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The Lake Motel

3.5 star property
Comfortable suburban motel near Lake Taupo

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1960's Suite | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View
Unit #5 - The Courtyard
Interior entrance
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
63 Mere Road, Taupo, 0330
  • Popular LocationTaupo Hot Springs2 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpa Thermal Park3 min drive
  • AirportTaupo (TUO)7 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for 1970's Suite 3

1970's Suite 3 | Living room

1970's Suite 3

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Unit #4 - The Studio

Unit #4 - The Studio | View from room

Unit #4 - The Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1960's Suite | Living area

1960's Suite

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Unit #5 - The Courtyard

Unit #5 - The Courtyard | View from room

Unit #5 - The Courtyard

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Suite, Multiple Beds

Classic Suite, Multiple Beds | Living room

Classic Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Front of property
Lakeland Resort Taupo
Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
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4.0 out of 5, Very good, (1000)
The price is NZ$170
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Lakeland Resort Taupo

About the area

Taupo

At The Lake Motel you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupo and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Maori Carvings. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Taupo motel include Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 2 min drive
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min drive
  • Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 20 min walk
  • Embra - 3 min drive
  • Dixie Brown's - 2 min drive
  • Master of India - 2 min drive
  • Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - 7 min walk

About this property

The Lake Motel

Comfortable suburban motel near Lake Taupo
As a guest of The Lake Motel, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Lake Motel also features laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Taupo motel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Lake Motel offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Lake Motel Taupo
The Lake Motel Motel
The Lake Motel Taupo
The Lake Motel Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Lake Motel?

The Lake Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lake Motel?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lake Motel on 14 Jun 2024 start from NZ$152.09, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Lake Motel?

Yep, The Lake Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lake Motel?

No, The Lake Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lake Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

The Lake Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 257 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

laura

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All fine. Perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming, very clean, great that this motel is pet friendly. Recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Motel was old and verjy small.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, simple and nice spot outside the hustle and bustle
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner greeted us upon arrival and had excellent suggestions for thermal spa, dinner and other sites
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay，everything is neat and convenient. Beautiful yard.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Retro fit.. 4 women, 4 chairs, great room flow...decent shower!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamsin

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying here, as it’s peaceful and the decor in each room (we have stayed in a few) is unique and well curated. We love the retro, mid- century vibe and the rooms are always immaculate and accommodating. They have everything you need and the motel is peaceful and secure. The best part, they are dog-friendly, which is super rare and such a relief, as it means we can keep our two pups with us on holiday. Amazing option which we are grateful for. Will definitely be back and our preferred place to stay when in Taupō.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023