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Acacia Lake View Motel, hotel in Taupo

Boasting an idyllic lake front setting, Acacia Lake View Motel offers free WiFi. Some rooms feature a balcony. All have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Everything was so cleanliness, great location right by the lake front.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
1,905 reviews
Price from
£80.70
per night
Ashbrook Motel Taupo, hotel in Taupo

Set in Taupo, 36 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, Ashbrook Motel Taupo offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star motel offers room service and a tour desk.

Really warm welcome, great room, facilities and location
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
1,084 reviews
Price from
£90.26
per night
Alpine Lake Motel, hotel in Taupo

Alpine Lake Motel offers modern self-contained accommodation in the centre of Taupo. The property features barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free car parking.

Nice clean rooms perfect for what I was after
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
1,383 reviews
Price from
£86.23
per night
Baycrest Thermal Lodge, hotel in Taupo

Offering panoramic views of Lake Taupo, the luxurious self catering apartments at Baycrest Thermal Lodge feature free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. The shores of Lake Taupo are only 100 meters away.

Lovely rooms, great location and wonderful people.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
1,343 reviews
Price from
£122.23
per night
Anchorage Resort Taupo NZ, hotel in Taupo

Located on the shores of Lake Taupo, Anchorage Resort offers rooms with free unlimited WiFi access and views of either the pool or the lake.

The rooms were nice and clean and were warm, it was a cold night when we checked in and the heater was on in our room - little touches like this was a great first impression of our stay.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
579 reviews
Price from
£87.78
per night
eMotel, hotel in Taupo

Situated beside the town center of Taupo and opposite a park, eMotel offers contemporary, boutique accommodation with lake views from each room. Guests enjoy free unlimited WiFi.

Location
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
639 reviews
Price from
£66.90
per night
The Reef Resort, hotel in Taupo

The Reef Resort Motel offers self-contained accommodation on the edge of the Lake Taupo. The property features an outdoor heated freshwater pool and a thermal pool with a hot tub.

Room is very spacious and pool Was so nice.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
681 reviews
Price from
£134.98
per night
Cascades Lakefront Motel, hotel in Taupo

Cascades Lakefront Motel is located on the edge of Lake Taupo and has a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Free WiFi and cable TV are included. There is plenty of free parking for trailers and boats.

they allow pets, has swimming pool and lakefront location
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
1,711 reviews
Price from
£107.60
per night
Baycourt Lakefront Motel, hotel in Taupo

Situated directly opposite Lake Taupo, Bay Court Motel offers refurbished modern rooms and apartments with free WiFi, cooking facilities and separate lounge areas.

We had a great stay. Good with kids. We appreciated the electric blankets.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
1,882 reviews
Price from
£93.45
per night
The Village Resort, hotel in Taupo

Located in Taupo, The Village Resort provides air-conditioned rooms and barbecue facilities. This property also provides guests with a children's playground.

Great staff - good location.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,348 reviews
Price from
£116.38
per night
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  • Ashbrook Motel Taupo
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,084 reviews

    Set in Taupo, 36 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, Ashbrook Motel Taupo offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star motel offers room service and a tour desk.

    Great location, modern and simplistic accommodation

  • Acacia Lake View Motel
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,905 reviews

    Boasting an idyllic lake front setting, Acacia Lake View Motel offers free WiFi. Some rooms feature a balcony. All have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

    Hosts were very friendly. Definitely will be back

  • eMotel
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 639 reviews

    Situated beside the town center of Taupo and opposite a park, eMotel offers contemporary, boutique accommodation with lake views from each room. Guests enjoy free unlimited WiFi.

    Ease of access, clean and tidy. Everything you need.

  • Anchorage Resort Taupo NZ
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 579 reviews

    Located on the shores of Lake Taupo, Anchorage Resort offers rooms with free unlimited WiFi access and views of either the pool or the lake.

    Cleanliness and facilities warm welcome on arrival

  • The Reef Resort
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 681 reviews

    The Reef Resort Motel offers self-contained accommodation on the edge of the Lake Taupo. The property features an outdoor heated freshwater pool and a thermal pool with a hot tub.

