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Karaka Tree Motel

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Lake Taupō

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Hair dryer, towels
Spa
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Explore the area

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216 Lake Terrace, Taupo, TAUPO
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Spa Thermal Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Two Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Taupō

At Karaka Tree Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lake Taupō and Taupō Hot Springs. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas and free newspapers in the lobby. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Waipahihi motel include Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Three Mile Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Industrie French Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Karaka Tree Motel

Motel with free parking, near Lake Taupō
Karaka Tree Motel offers its guests a hot tub and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Taupō motel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Karaka Tree Motel offers 24 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). 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

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
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 accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Karaka Motel
Karaka Tree Motel Motel
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Karaka Tree Motel Taupo
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Karaka Tree Hotel Taupo
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Karaka Tree Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Karaka Tree Motel?

As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karaka Tree Motel on 19 Oct 2025 start from NZ$112.82, 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 Karaka Tree Motel?

Yep, Karaka Tree Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Karaka Tree Motel?

No, there is no spa at this property. Taupō Hot Springs is a short 17-minute walk away.

Does Karaka Tree Motel have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Karaka Tree Motel, but Taupō Hot Springs is a short 17-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Karaka Tree Motel?

No, Karaka Tree Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Karaka Tree Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Karaka Tree Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.