Just 500-yards from the waters edge, The Lake Motel offers free WiFi and free bicycle hire. It features an outdoor dining area with BBQ facilities. This peaceful retreat provides an beautiful base to explore Taupo. The Lake Taupo Motel is a 5-minute drive from Tauhara Golf Course and a 10-minute drive from Huka Falls. Taupo Airport is an 8-minute drive away. These heated rooms are styled with contemporary furnishings and offer garden views. There is a flat-screen TV and a kitchenette with a microwave and a refrigerator. The private bathroom has a shower and free toiletries. Your hosts offer a 24-hour front desk. Towels and linen are provided.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Taupo, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
or
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    The location was great. A two minute walk from a beautiful swimming beach on Lake Taupo. The unit was nice and big, like a small apartment. So much better than staying in one room with no room to move.
  • Sandra
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Well appointed, containing everything you’d need, nice and clean, spacious with lovely grounds.
  • Cain
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely place to stay with cool style and furniture

Area info

Amenities of The Lake Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Express check-in/out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

The Lake Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash The Lake Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please advise the property of the number of guests staying in each room. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

FAQs about The Lake Motel

  • The Lake Motel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Bicycle rental

  • Check-in at The Lake Motel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at The Lake Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at The Lake Motel include:

    • Double
    • Studio
    • Triple

  • The Lake Motel is 1.1 miles from the center of Taupo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.