    Everything 😊 the pool was a bonus 👌 bikes were cool

  • The Village Resort
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,348 reviews

    Located in Taupo, The Village Resort provides air-conditioned rooms and barbecue facilities. This property also provides guests with a children's playground.

    The owner is very lovely and helpful beautiful place to stay.

  • Chevron Motel
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,375 reviews

    Chevron Motel is located in Taupo and provides air-conditioned rooms. All rooms feature a kitchenette and a private bathroom. Rooms are equipped with a patio with a mountain view.

    Very homey and clean and close to shops and restaurants

  • Baycourt Lakefront Motel
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,882 reviews

    Situated directly opposite Lake Taupo, Bay Court Motel offers refurbished modern rooms and apartments with free WiFi, cooking facilities and separate lounge areas.

    Friendly staff and everything ticked all the boxes

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  • Mountain View Motel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 378 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ walk from Lake Taupo, Mountain View Motel features a barbecue area with outdoor seating. It offers self-contained accommodation with satellite TV. Free parking is available on site.

    Great place for a stop over Ifeal for our circumstances

  • The Cove
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,054 reviews

    Located on the edge of Lake Taupo, The Cove offers luxury rooms with satellite TV and either fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes.

    Excellent location Excellent service and very comfy rooms

  • ASURE PRINCE motor lodge
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,321 reviews

    Ideally located just 100 metres from the shores of Lake Taupo, Prince Motor Lodge offers free WiFi access and free on-site parking.

    We liked location , the room really warm. bed is good

  • Cottage Mews Motel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,307 reviews

    Offering free Wi-Fi and free parking, Cottage Mews features direct access to Two Mile Bay Beach. All rooms offer a refrigerator, microwave and a TV with satellite channels.

    Quiet location, very clean room and well appointed.

  • ASURE Ascot Motor Inn
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,402 reviews

    This spacious modern motel is situated in quiet location, just 7 minutes’ walk from Taupo town centre. All studios and apartments have a fully equipped kitchenette and private balcony.

    It was close to the Ironman bike racking & collection

  • Cascades Lakefront Motel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,711 reviews

    Cascades Lakefront Motel is located on the edge of Lake Taupo and has a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Free WiFi and cable TV are included. There is plenty of free parking for trailers and boats.

    Best part about the stay is we could bring our dog

  • Beechtree Motel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,965 reviews

    Beechtree Suites offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and free gym access just 400 metres from Lake Taupo. It is within walking distance of several restaurants and shops.

    This was perfect... clean comfortable easy to find

  • Central Inn Taupo
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 118 reviews

    Set in Taupo, 37 km from Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley, Central Inn Taupo offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    Very comfortable and handy to everything we needed.

Great access to the city centre! Check these motels in Taupo

  • Baycrest Thermal Lodge
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,343 reviews

    Offering panoramic views of Lake Taupo, the luxurious self catering apartments at Baycrest Thermal Lodge feature free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. The shores of Lake Taupo are only 100 meters away.

    Lovely rooms, great location and wonderful people.

  • Alpine Lake Motel
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,383 reviews

    Alpine Lake Motel offers modern self-contained accommodation in the centre of Taupo. The property features barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free car parking.

    Really nice place, simple yet efficient and comfortable!

  • Boulevard Waters
    Central location
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 784 reviews

    Boulevard Waters features a thermal plunge pool and free on-site parking.

    Staff was really nice room was really nice and tidy

  • Dunrovin Motel
    Central location
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 521 reviews

    Dunrovin motels, one of the pioneer motels in Taupo, established in 1962, has welcomed many visitors from all over the world.

    Good facilities and comfortable. Staff exceptional!!

  • Sails on the Lake
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,522 reviews

    Sails on the Lake offers self-contained accommodation directly opposite Lake Taupo. Most rooms offer lake and mountain views. Free WiFi, daily service and free car parking are included.

    Easy to check in. Clean & tidy Friendly host

  • 52 on Rifle Motel
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 578 reviews

    Just 300 metres from the lakefront of Waipahihi Bay, 52 on Rifle Motel offers an outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub.

