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4.6 out of 5

"Great hotel, handy to the CBD and easy to find; parked onsite and a nice stroll to the cafe in the morning and then back and on the road " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 22 Nov 2020

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Hotel Description

At Lakeside Taupo you'll be within a 10-minute stroll of Lake Taupo and within 30 minutes of Maori Carvings. Highlights at this beach motel include free self parking, a free airport shuttle, and in-room kitchenettes.

This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance. There's also extended parking, along with the convenience of a free cruise terminal shuttle.

Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-star Taupo motel include Huka Falls and Aratiatia Rapids.

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Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
NZ$152* Per night/room 28 Apr. - 29 Apr.

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Lakeside Taupo ratings based on 201 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.6 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 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Lakeside Taupo

Everyone (66) Couples (106) Family (34)
4 out of 5

Posted by on 11 Jan. 2021

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5 out of 5
Great hotel, handy to the CBD and easy to find; parked onsite and a nice stroll to the cafe in the morning and then back and on the road

Posted by , from Christchurch on 22 Nov. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

24 Nov. 2020 by ExecutiveMotelTaupo.

Hi Grant. Thanks for taking the time to leave a kind review. We would love to have you come and stay with us again so you can experience some activities that Taupo has to offer, especially over the summer months. Kindest regards, ExecutiveMotelTaupoTeam.

5 out of 5
Excellent customer service & recommendations.. Room was clean and presentable thank you

Posted by on 1 Nov. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

24 Nov. 2020 by ExecutiveMotelTaupo

Hi there. It is always satisfying when we receive feedback or reviews from guests who have enjoyed their stay while with us. We would love to see you again should you choose to visit Taupo so we can offer you more recommendations on things to do in our beautiful town, especially over the summer months. Kindest regards, ExecutiveMotelTaupoTeam.

4 out of 5
Comfortable motel. Parking is very tight when motel is full. Handy to town. Quiet No one would answer the bell in reception (rang twice) for check out so just left key.

Posted by , from Northland on 25 Oct. 2020

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24 Nov. 2020 by ExecutiveMotelTaupo

Hi there. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. I sincerely apologise for not hearing the bell, I am usually in rooms preparing them for housekeeping staff as soon as guests start to leave and there was a period where portable buzzer was not working and therefor caused me to miss multiple guests when checking-out. In terms of parking, unfortunately this is out of our control due to the layout of the property. We do offer guests parking out the front of the complex when we are full to reduce it being so compact at the rear however is usually suggested to guests with bigger vehicles. We are please however that you did manage to have a comfortable stay while with us and would love to see you again should you choose to visit Taupo. Kindest Regards, ExecutiveMotelTaupoTeam

5 out of 5
Clean, close to amenities, lake views and free wifi and parking.

Posted by , from Auckland on 21 Oct. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Oct. 2020 by ExecutiveMotelTaupoTeam

Hi Ann. Thanks for taking the time to place suck a kind review. It is always pleasing to see and hear guests have enjoyed their stay while with us. We would love to see you again should you choose to visit Taupo. Kindest regards,

5 out of 5
Absolutely loved our stay, was the best weekend away, staff were amazing, so friendly and helpful, made our stay awesome, will definately be back. Thank you so much Nicky and Mike

Posted by , from Pakuranga Heights, Auckland on 13 Sep. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

17 Sep. 2020 by ExecutiveMotelTaupoTeam.

Hi Nicky & Mike. It is always a pleasure meeting new guests and hearing that guests have enjoyed their stay. We can't wait to see you both again.

5 out of 5
Great location and very comfortable. Short walking distance to an excellent restaurant & the lake is just across the road. Service was wonderful and we really enjoyed our stay. Thank you.

Posted by , from Whanganui on 28 Jul. 2020

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17 Sep. 2020 by ExecutiveMotelTaupoTeam.

Hi Bronwyn. It is always a pleasure hearing that guests have enjoyed their stay while with us. Should you choose to visit our beautiful town again, we would love to have you stay with us again.

5 out of 5
Lovely hosts, clean spacious rooms. Close to town.

Posted by , from NZ on 24 Jul. 2020

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24 Jul. 2020 by ExecutiveMotelTaupoTeam

Thanks Shan for taking the time to place such a kind review of the Executive Motel Taupo. We are glad that enjoyed your time with us and look forward to having you here again for another NZ Staycation Kindest Regards Gill & the Executive Motel Taupo Team

5 out of 5
Made late check in very easy, room was very clean. Thanks for a great stay.

Posted by on 18 Jul. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Jul. 2020 by ExecutiveMotelTaupoTeam

Thanks so much for your kind review. We are always happy to work with our guests for both a contactless and after hours check in as we like to think our guests have a safe and relaxed journey before they arrive. We hope that we have the pleasure of your company again soon Kindest Regards Gill & The Executive Motel Team

5 out of 5

Posted by on 28 Jun. 2020

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30 Jun. 2020 by ExecutiveMotelTaupoTeam

Hi there. We thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind and generous review. Regards

About the Executive Motel Taupo

Location 114 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

Property Features

As a guest of Lakeside Taupo, you'll find a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle are free. Lakeside Taupo also features laundry facilities and express check-out. Self parking is free. The property offers extended parking privileges. This 4-star Taupo motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Free airport shuttle and cruise terminal shuttle; shopping center shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Lakeside Taupo offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Private balcony or patio
  • Flat-screen television
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 20
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport. To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There is no front desk at this property. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.

Lakeside Taupo offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport. Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 48 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. This property does not have a front desk. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and key retrieval information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Minimum guest age is 0
  • Caters to adults only
  • Debit cards
  • No front desk
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Private entrance
  • Smoke detector
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Gloves are available for guests
  • No 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 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 available
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Virtual front desk

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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

Hotel Names

  • Executive Motel Taupo
  • Executive Taupo
  • Lakeside Taupo Motel
  • Lakeside Taupo Taupo
  • Executive Motel Taupo
  • Lakeside Taupo Motel Taupo

You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
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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.