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Silver Fern Lodge

3.0 star property
Suburban motel in Taupō with a restaurant

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Reception
Three Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen
Lake Facing Room
Garden
Three Bedroom Apartment | Living area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$75
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

Explore the area

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118 Tamamutu Street, Taupo, 3330
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Spa Thermal Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, 2 Bedrooms

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard room with shared bathroom

Standard room with shared bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Three Bedroom Apartment | In-room dining

Three Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 45 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Lake Facing Room

Lake Facing Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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City View Room

City View Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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City View Quad Room

City View Quad Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Executive Room Lake View

  • Sleeps 3

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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Family Room with City View

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Double Room With Communal Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 3

Three-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 7

Lake Facing Room

  • Sleeps 3

Room With City View

  • Sleeps 3

About the area

Taupō

Silver Fern Lodge puts you in the heart of Taupō, within a 20-minute stroll of Lake Taupō and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The café, Breakfast Room, serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Taupō Central motel include A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings.
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What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • A.C. Baths - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Embra - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Mira - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Silver Fern Lodge

Suburban motel in Taupō with a restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Silver Fern Lodge.

This 3-star Taupō motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Silver Fern Lodge offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Taupō motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board 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

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Breakfast Room

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2000
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
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

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.15 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 35 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 35 (one-way), (from 5 to 16 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.15 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 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, rollaway/extra beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. 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

  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Silver Fern Lodge.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Silver Fern Lodge
Silver Fern Lodge Taupo
Silver Fern Taupo
Silver Fern Lodge Motel
Silver Fern Lodge Taupo
Silver Fern Lodge Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Silver Fern Lodge?

Silver Fern Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Silver Fern Lodge?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silver Fern Lodge on 22 Sept 2025 start from NZ$74.70, 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 Silver Fern Lodge?

Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Silver Fern Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Silver Fern Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Silver Fern Lodge's onsite restaurant that serves Modern European cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Silver Fern Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Silver Fern Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Silver Fern Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 776 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 776 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 776 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 776 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 776 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Karina

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although the bedroom and bathroom was clean and comfortable for a 2 night stay, the shared kitchen was dirty and not enough cups and spoons etc. Although they have a sign that says clean your own dishes - this does not happen! (The sign was dirty) I was looking for dishwasher tablets (box was empty ) in a cupboard under the sink and found dirty dishes plus the shelves were broken and dirty. Taps are broken bins not emptied. Not a pleasant space!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Bruce

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite noisy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Iriarangi

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Gordon

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The spare pillow and blanket had blood marks on them. Reception was not manned till after 3pm and no one there in the morning for departure. The Bathroom had a lot of mould in the shower area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The walll heater was too small for the unit and had a low heat coming out of one side. Even when turned up it made no difference. The room was cold especially at night and looked and felt miserable to the point where my husband and I abandoned our stay. For the money paid it was well over priced. The spare blanket in the room was too dirty to put on the bed. When we arrived at our room there was a pile of washing sitting on the floor close by with no-one in sight to pick it up. Ring in bathroom for holding a small towel was broken. We met an employee as we left and he advised us we could have called maintenance even although there was no reference to be able to contact anyone responsible in the facility. We will not use this facility again. It was our first and last time we will be staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Annabel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place us clean and quiet. Very affordable and spacious for a family. Just need to improve the flush button at the toilet. Everything else is fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irené

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean facilities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

What

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Hikaurua

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Short stay. Couldn’t find any receptionist. Couldn’t get any fresh towels. We left 2 days earlier and got a new hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chamil

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Leo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The so called city view was a view of the fence and parking lot. The bed was extremely uncomfortable and had a gap in the centre.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Raymond

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Value for the money
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Brett

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
The shower and bathroom roof looks like it has mold and the soap and shampoo was empty
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gauravdeep

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Lynette

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't like the shared bathroom and kitchen, was woken up by screaming children, TV in room wasn't good couldn't watch a few channels. Was very disappointed with the lodge
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Angela

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would not stay here again. It was fairly clean in the room but the smell in it when we arrived was awful. After a long drive we wanted to relax for awhile but the smell combined with the uncomfortable bed to sit on meant we sprayed the room & left right away for a few hours despite it being so cold out. When we came back the smell was better in the room. The room had 1 mug, spoon and tiny pottle milk - there were 2 of us staying. The bed is one of the most uncomfortable beds I've ever slept on to the point where I got up with a sore back & had to take painkillers for the trip home. You could hear the springs in the bed popping with any movement & the pillows were also uncomfortable. Yes the room looks like the pics online but it's more run down in person, frayed carpet, old beds & I didn't even want to sit on the sofa. The desk chair was also broken. There is a heat pump but you can feel the cold coming through the ranch slider to the balcony. The bathroom was clean & there are lots of toiletries available which was nice. However the showerhead is very low & not adjustable so I had to duck quite a bit to use (I'm 6ft). The extractor fan was aggressively loud, you could hear it from the main room loudly & you couldn't turn it off - it came on with the light. Overall, would not recommend this place at all. Would never stay again & wish we could have gotten our money back to go somewhere else as soon as we had arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marty

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Checked in. Went to our room and left again to book the motel next door. Will not accept a room with no bathroom facilities. My fault for assuming there would be some in the room. Will never stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Josie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

Dirty and zero service provided

We were staying over during V8 Supercars weekend for 4 nights. This place was very average at best. The rooms weren't very clean when we checked in and they were not serviced at all during our stay. We had to ask for replacement towels and extra toilet paper. The room we had had a King Sized bed and a sofa bed. When we asked to have the sofa bed made up, they just delivered sheets and a small duvet. They had unfolded the bed but had left it to us to make the bed. I certainly wouldn't look to stay here again and would not recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hassle free, nice n clean room, great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Warren

Business traveller
On the positive side - great showers
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025