    Lovely stay. Clean, newly renovated, warm and cosy

  • Great Lake Motel Taupo
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 618 reviews

    Great Lake Motel Taupo is located opposite Lake Taupo, offering accommodation 2 minutes' walk from Taupo town centre. Guests can stay connected with free WiFi and satellite channels.

    Great location, so close to the restaurants and shops.

  • Accent On Taupo Motor Lodge
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 579 reviews

    .Situated on the edge of Lake Taupo, this motel features a hot tub and BBQ facilities. It offers contemporary self-contained rooms and apartments with Sky 50 channels, and complimentary WiFi.

    Staff very welcoming… exceptional cleanliness … quiet

  • Bella Vista Taupo
    Central location
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 890 reviews

    Bella Vista Taupo offers comfortable and modern accommodation just 800 metres from the shores of Lake Taupo. All rooms have en suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi access and cable TV.

    Cosy, well laid out room. Very clean and comfortable.

  • Gables Lakefront Resort
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 658 reviews

    Located across the road from Taupo’s main beach, Gables Lakefront Resort offers stunning lakefront views, free Wi-Fi and a family spa pool. Some apartments boast their own private spa pool.

    The cleanliness and customer service. Great location

  • The Lake Motel
    Central location
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 608 reviews

    Just 500-metres from the waters edge, The Lake Motel offers free WiFi and free bicycle hire. It features an outdoor dining area with BBQ facilities.

    Loved the rooms in this property. Very comfortable.

  • Clearwater Motor Lodge
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 751 reviews

    Overlooking Lake Taupo, Clearwater Motor Lodge boasts direct beach access, a hot spring plunge pool and barbecue facilities.

    Location of it and conveniently accessible to town centre

  • Colonial Lodge Motel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 357 reviews

    The charming and peaceful Colonial Lodge Motel offers spacious studios and apartments in the heart of the North Island. Guests can enjoy relaxing strolls alongside the scenic shores of Lake Taupo.

    Hospitality was amazing, was perfect for our needs.

  • Lake Taupo Motor Inn
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,050 reviews

    Lake Taupo Motor Inn offers free Wi-Fi, a heated outdoor swimming pool and two outdoor hot tubs. It is located less than 5 minutes’ drive from Taupo’s town centre.

    Staff was very friendly. Comfortable and clean room.

  • Lake Breeze Motel
    Central location
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 465 reviews

    Situated in Taupo, 37 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, Lake Breeze Motel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    Extremely helpful staff, clean facilities, fit for purpose

  • Windsor Motel
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 267 reviews

    Windsor Motel is set in Taupo, within 16 km of Taupo Events Centre and 16 km of Huka Prawn Park.

    Amazing location. Happy with the facilities provided.

  • Le Chalet Suisse Motel Taupo
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,085 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, hot tub and Free WiFi, Le Chalet Suisse Motel Taupo is just a 2-minute walk from New Zealand’s largest lake, Lake Taupo.

    Location was great, close to town. Quiet. Good views.

  • Tui Oaks Motel
    Central location
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,116 reviews

    Tui Oaks Motel offers free Wi-Fi and is just 5 minutes’ walk from Taupo town centre. All accommodation includes satellite TV, and most have panoramic Lake Taupo views.

    Great location. Lovely and warm in winter. Good value.

  • Chantillys Motor Lodge
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 940 reviews

    Overlooking the beautiful Lake Taupo, Chantillys Lodge offers heated accommodation with private balconies and flat-screen satellite TV.

    Clean, tidy. Was able to see the lake from our room

  • Lakeside Taupo Motel
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 376 reviews

    We are situated on Lake Terrace with the beautiful Lake Taupo in front of the motel.

    Easy to find and liked the area. It was good for the night.

  • Absolute Lake View Motel
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,178 reviews

    Located across the road from Lake Taupo, and within 2 minutes' walk from Taupo's restaurants and shops, Absolute Lake View Motel features an indoor solar-heated pool, a hot tub, sauna and fitness...

    Very clean and close to the cafes and restaurants.

  • Silver Fern Lodge
    Central location
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,020 reviews

    Just 7 minutes’ walk from Lake Taupo, Silver Fern Lodge features a sunny terrace with lake views.

