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4.5 out of 5

"Very convenient location " More

By a verified traveller on Thu 10 Nov 2022

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Hotel Description

At Great Lake Motel Taupo you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Lake Taupo and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Highlights at this motel include free self parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi.

This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden, and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find spa services and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Taupo motel include Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupo Museum and Art Gallery.

One Bedroom Motel Unit

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$169* Per night/room 4 Apr. - 5 Apr.

Studio Unit, Spa Bath

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Studio Unit

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

One Bedroom, Family Motel Unit

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Great Lake Motel Taupo ratings based on 34 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Great Lake Motel Taupo

Everyone (19) Couples (8) Family (5)
4 out of 5
Very convenient location

Posted by on 10 Nov. 2022

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 24 Oct. 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 5 Oct. 2022

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5 out of 5
Good property easy to locate. Ample parking. All well maintained

Posted by on 19 Sep. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

19 Sep. 2022 by Ling

Thank you very much for your time. Cheers

4 out of 5
Over night stop on the way to Auckland, fitted our requirements. Good to be walking distance from restaurants and a nice stroll along the lake

Posted by on 13 Mar. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

28 Apr. 2022 by Ling

Thank yo very much for your review. Kind regards

5 out of 5
Its nice and central to food and the lake

Posted by on 10 Feb. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

10 Feb. 2022 by Ling

Thank you for your review, Tessa. Kind regards

5 out of 5
Accommodation is clean, modern, excellent location, hosts friendly.

Posted by on 24 Jan. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

10 Feb. 2022 by Ling

Thank you very much

5 out of 5

Posted by on 25 Oct. 2021

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5 out of 5
Service

Posted by on 16 Jun. 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Jun. 2021 by Ling

Thank you very much for staying with us. Kind regards

5 out of 5
Liked location, walking distance to town. Place was very clean plus off street parking. Enjoyed my stay.

Posted by on 24 Apr. 2021

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Property Features

Great Lake Motel Taupo offers its guests spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Great Lake Motel Taupo also features laundry facilities, room service (during limited hours), and express check-out. Free self parking is available. This Taupo motel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Great Lake Motel Taupo offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Guests will receive lockbox information.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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 cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

  • No lifts
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are 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
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are 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 follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation (global expert)
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of CovidClean (Safehotels - global expert)
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
  • Guests must provide health documentation
  • Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination
  • COVID-19 vaccine must have been received a minimum number of days before check-in: 14
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 14–20 for adults, and NZD 10–15 for children
  • Laundry fee: NZD 8
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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

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*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.