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The Cove Taupo

3.5 star property

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A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the sea, a fruit bowl on the counter, and a view of the ocean through the window.
A modern building with large cylindrical structures, a paved area with small plants, and a view of a body of water.
A terrace with wicker furniture, a table with two wine glasses and a bottle, and a view of a lake with mountains in the distance.
A balcony with a chair and a sofa, large windows with a view of the sea and mountains, and a potted plant.
A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a wooden cabinet, and a round coffee table.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July

Explore the area

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213 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, TaupĹŤ Hot Springs
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, TaupĹŤ Airport (TUO)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Spa Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window, and a door to a spa pool.

Premium Spa Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Spa Suite

A room with a bathtub, a bed, and a small window.

Spa Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Studio (1 x King and 1 Single beds)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Triple Studio (1 x King and 1 Single beds)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Studio

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a sofa, and a wall-mounted mirror.

Executive Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Mini Studio Compact

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a window with a view, and a carpeted floor.

Mini Studio Compact

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Mini Studio Balcony

A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, a black throw blanket, and a glass side table with a lamp.

Mini Studio Balcony

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

View all photos for Spa Suite Access

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with two chairs, a small round table, a flat-screen TV, and a floor lamp.

Spa Suite Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

TaupĹŤ

At The Cove Taupo you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Lake Taupō and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Maori Carvings. Highlights at this beach motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .The café, Espresso Cove, is open for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Waipahihi motel include Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa.
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What's nearby

  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • TaupĹŤ Hot Springs - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • beach near TaupĹŤ Central - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 3 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • TaupĹŤ Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club Taupo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Lago - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star Taupo - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Cove Taupo

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Cove Taupo also features tour/ticket assistance and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star TaupĹŤ motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Cove Taupo offers 19 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This TaupĹŤ motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. 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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Espresso Cove

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 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
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 credit cards and cash
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
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 and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Cove Motel Taupo
Cove Taupo
The Cove Hotel Taupo
Cove Taupo Motel
The Cove Taupo Motel
The Cove Taupo Taupo
The Cove Taupo Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Cove Taupo?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Cove Taupo?

As of 22 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cove Taupo on 28 Jul 2026 start from NZ$140, 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 The Cove Taupo?

Yep, The Cove Taupo has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Cove Taupo?

No, there is no spa at this property. TaupĹŤ Hot Springs is a short 18-minute walk away.

Does The Cove Taupo have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at The Cove Taupo, but TaupĹŤ Hot Springs is a short 18-minute walk away.

What makes The Cove Taupo a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Cove Taupo.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cove Taupo?

No, The Cove Taupo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Cove Taupo?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Cove Taupo's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch and lunch.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cove Taupo?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Cove Taupo?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Cove Taupo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 553 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 553 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 553 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 553 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 553 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay here
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

Great location very pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking fine rooms beautiful and clean all in all a lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, close to the lake
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Nice lake views and an excellent cafe
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, spacious, clean and tidy. Staff were great, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Loimata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to visit very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location to the lake, room and amenities were great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highlight was geothermal spa bath next to your room with view. Downside the smell i guess from the old Carpet needs thorough clean and shampooing, otherwise we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great view from the room, clean room, central location to restaurants and the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Steven Le

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean rooms great view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good đź‘Ť i was happy with my stay there. I will keep you informed about my next year's visit to the Supercars 2027 will Thursday Friday Saturday time Regards Clive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and after hour arrival service excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, spacious room, great cafe, and very near to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome to stay in and will stay another time in future
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Place was an okay one day stop over on our way through. Bed was comfortable, couch was not.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful room and super clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Lynne

Liked: Staff & service
Lovely spa pool but was far to hot. Staff are great and very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was superb. Absolutely fabulous views of lake, relaxing spa, and very well equipped kitchenette, with microwave fridge, and small sink. The proximity to Expresso Cave cafe and accessible parking completes a very well appointed complex
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Peren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, the room was comfortable but lacked some privacy for the spa pool being quite visible. The kitchen sink was also very small making washing dishes difficult. For a short stay it was fine
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 3 nights. The room was a great size and well appointed with all you need for a few nights. It was clean but dated. Bathroom could use an upgrade and more attention to detail in the clean. Bed was comfortable. Spa on balcony was great (hot on night 1 but cooler on other nights). We stayed on first floor and there’s no lift so had to lug our bags up and down the stairs so people considering booking will need to keep that in mind. Parking was easy too.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Carle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and check out, staff were awesome room was spacious and very clean. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allanah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay for the night to break up the drive from Auckland to Wellington
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness
Very interesting property. Check-in was a breeze. Nice view of the lake, small (but adequate) room. A/C leaked onto table & floor, but nobody at front desk to report it to. Good location for a couple of nights max. Close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
View was really nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025