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Absolute Lakeview Motel

3.0 star property
Lakefront motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Lake Taupō

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Interior
One Bedroom Suite
Two Bedroom Lake View Suite | Private kitchenette
Deluxe Spa Studio
One Bedroom Suite

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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58 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio

Standard Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Two Bedroom Lake View Suite

Two Bedroom Lake View Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Lake view

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Deluxe Spa Studio

Deluxe Spa Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Lake view

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Lake View Studio | Bathroom

Lake View Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Lake view

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Family Studio

Family Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Suite

One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Spa Studio

Spa Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio (Compact)

Studio (Compact)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Taupō

At Absolute Lakeview Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Lake Taupō and Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Highlights at this motel include an indoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Taupō Central motel include Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Maori Carvings - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Absolute Lakeview Motel

Lakefront motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Lake Taupō
As a guest of Absolute Lakeview Motel, you'll find an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at Absolute Lakeview Motel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Taupō motel.

  • 1 building
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Absolute Lakeview Motel offers 23 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. 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 return airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges NZD 3 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 16 for adults and from NZD 16 for children
  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of NZD 3

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Absolute Lakeview Motel?

Absolute Lakeview Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Absolute Lakeview Motel?

Yep, Absolute Lakeview Motel has a free self car park.

Does Absolute Lakeview Motel have a pool?

Absolute Lakeview Motel has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Absolute Lakeview Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Absolute Lakeview Motel?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM on request.

What time are check-in & check-out at Absolute Lakeview Motel?

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

Absolute Lakeview Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 223 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay very clean and walking distance to all the bars and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fridge needs replacing, insides cracked and seals dirty, internal stairwell needs a good clean. Cleaners must have left their Burger King drinks behind, or the cleaners never took away previous visitors drinks. Beds not made very well. Wifi only worked in one area of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Selwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Old and tied but expensive due to motor racing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvonne, welllington

Disliked: Room comfort

Good location but

Very old motel but was clean. Stayed over Christmas for 3 night room was not cleaned only towels replaced during that time this was not explained at check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

julie, minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice basic motel

Nice basic motel close to shopping area and across the road from lake taupo.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

2/10 Terrible

barb, Christchurch

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dirty and room in disrepair

Pleased tp leave noisy, very tiny room won't stay there again

8/10 Good

vanessa, VF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very friendly and accommodating owner.

Booked the wrong unit online. Booked the 2bedrooms unit which can only comfortably sleep 5 but we have 6people. Ended up, we talked to the reception and they gladly changed our room to a unit that can sleep 6. 2queen beds and 2twin beds. Motel was very near town and amenities. So it's just walking distance and very convenient to food and shops.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good motel

Good location with easy access and parking , staff are very good and friendly. I would stay here again

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owner was very welcoming and then helpful when I need directions to food.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great time and owner was a great guy. Hope to be back next year.thanks

4/10 Poor

Sonja, New South Wales

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel near Lake Taupo

The bathroom and WC facilities were poor with doors that didn't close and the general bathroom layout and standard of modern expectations were below an expected minimum standard for a Hotel that claims to have family facilities. Room wasn't properly serviced and no toilet paper are just some of the issues regarding this Hotel. Despite being given wifi access, the wifi failed to work for the whole stay. The swimming pool had defective perimeter drainage and the floor was flooded. Overall the family room requires and urgent upgrade to at least meet modern family requirements.

6/10 Okay

Simon

Liked: Room comfort

Great but no hot water!

Great hotel, great staff, comfy beds but no hot water in the shower in the morning, staff indifferent and said the hotel was full so sometimes the hot water runs cold. Shame as the rest of the stay was great.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic Motel

This is a fantastic motel, beds were so comfortable and the rooms spacious enough for a family. The host was very friendly and helpful, he took time to make sure that everything went smoothly with our stay. Will definitely stay here again.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outdated, overpriced

The room was very old, the bed was sagging, it wasn't clean, the bathroom mirror was on the wall opposite the sink. For the price it was not a value, and what delay we only had to stay one night as we were traveling in the area.

4/10 Poor

Blair, Manawatu

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disappointing.

Really disappointed in this place. Stayed for one night, room smelled of fish or something (could have been the air cond), went out to town and the smell was worse when we arrived back even though we left all the windows open. The soap dispenser was empty, the heated pool was freezing. Overall experience was poor. This place really needs some work done because it's in a great location!!

4/10 Poor

Lisa, Wellington

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2nd stay at Absolute

This was our 2nd stay - last time it was great. This time - there were no soaps or bathroom products. The soap wall container was empty! The only cleaning product was the 50 times watered down dishwashing liquid. It only just qualified as dishwashing liquid as it was so diluted. We felt this hotel might be having financial issues as we paid rack rate (no discount) and got a bed. We had to buy soap - we have never had to buy soap - especially at $200 per night. Please, please, please..... don't penalise the cyclists who stay during Round Taupo time because you have a captive audience. At least fill the soap dispenser.

8/10 Good

Vinnie, Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel close to everything!!!

This hotel was in the perfect spot. Across the road from the lake, shops 1 block away and the owner was fantastic!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room was so horrible I did not stay.

Room was so horrible I did not stay................................................................

4/10 Poor

Malcolm, Auckland, NZ

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Laundry facilities weren't good. Bathroom needs renovation.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Room comfort

Absolutely not Lakefront, but handy to town

Absolute Lakefront does not actually mean that. We were disappointed with our allocated room but the manager gave us another room which was better. Not all room have cooking facilities so it's hit and miss. The electric blankets didn't work and as it was the middle of winter it was very cold. The microwave didn't work well either. The manager was responsive and courteous.

6/10 Okay

Ian, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Convenient, very close to Town

Very friendly and helpful owner/staff. However studio unit had no wardrobe to hang up anything, picture was propped up not hung on wall, heated pool was quite cool. This venue is work in progress which in time will improve even more.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cleanliness is not their focus

Hugely disappointed and would not go back. No latches on the windows so the wind blew through, double electric blanket on the bed but no socket to plug into on one side, shower had mould, toilet roll holder rusted, dining chair broken and stained, but worst was the stains on the bedding!!

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

not so great

'Heated' indoor pool was freezing. Bedroom wall had had water damage and it had just been fixed but a damp smell lingered. $290 was too much for this accomodation.