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4.1 out of 5

"We were only needing one night, booked this place as it advertised a bar and restaurant. Perfect after driving all day. Watch out: bar and restaurant ... " More

By a verified traveller on Thu 04 Jan 2024

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Hotel Description

A family-friendly stay in Turangi awaits you at Parklands Motorlodge. You'll be 5.8 km (3.6 mi) from Tokaanu Thermal Pools and 6 km (3.7 mi) from Lake Taupo. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and free self parking.

The restaurant, Riverside Restaurant, is open for dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the motel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the spa tub, sauna, kids' swimming pool, and pool loungers. 301 square feet (28 square meters) of event facilities include a meeting room and a conference center, and other business amenities include a business center. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and ski storage. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-star Turangi motel include Tongariro National Park and Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

Standard Cabin 2PAX (shared amenities)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$155* Per night/room 30 Apr. - 1 May

Standard Cabin 5PAX (shared amenities)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Parklands Motorlodge ratings based on 75 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.1 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Parklands Motorlodge

Everyone (48) Couples (14) Family (10)
1 out of 5
Check in was convenient however room was not serviced as requested after first night leaving us with no towels or tea making supplies. Service on day 3 did not include fresh bed linen, even though I had stripped the bed, leaving us with no sheets for the night! Bed was soggy and wobbly. Room was dirty behind furniture and dusty. Kitchen was not fully stocked for two guests. Reception staff were pleasant and apologised with partial refund offered. Initial welcome sheet did not include after hours contact details.

Posted by on 21 Feb. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Feb. 2024 by chenara

Thank you for providing additional details about your recent stay.We want to clarify that our information sheet explicitly advises guests to utilize the after-hours number in case of emergencies, which would have been suitable for the issues you encountered. We understand that you mentioned not seeing this information on the sheet, and we regret any confusion.Throughout your stay, multiple avenues were available for assistance, including our office and restaurant staff. We regret not being informed earlier to promptly address any concerns.After your departure, I spoke with the housekeepers who recall providing thorough service, including changing bed linens, and were eager to discuss any misunderstandings. However, you had left immediately after receiving your 50% "partial" refund of over 300.We sincerely regret that despite our efforts to promptly address any concerns upon your departure, your experience was reflected in a 1-star review. We genuinely aimed to rectify any issues and ensure your satisfaction. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we hope to have the opportunity to improve and exceed your expectations in the future.

5 out of 5

Posted by on 12 Jan. 2024

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 11 Jan. 2024

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3 out of 5
We were only needing one night, booked this place as it advertised a bar and restaurant. Perfect after driving all day. Watch out: bar and restaurant not open on public holidays. Wish we had known this before booking.

Posted by on 4 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

8 Jan. 2024 by Chenara Cameron

Hi Allan Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback, the restaurant is managed separately to the motel, however it is noted on our website and booking confirmations that it is closed public holidays and sundays - if in doubt for future bookings I suggest calling ahead and checking if in doubt to avoid disappointment

1 out of 5
Unfortunately when we arrived our room had ants that were all up the wall and in the bedding. Although we were offered another room, there was no acknowledgement or apology for the situation. We decided to not stay and again received no apology, offer of refund or anything.

Posted by on 30 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

30 Dec. 2023 by Chenara

Good Morning HannahThanks for taking the time to leave your review. We did apologize and mentioned that we would be spraying the next day as our attempt at mitigating the problem as it was late afternoon by the time you had informed us which is when we were first made aware, unfortunately, the hot humid weather we have had the last couple of days does attract ants, which is exactly why we were going to spray as soon as we were made aware of the issue. The very first thing you asked for was a refund, we then offered you another room, which you initially accepted and then declined. I suspect this review is more about the fact that when you arrived the weather was not that great and you did not want to stay / pay the cancelation fee as the very first thing you had asked for was your money back instead of allowing us to rectify the issue - the fact you declined the second room, shows that you didn't want to stay here regardless and there was nothing we could do to change that. There is a reason motels take full payment at the time of booking, and that is to prevent guests from showing up and then changing their mind on staying last minute After you had left we went and checked the room and there might have been a few ants which we were able to get rid of, but not to the extent you had made out. Have a fantastic new year! and once again thanks for leaving your feedback

5 out of 5
We had a great overnight stay here. We needed somewhere half way between Wellington and Auckland to break up the long drive for the kids. The pool was a hit and the big inflatable pillow was fun. The playground is definitely for smaller kids 7 and under. The games room was a bit of a let down. The only functional item was the table tennis. And the day we stayed the spa had been emptied. The room was perfect with Twin beds for kids in the separate bedroom and queen in the main space. Overall ots a great place and we would stay again.

Posted by on 28 Dec. 2023

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 21 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

9 Jan. 2024 by Chenara

Thanks for your 4 star rating - much appreciated

5 out of 5
We loved our one night stay, wish we could have stayed longer. Will definitely come back again.

Posted by on 29 Sep. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Oct. 2023 by chenara

We're thrilled to hear that you loved your one-night stay with us! We understand the desire to stay longer, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable visit. Thank you for your kind words, and we look forward to your return!

2 out of 5
TV &wifi did not work There were black spots on ceiling of the shower cubicles & toilet block, most possibly mould from steamy showers. This is a health hazard especially for anyone with a chronic lung disease such as asthma

Posted by on 22 Sep. 2023

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4 out of 5
Great spot to walk to the town.

Posted by on 22 Oct. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Oct. 2022 by Chenara

Thanks for your feedback and 4 star review - much appreciated

Property Features

Parklands Motorlodge offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Event space at this motel measures 301 square feet (28 square meters) and includes a conference center. Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Parklands Motorlodge. A roundtrip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available. This 3.5-star Turangi motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • 301 sq ft of conference space
  • 28 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1986
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Children's pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

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

Room Amenities

Parklands Motorlodge offers 30 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. This Turangi motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

  • Private patio
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Local calls (free)
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Unique furnishings
  • Change of towels (on request)

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Riverside Restaurant - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 20.0 per night.

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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No lifts
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Gloves are available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not 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 does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 12.00 per person
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night
  • 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.

Hotel Names

  • ASURE Parklands Motorlodge Motel
  • Parklands Hotel Turangi
  • Asure Parklands Motorlodge Motel Turangi
  • Asure Parklands Motorlodge Turangi
  • Asure Parklands Motorlodge
  • Parklands Motorlodge Motel
  • Asure Parklands Motorlodge
  • Parklands Motorlodge Turangi
  • Parklands Motorlodge Motel Turangi

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*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.