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Clearwater Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Taupō beachfront motel with outdoor pool

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Studio (First Floor) | Lake view
Studio (Beach Level)
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, espresso maker
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Studio (First Floor) | Balcony view
Nestled in Waipahihi, Clearwater Motor Lodge offers a serene retreat with an outdoor pool, spa tub, and garden. Enjoy the convenience of free self parking, laundry facilities, barbecue grills and tour/ticket assistance while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul

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Studio/Family Beach Level

Studio/Family Beach Level

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 47 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Studio (First Floor) | Living area

Studio (First Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 38 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio (Beach Level)

Studio (Beach Level)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 38 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
229 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 3 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
  • A.C. Baths - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 5 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Fish Box - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Clearwater Motor Lodge

Located just 3.1 mi (5 km) from the airport, Clearwater Motor Lodge offers a shuttle (available on request). Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and the Hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences at this Mediterranean motel include fridges and microwaves.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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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 2 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9 AM
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service

What to do

  • On the beach

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 35-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 18 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 3 and 18 costs NZD 25 (one-way)

Policies

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 does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, PayPal and WeChat Pay.

Also known as

Clearwater Motor Lodge
Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo
Clearwater Motor Taupo
Clearwater Hotel Taupo
Clearwater Motor Lodge Motel
Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo
Clearwater Motor Lodge Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request. The charge is NZD 25 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Clearwater Motor Lodge and nearby?

Clearwater Motor Lodge has an outdoor pool and a hot tub, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a jetted bath.

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes an espresso maker, a coffee maker and a toaster.

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Clearwater Motor Lodge like?

Clearwater Motor Lodge is in Waipahihi, a short 5-minute drive from Taupō Airport (TUO) and 17 minutes' walk from Lake Taupō.

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Clearwater Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It was awesome staying there
Amin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous location with fabulous views, very friendly staff, room very clean and comfortable
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were so please with our room, we were downstairs, no:10. Layout of the room is great, loved the spa bath!
Samuel, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

View - amazing!!!
Claire, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean. Beautiful view.
June, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a beach front room and it was lovely and clean. Had a good number of towels and was a very relaxing space. The spa in the room was great too, although you are asked not to use the jets in the spa after 10pm and you can't use it at all after 11pm, which doesn't suit when you come back from a dinner or function. The parking lot is not suited to larger vehicles and onstreet parking is very limited. There were no hidden costs or holds, so it was great to stay at a place that you only paid what was listed.
Sarah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was very warm due to thermal heat under the foundations, perfect in mid winter a little too warm for late Sept. air con works well. Plumbing quite noisy from rooms close by.
Susan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Taupo

Geweldig motel. Kamer direct aan het meer. Prachtig uitzicht. Superschoon en vriendelijke ontvangst. Dichtbij het centrum.
Lambertus, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Colin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Magnifique chambre avec balcon sur le bord du lac Taupo. Nous avons adoré. Vue incroyable du lac avec piste de marche et cyclable. Baignade dans l’eau chaude du lac. Lits confortables, cuisine bien équipée et belle salle de bain et jacuzzi inclus. Tout était parfait. Restaurants tout près.
RACHEL, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Not your average motel room!

A last minute booking during a very busy week in Taupo. Right on the lake front, a large spacious room. Super clean, comfy bed and good shower! Also a large comfy couch. Will stay again.
Barry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Iain, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We arrived to a lovely warm room (thermally heated) which is good in winter. Well set up, comfortable bed and spa bath. View over the lake was what I wanted. We'll appointed. Stepped out of the property onto the lakeside walkway.
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and well appointed – great place to stay and relax – loved it
Lisa, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Service was terrible

Staff were extremely hard to communicate with and we’re very accomodating.
Letitia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room, excellent views of lake, friendly staff.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Def recommended

Very happy with the service and the room, thank you. Very clean, modern decoration with everything you need. Great shower pressure too. Only slight negative was that we ordered a cooked breakfast and it arrived almost cold. Otherwise loved it thank you!!
Christie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The views. The spa pool
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Have stayed here in the past and is starting to b a bit shabby , plastic flowers , carpet starting to lift , have to get in spa to put plug in and step out onto carpet
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice friendly welcome room was excellent and clean
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family friendly rooms with access to the water. Mineral pool and in room Spa baths.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very comfortable spacious ,spotless place with great views ,kitchen well supplied ,spa bath amaaazing! breakfast not up to standard of rest of property
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything we wanted in an overnight stay accommodation was present with top of the list being a comfortable bed and good bathroom facilities. Good quality internet is also important and this was provided.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A little Tired - Overall Okay though

very clean and tidy just a little run down but not too bad the pool was in need of a big clean but the room and bathroom were very clean bathroom needed a little upgrading - but overall happy to be fair.
Ckelly, 2-night trip