taupo features accommodation in Taupo with free WiFi and lake views. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as skiing, cycling and tennis. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a bath or shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park is 40 km from the holiday home, while Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley is 40 km from the property. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 6 km from Mercy of Lake Taupo. Guest review score 8.4
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21 Tongariro Lodge Turangi, New Zealand
Lodge. Tongariro Lodge is located in 22 acres of secluded grounds, surrounded by a beautiful garden landscape and along the banks of Tongariro River. The guest rooms feature modern interiors with a rustic touch. All rooms are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, heating and TV. The lodge has a guest lounge with chess sets and a library. There is also a helicopter pad, a tennis court and a petanque court. Free parking is provided. Tongariro Lodge Restaurant specializes in traditional New Zealand dishes, including roast pork belly, Black Angus fillet steak and Mount Cook salmon. Guests can enjoy their meals by an open fire. Turangi Tongariro Lodge is a 30-minute drive from Mount Ruapehu and Taupo Airport. Tongariro National Park is a 45-minute drive away. Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 249 NZD.
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22 Centennial House Taupo Taupo, New Zealand
Holiday home. Boasting free bikes, a garden, and a terrace, Centennial House Taupo provides accommodation in Taupo with free WiFi and mountain views. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, skiing and cycling. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 10 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 8 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. A flat-screen TV with cable channels, Blu-ray player and PS3, as well as a laptop and a CD player are provided. Ski storage space can be found at the holiday home, along with a barbecue. Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park is 36 km from Centennial House Taupo, while Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley is 36 km away. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 9 km from the accommodation. The property provides guests with access to a tennis court. Guest review score 9.7
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23 The Homestead Taupo, New Zealand
Holiday home. Featuring a terrace and free shuttle service, The Homestead is in a prime location in Taupo, 41 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park and 41 km from Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley. This holiday home features a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. A car rental service is available at the holiday home, while skiing can be enjoyed nearby. Great Lake Convention Centre is 6.8 km from The Homestead, while Huka Prawn Park is 8.2 km away. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 14 km from the accommodation. The property provides guests with access to a tennis court. Guest review score 9.7
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24 Acacia Bay Taupo, New Zealand
Apartment. Set in Taupo in the Waikato region and Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park reachable within 38 km, Acacia Bay offers accommodation with free WiFi, BBQ facilities, a garden and free private parking. The accommodation features a hot tub. Fitted with a patio, the units feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower. A fridge, a microwave and toaster are also featured in the kitchen, as well as a kettle. The apartment offers a hot tub. A terrace is available on site and both hiking and fishing can be enjoyed within close proximity of Acacia Bay. Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley is 38 km from the accommodation, while Great Lake Convention Centre is 5.8 km away. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 13 km from Acacia Bay. The property provides guests with access to a tennis court. Guest review score 9.0
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