

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
A boutique lakefront retreat with outstanding dining and access to Taupo's activities.
Lying on the shore of Lake Taupo, with magnificent views over the water, this welcoming hotel is a pleasant half an hour stroll along the lakefront from the centre of town. It boasts fine facilities including two award-winning restaurants. The charming Edgewater Restaurant offers superb award-winning cuisine accompanied by an excellent wine list whilst the Beach Brasserie offers a relaxed setting with à la carte and buffet options. The Lakefront Bar is the perfect spot to watch boats bobbing on the water and enjoy spectacular sunsets over the lake and Central Plateau mountains. Other facilities include an outdoor heated swimming pool, unique grotto plunge pool, tennis court, fitness centre and sauna. Renowned for its hot springs and the roaring Huka Falls, Taupo offers a plethora of activities including golf, trout fishing, wind-surfing, jet-boating, trekking, sky-diving and bungey-jumping. The Hidden Valley, a geothermal wonderland with boiling mud pools and geysers, is just 25 minutes away. The rooms each feature air-conditioning, a flat-screen television, DVD player, Wi-Fi (extra cost) and shower. Standard Rooms have pool views. Standard Lakeview Rooms have a balcony and views of the town and lake. Superior Rooms are larger studios comprising two double rooms and feature a balcony with lake and mountain views, ideal for small families. Superior Poolside Rooms feature a large corner spa bath and offer direct access to the pool, sauna, grotto and fitness centre. Superior Lakefront Rooms feature a large corner spa bath and offer easy lake access and stunning lake views. Junior Suites have either a spa bath or a monsoon shower for two and superb lake and mountain views.
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
Why our experts like it
We've done the exploring, asked the locals, made the mistakes, and found the gems... so you don't have to start from scratch! These are the bits we think you'll love the most. Think of it as travel advice from a friend who just got back and can't wait to tell you everything.

If you love French cuisine, look no further than La Belle Vie

An incredible way to kick off your Maldives holiday
“There's something pretty special about travelling by seaplane. The view from the sky is extraordinary - tiny specs of island and shades of blue that barely look real.”


The iconic, mile-long sandbank
Perfect for isolated sunbathing, dramatic photoshoots, and watching breathtaking Maldivian sunsets.

Snorkelling and diving isn't the only way to catch sight of the underwater world
“If snorkelling and diving isn't for you, it's possible to catch a glimpse of the reef from a glass-bottomed boat instead.”


Kids club at Niva Kuramathi Maldives
Supervised activities through the day, so younger guests get their own adventure while you get a quiet hour by the water.
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
We book this hotel the way you want it
This Maldives hotel is perfect on its own, but add Sri Lanka, Dubai or the Seychelles and it becomes something even better. Discover our multi-centre holidays and make paradise last longer.
Food & drink
2 restaurants, bar



Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
Things to do nearby
Curated experiences to help you do more, see more, or simply switch off while you're here.

Private reef snorkelling tour

Half day windsurfing
Feel the wind fill your sail as you glide across the lagoon's calm, turquoise waters. A skilled instructor guides you through the basics.

Adaaran resort evening visit – dinner & alcohol

Whale shark and manta ray snorkelling tour

Sunset dolphin watching & night fishing
Watch dolphins play beside your boat as the sky glows orange at dusk. Then cast a line under the stars for a relaxed night of traditional fishing.

Private sandbank picnic

Discover scuba diving
A first-timer's guided dive on the house reef, with all equipment and a PADI instructor one-to-one.

Sunset champagne cruise
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
There is more than one way to do this trip
A match made in paradise
This hotel is perfect on its own, but add a second destination and it becomes something even better. Discover our multi-centre holidays and make paradise last longer.
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
In the area
Right on the shore of Lake Taupo and a half hour walk from the shops, restaurants and bars in town. 3½ hours from Auckland airport and 15 minutes from Taupo airport.

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
Trip ideas
You've come this far - and the world has more to offer. Why not pair Niva Kuramathi with another island, add a stopover in Dubai on the way for city lights and desert skies, or extend to Sri Lanka for tea, temples and safari? Below you'll find our recommendations for maximising your time away...


Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
When to visit
Whether you're chasing guaranteed sunshine or don't mind a little rain with your relaxation, here's how the weather stacks up throughout the year. Use the chart below to find your perfect window, or just pick whenever suits you best, paradise doesn't really have a bad season.
| Measurement | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Average temp | 16°C | 16°C | 14°C | 12°C | 9°C | 7°C | 6°C | 7°C | 8°C | 10°C | 12°C | 14°C |
| Average rainfall | 110mm | 60mm | 75mm | 125mm | 220mm | 175mm | 150mm | 175mm | 200mm | 195mm | 210mm | 215mm |
| Average price | £4,746pp | £4,992pp | £4,149pp | £4,222pp | £4,827pp | £4,835pp | £5,104pp | £5,176pp | £5,176pp | £5,129pp | £3,958pp | £3,958pp |
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
Current offers
Savings worth having on the departures we think are worth taking. Every offer below applies to this hotel — check each one for the dates and conditions that come with it.

Save up to £300pp
Based on selected departures in September 2026

Save up to 25% when you book by 6th July
Based on selected departures in September 2026

Save up to 35% + complimentary meal upgrade
Based on 20th July 2026 departure

Free half-board upgrade
Based on selected departures in October 2026

Stay 7 nights, pay for 6
Based on selected departures in November 2026

Save up to £200pp on honeymoons
Based on selected departures in January 2027

Complimentary spa treatment for two
Based on stays of 7 nights or more

Free kids' places
Based on selected departures in August 2026
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Great offers on Niva Kuramathi Maldives
Escape to Niva Kuramathi and enjoy exclusive savings on your Maldives getaway.
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Maldives pairs really well with other destinations, from Dubai to Sri Lanka.
View multi-centresGood to know
- Includes flights, baggage, and private transfers to and from your hotel
- Total flight time ~ 7 hrs
- Total transfer time ~ 2 hrs
- Overnight in Malé may apply (subject to flights & transfers)
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
Questions? Sorted.
Do I need a visa to visit the Maldives?
British passport holders are issued a free 30-day visitor visa on arrival. You'll need a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a confirmed onward ticket and proof of your accommodation booking.
When is the best time to visit the Maldives?
November to April is the dry season, with the most reliable sunshine and calmest seas. May to October brings shorter rain showers, lower prices and better surf.
What currency is used in the Maldives, and do I need cash?
The local currency is the Maldivian rufiyaa, but resorts price and bill in US dollars and take major cards. Most guests never need cash — a small amount is handy for tipping.
Is the Maldives good for honeymoons outside peak season?
Yes. Off-peak brings noticeably lower rates and quieter islands, and rain tends to come in short bursts rather than all day. Many resorts add honeymoon extras during these months.
What activities are there for older kids and teens in the Maldives?
Most resorts run watersports centres with windsurfing, kayaking and paddleboarding, plus PADI dive courses from around age ten. Snorkelling safaris, sandbank trips and night fishing all suit older children.
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo
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