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Little Haven

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Lake Taupō

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Aerial view
Front of property
Concierge desk
Two Bedroom with Lake View
Three Bedroom | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Explore the area

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52 Rifle Range Road, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Spa Thermal Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Three Bedroom

Three Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 85 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Two Bedroom

Two Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom

One Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Two Bedroom with Lake View

Two Bedroom with Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Taupō

At Little Haven you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lake Taupō and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Taupō Central motel include Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.
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What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Little Haven

Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Lake Taupō
As a guest of Little Haven, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room. Public spaces have free WiFi. Little Haven also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Taupō motel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Little Haven offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during May, June, July, August, September and October:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

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
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 credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and Google Pay. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

52 Rifle Motel Taupo
52 Rifle Motel
52 Rifle Taupo
52 on Rifle Motel
Little Haven Motel
Little Haven Taupo
Little Haven Motel Taupo
Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Little Haven?

Little Haven offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Little Haven?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Haven on 9 Nov 2025 start from NZ$225.00, 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 Little Haven?

Yep, Little Haven has a free self car park.

Does Little Haven have a pool?

Little Haven has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from October to May.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Little Haven?

No, Little Haven does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Little Haven?

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

Are pets allowed at Little Haven?

No, only service animals are allowed.