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Chelmswood Motel Taupo

3.5 star property

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view through a glass door.
A compact kitchen with a central island, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a hanging light fixture.
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a sign encouraging visitors to enjoy New Zealand, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A room with a glass table, two chairs, a view of a landscape through large windows, and a ceiling light.
A room with a wooden table, a window with a view of a grassy area and distant buildings, and a curtain on the left.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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250 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi Bay, Taupo, 2730
  • Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Kaimanawa Reserve
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for One Bedroom Unit with Thermal Pool

A modern bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and towel rack.

One Bedroom Unit with Thermal Pool

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

View all photos for Family Unit with Thermal Pool

A room with a dining table, chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, a staircase with wooden railings, and a hanging light fixture.

Family Unit with Thermal Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Lake View, Queen Studio

A hotel room with two beds, a glass table, a white armchair, and a small desk with a chair.

Lake View, Queen Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Studio

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a kitchenette.

Standard Studio

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Two Bedroom Family Suites

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light fixture.

Two Bedroom Family Suites

  • 73 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 4 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Studio

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Studio

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a standing fan, and a window with a view of the outside.

Standard Studio

  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Taupō

At Chelmswood Motel Taupo you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupō. Highlights at this Tudor motel include in-room free WiFi and patios. .This motel has a terrace, a garden and a picnic area. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Two Mile Bay motel include Three Mile Bay and Taupō Hot Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Three Mile Bay - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • beach near Taupō Central - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • Roquette Restaurant & Bar
  • ‪The Coffee Club Taupo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Lago - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Chelmswood Motel Taupo

As a guest of Chelmswood Motel Taupo, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Chelmswood Motel Taupo also features laundry facilities and room service (during limited hours). The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tudor Taupō motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1974
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Chelmswood Motel Taupo offers 36 accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include a shower. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request. Amenities available on request include change of bedsheets.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • 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 (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1974
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property does not allow late check-ins for the following room types: Ensuite Queen, Ensuite Twin, and Ensuite Econ Queen.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 18 2025 to October 17 2027 (dates subject to change):
  • Sauna

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

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 3 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property class

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 Chelmswood Motel Taupo?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Chelmswood Motel Taupo?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chelmswood Motel Taupo on 17 Aug 2026 start from NZ$176, 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 Chelmswood Motel Taupo?

Yep, Chelmswood Motel Taupo has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chelmswood Motel Taupo?

No, Chelmswood Motel Taupo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Chelmswood Motel Taupo?

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

Are pets allowed at Chelmswood Motel Taupo?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Chelmswood Motel Taupo Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 374 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 374 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 374 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 374 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 374 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was good lake view and good hot pool
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ganeswar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Parking, large space, comfortable bed, lake facing, nice kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maraea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking is great No Stress, Everything is great enjoying our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great wee spot, clean and organized, management is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean, staff friendly and easy parking right in front of studio. Kitchen was well equipped and a lovely view towards the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional staff. I'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, great sized room space. Staff very friendly. I was staying here for 1 night but extended my stay as felt at home here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sally Louise

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, tidy room. Nice cosy bed with crisp, clean bedding. Enjoyed our private mineral spa pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed and comfortable room. Had a mineral bath in a special room. The outdoor thermally heated pool was a real treat. Looked across Lake Taupo. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Graham

Pool was cold this time we were looking forward to. A soak
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was basic but clean and tidy. Quiet location although thin walls between units. Swimming pool was far too hot for our liking. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness
clean facilities and helpful staff. The kitchen was very small and the bathroom rather basic and the badly leaking spouting outside the entrance door was annoying
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Bharti

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, lovely helpful workers. Polite respectful and professional
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine

Room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bathroom was very dated & shower didn’t drain properly. Bed was pretty hard. Outlook over the lake was nice. Everything was clean but just not very modern.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is clean and tidy but older style but good for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joshua and Faith

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The host was friendly but, for me, he was quite hard to understand as he was foreign. The room was ok, basic, the bed was very hard so we didn't get much rest but the deep thermal bath was very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Minh Duy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this hotel!!!! It is spacious with a separate cooking area with stove microwave and refrigerator. The best part is the bathroom with a separate mineral tub to soak in. The water comes out piping hot so you need to add cold water to it. My favorite stay in all of New Zealand by far. There is a view from the lakeside units.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Bernadette

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
While the bed was comfortable, and the kitchen had been upgraded, the room was dusty and the windows were not very clean considering we had a view of the lake. The bathroom was in dire need of an upgrade.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

jose

Room is okay. The staff is courteous. The amenities is only average. Only average
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Averil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good easy parking right outside the unit. Mini Kitchen had all that I needed. But I always take my own kitchen things, so it was a good back up to have. The staff were really nice and helpful. The room was clean. The only thing I had a issue was the shower was quite a step up to get into. I spoke to a staff member and he went out of his way and sorted a small ramp for me. To get up into the shower. As I have hip issues. I recommend this place and happy to come back and stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maraea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family rooms could do with a bit more updating, also think of having a electric frying pan in the room, rooms should have clothes iron, hangers maybe a clothes airing rack by the spa bath and spa towels also tea towels. The share kitchen was short of utensils and other stuff. Also making sure everything is always clean and put away nicely and not just left in a box with dust building up
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness
Dripping shower was quite annoying all night long. Pool was boiling hot so unable to utilize. Staff was quite eager to please though and very friendly and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026