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Little Haven

3.5 star property

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Two Bedroom with Lake View | Living area
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers
Two Bedroom | Private kitchen
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small kitchen area, and a dining table.
Two Bedroom with Lake View

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

Explore the area

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52 Rifle Range Road, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪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)
  • 85 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two Bedroom

Two Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small kitchen area, and a dining table.

One Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two Bedroom with Lake View

Two Bedroom with Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Taupō

At Little Haven you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lake Taupō and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. 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 Museum and Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • 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 - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club Taupo - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star Taupo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Little Haven

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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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

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  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and 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

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

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 9 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Haven on 12 Jul 2026 start from NZ$189, 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.

Little Haven Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 237 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff, would definitely stay again 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really friendly staff and clean accomodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, facilities and staff were fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous stay here for one night. The room was super clean and loved the two bedroom apartment and it was so lovely to wake up to a view. The pool looked inviting and the games room is a great bonus. We will definitely be back to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and had all the amenities required. Very helpful on reception and very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can't find fault with this lodging. It's close to town if you don't mind a walk, plus there's a little strip of shops across the road if you need something quickly. There's a lot of eateries close by and most of all, the staff cannot do enough for you. They are friendly, helpful and considerate. They have no shortage of recommendations which makes it easier when visiting for the first time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KirstenHepi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 2 bedroom unit was perfect for our weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good space, quiet, clean cool pool. Staff friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable room, newly renovated bathroom, free laundry was wonderful, and the kids play area was fantastic. All of this with very friendly and very helpful staff made this a wonderful place to stay in Taupo. Wish we had longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 2 nights. Room was clean, modern and comfortable due to recent upgrades to the property. Allocated parking for each room. Walk to town 10-15 minutes where there is a great choice of restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly hosts and idea spot for a quiet and private spot close to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central, lovely friendly hosts, quiet possie, within walking distance to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly hosts Colin and Lisa whose service and plans for our two night stay exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly accomadating clean and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nitchanan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and tidy room. Staffs are friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, exceptional clean, super friendly staff and perfect location. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous, and the bed was super comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely two bedroom unit. Great location and host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely clean and spacious apartments
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fantastic place to stay on a visit to Taupo. The rooms were very clean, comfortable and modern. The location is convenient near the town centre. We had a two bedroom unit that was perfect for a family of four. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property for kids with pool and play area. Easy walk to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anneline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and rooms were so nice&clean. We had everything we needed and hosts were very kind. We will be back 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very understanding and accommodating! Will definitely visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Rooms were beautifully appointed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024