Oreti Apartments, Pukawa

Oreti Village Resort is situated on the waterfront at Pukawa Bay, on the southern shores of Lake Taupo, offering tranquil bush and water/mountain range views. The resort features 26 individually furnished apartments, each with a private balcony, full kitchen including full-sized refrigerator/freezer and oven, two bathrooms, central heating, and private car parking. Amenities include complimentary wireless internet access, a seasonal outdoor pool (closed April 1st to November 1st), an outdoor tennis court, a picnic area, a business center, luggage storage, laundry facilities, a conference center, meeting rooms, and free self parking. The on-site restaurant, featuring timber floors and open fireplaces, serves local cuisine and offers an extensive wine list; it is open Wednesday to Sunday for dinner (closed Monday and Tuesday), and reservations are recommended. A bar/lounge is also available (closed Monday and Tuesday). The resort is a 3-minute drive from Lake Taupo, 8 minutes from Tokaanu Thermal Pools, and a short drive from various attractions including Tongariro National Park (15.4 km/9.6 mi), Tongariro Alpine Crossing (38 km/23.6 mi), and Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre (15.5 km/9.7 mi). Taupo Airport (TUO) is 58.9 km/36.6 mi away.