    Nice comfortable bed Location Good value for money

  • Karaka Tree Motel
    Central location
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,710 reviews

    Located opposite Lake Taupo, Karaka Tree offers accommodation with free Wi-Fi and Sky TV. All upstairs studios offer a private hot mineral spa bath.

    Value for money. Location. Mineral bath was awesome.

  • Huka Falls Resort
    Central location
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 870 reviews

    Set among 7 hectares of landscaped gardens , all rooms include satellite TV and a balcony or patio. Guests enjoy free unlimited WiFi per room per day.

    Gorgeous spot and lovely old villas with great history.

  • Oasis Beach Resort
    Central location
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,121 reviews

    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.

    Loved the stay,awesome view and a very lovely home

  • Camellia Court Family Motel
    Scored 6.2
    6.2
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,175 reviews

    Only a 20-minute walk from the beach, Camellia Court Family Motel offers self-contained accommodation and dormitory rooms with free WiFi. Taupo town centre is just 15 minutes' walk away.

    Friendly staff, amazingly cheap, and great place to stay

  • Barcelona Motel
    Central location
    Scored 5.6
    5.6
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 95 reviews

    Barcelona Motel is housed in a Mediterranean-style complex and features a private courtyard. A 5-minute walk from Taupo’s town centre, it offers free parking on site and free Wi-Fi access.

    The affordability and how close it was to main centre.

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Motels that guests love in Taupo

  • Avg. price/night: £93.13
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,383 reviews
    The room was very clean and tidy, the beds were super confortable, there was a spa bath and bbq also which were great additions and the Motel was handy to all local amenities.
    JT
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £106.19
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,905 reviews
    Convenient location and good kitchen facilities. Beautiful view outside the Motel, very dreamy. Heat pump in the rooms was a welcome addition to keeping warm in -1° temperature outside
    Ari
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £87.31
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,965 reviews
    Free Parking inside the Facility, close to shops and beach. Dairy few meters walk from the motel. Tidy room and clean. Spacious and easy access. Kitchen utensils provided.
    Wilson d explorer
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £93.45
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,882 reviews
    we didn't know when we booked about the roadworks on the road outside the motel, and were very happy the motel put us in a downstairs quiet room. Thank you!. The room was very comfortable, clean and spacious and without the roadworks would have had access to the lake across the road. We didn't see the staff but were given the code for the box the get our room key, very covid friendly
    Kimberley
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £103.83
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,522 reviews
    Standard motel room with older-style fittings and with a good view of Lake Taupo, and quite comfortable. We particularly enjoyed the spa after walking the Tongariro Crossing. A pleasant walk into the centre of the town, and a good coffee van located just across the road and along a bit.
    Bruce R
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £100.05
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 521 reviews
    Loved how convenient this motel is. Loved how clean it was. Loved the check in and check process was. Free parking onsite
    Christine
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £96.28
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,321 reviews
    This motel / motor lodge is fantastic - top location near all amenities, lovely clean rooms, comfortable beds, quiet, lots of parking.
    Craig
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £84.48
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,402 reviews
    Great motel, contactless check in went smoothly, room was a good size and once again i went for the spa bath option which was really awesome after a long day on the road. Bed is comfortable and although i didn't meet the owners the cleaning staff are very friendly.
    Allan
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 784 reviews
    We stayed in a ground floor apartment with spa. Great size. Loved the thermal pool at the Motor Lodge, especially as we were staying in Winter so it was quite cold outside but the pool definitely warmed us up. Very clean rooms and you can see the decor has been updated/refreshed recently. The rooms were also very warm due to thermal under floor heating. Would absolutely stay here again especially with the lake front views that the motel offers.
    Anna
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £84.48
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,402 reviews
    Excellent location and extremely kind staff who went above and beyond to help us out. We had a parcel go missing that was directed to the motel and they were so patient, kind and helpful in doing what they could to resolve the issue. The rooms have great cooking facilities for a motel, and housekeeping were non-intrusive with times. Free parking and a good amount of free wi-fi was also exciting.
    D
    Danica
    Young couple

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