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4.5 out of 5

"Room was very warm due to thermal heat under the foundations, perfect in mid winter a little too warm for late Sept. air con works well. Plumbing qui ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sat 01 Oct 2022

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Hotel Description

At Clearwater Motor Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lake Taupo and Taupo Hot Springs. Highlights at this beachfront motel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi.

Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the onsite spa tub. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-star Waipahihi motel include Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Three Mile Bay.

Studio (Beach Level)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Studio (First Floor)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Studio/Family Beach Level

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Clearwater Motor Lodge ratings based on 66 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Clearwater Motor Lodge

Everyone (37) Couples (25) Family (3)
4 out of 5
Room was very warm due to thermal heat under the foundations, perfect in mid winter a little too warm for late Sept. air con works well. Plumbing quite noisy from rooms close by.

Posted by on 1 Oct. 2022

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4 out of 5
View - amazing!!!

Posted by on 9 Sep. 2022

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5 out of 5
Very clean and well appointed – great place to stay and relax – loved it

Posted by on 18 May 2022

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3 out of 5
The views. The spa pool

Posted by on 15 Jul. 2021

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4 out of 5
Have stayed here in the past and is starting to b a bit shabby , plastic flowers , carpet starting to lift , have to get in spa to put plug in and step out onto carpet

Posted by on 8 Jul. 2021

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5 out of 5
A very comfortable spacious ,spotless place with great views ,kitchen well supplied ,spa bath amaaazing! breakfast not up to standard of rest of property

Posted by on 18 Mar. 2021

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 3 Nov. 2020

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4 out of 5
Lakeside and view. We were not on walking level so lots of steps.

Posted by , from Auckland on 2 Sep. 2020

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3 out of 5
A little expensive for what is a pretty basic facility

Posted by , from Hawkes Bay on 9 Aug. 2020

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5 out of 5
great spa bath and the shower is to die for. wouldn’t hesitate to return.

Posted by , from Auckland on 15 Jul. 2020

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About the Clearwater Motor Lodge

Location 229 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

Property Features

Clearwater Motor Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a spa tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills are also featured at Clearwater Motor Lodge. Free self parking is available. This 3.5-star Taupo motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • DVD player

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Clearwater Motor Lodge offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 35-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Taupo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room kitchen
  • Private balcony
  • Sitting area
  • Jetted tub
  • In-room dining
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Premium channels
  • DVD player
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Espresso maker
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Separate shower and tub
  • Cribs (surcharge)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Blackout drapes
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Room service is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 8:30 PM

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Clearwater Motor Lodge offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per day.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:30 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 18 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 25 (one-way), (from 3 to 18 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day

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

Hotel Names

  • Clearwater Motor Lodge
  • Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo
  • Clearwater Motor Taupo
  • Clearwater Hotel Taupo
  • Clearwater Motor Lodge Motel
  • Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo
  • Clearwater Motor Lodge Motel Taupo

National Rating

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.