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4.1 out of 5

"The hotel was very clean and roomy. The bed was really comfortable and the room facilities were excellent. It was in a good location and provided lots ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 03 Mar 2024

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Hotel Description

Silver Fern Lodge puts you in the heart of Taupo, within a 20-minute stroll of Lake Taupo and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi.

The café, Breakfast Room, serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a microwave in a common area. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Taupo motel include A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings.

City View Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
NZ$94* Per night/room 9 Apr. - 10 Apr.

City View Quad Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard room with shared bathroom

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Three Bedroom Apartment

Bed Count 3 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 8 Max

Lake Facing Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Silver Fern Lodge ratings based on 193 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.1 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Silver Fern Lodge

Everyone (100) Couples (54) Business (1) Family (29)
5 out of 5
The hotel was very clean and roomy. The bed was really comfortable and the room facilities were excellent. It was in a good location and provided lots of parking. The staff were friendly and helpful.

Posted by on 3 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 28 Feb. 2024

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4 out of 5
Room was clean and tidy, bed was comfortable, great locations and staff were great, polite and helpful. Compared to oversea standards the kitchen was very badly substandard and needs major upgrade

Posted by on 13 Feb. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

14 Feb. 2024 by Silver Fern Team Taupo

Good Afternoon Tracy,Thank you for your feedback and review. We hope to welcome you again in the near future.

5 out of 5
I liked the price it was clean and it felt generous

Posted by on 31 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

1 Feb. 2024 by Silver Fern Team Taupo

Good Morning Dorothy,Thank you for your review and feedback. We hope to welcome you again in the near future.

4 out of 5
Pleasant reception staff, cool rooms.

Posted by on 21 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

3 Feb. 2024 by Silver Fern Team Taupo

Thank you for your feedback and rating. We hope to welcome you again in the near future.

4 out of 5
Quite good price

Posted by on 17 Jan. 2024

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3 Feb. 2024 by Regards Team Silver fern

Thank you for your feedback and rating. We hope to welcome you again in the near future.

5 out of 5
Smells really nice when you walk into the reception and the guy was really lovely and helpful. Kitchen was well stocked which was great.

Posted by on 15 Jan. 2024

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3 Feb. 2024 by Regards Team Silver fern

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4 out of 5
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Posted by on 11 Dec. 2023

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3 Feb. 2024 by Regards Team Silver fern

Thank you for your review and feedback. We hope to welcome you again in the near future.

3 out of 5

Posted by on 5 Dec. 2023

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3 Feb. 2024 by Silver Fern Team Taupo

Thank you for your review and feedback. We hope to welcome you again in the near future.

4 out of 5

Posted by on 1 Nov. 2023

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2 Nov. 2023 by RegardsTeam Silver fern

Kia Ora Iain,Thank you for your rating/review. We hope to welcome you again in the near future.

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Silver Fern Lodge. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property. This Taupo motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle

Room Amenities

Silver Fern Lodge offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers. This Taupo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Television
  • Satellite channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Change of towels (on request)

Food & Drink

Breakfast Room - This café specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves breakfast only. Reservations are required.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Silver Fern 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 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM.
Guests arriving after 5:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive lockbox information.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night.

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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No lifts
  • Children stay free
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • One child stays free
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:30 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Children stay free - maximum age 4
  • 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 available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • 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 does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 35 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 35 (one-way), (from 5 to 16 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.15 percent

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

Hotel Names

  • Silver Fern Lodge
  • Silver Fern Lodge Taupo
  • Silver Fern Taupo
  • Silver Fern Lodge Motel
  • Silver Fern Lodge Taupo
  • Silver Fern Lodge Motel Taupo

You should know

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Silver Fern Lodge.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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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.