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The Cove Taupo

3.5 star property
Lakefront motel within easy reach of Lake Taupō

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Presidential Penthouse | Private kitchen
Lake View Studio - Balcony
Lobby sitting area
Presidential Penthouse | Balcony
Premium Spa Suite | View from room
Relax near the shores of Lake Taupo at The Cove Taupo, where you can unwind with a coffee from the on-site cafe. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, luggage storage and helpful staff who are happy to assist with tour tickets.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Front desk safe
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bath or shower
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Premium Spa Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Spa Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Spa Suite Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Triple Studio (1 x King and 1 Single beds)

Triple Studio (1 x King and 1 Single beds)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Lake View Studio - Balcony

Mini Studio Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Mini Studio Compact

Mini Studio Compact

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
213 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Maori Carvings - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Huka Falls - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Fish Box - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Cove Taupo

The Cove Taupo puts you a short five-minute drive from Lake Taupō. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Espresso Cove, which is open for breakfast and lunch, and offers a beachfront location. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Grab bar near toilet
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Special features

Dining

Espresso Cove – This beachfront café serves breakfast, brunch and lunch.
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Fees & policies

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 and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Cove Taupo offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Cove Taupo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Cove Taupo?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Cove Taupo?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cove Taupo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Cove Taupo and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as boat tours, fishing and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course.

Does The Cove Taupo have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a fridge and a microwave.

What's the area around The Cove Taupo like?

The Cove Taupo is a short 19-minute walk from Lake Taupō and 16 minutes' walk from Taupō Hot Springs.

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The Cove Taupo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Lake
Location
View
Bathroom
Bed
Cafes
Shower
Spa

What guests liked

  • The private outdoor spa pool was a highlight, offering a relaxing and amazing experience. (5 reviews)
  • The private outdoor spa pool was amazing and a highlight of the stay. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Room was excellent service excellent will definitely be coming back
2-night trip

10/10

Love the Cove , this was our second time staying there. Definitely will be going back again.
2-night trip

10/10

Great place, was nice staying a bit further out of town - still had a couple of great places to frequent
1-night trip

8/10

Close to the lake, nice view, close to the path for walking.
2-night trip

8/10

We were in a very large executive suite. It was clean and comfortable. The only issue was a very loose tap in the bathroom .
2-night trip

6/10

We felt the property is in need of an update Owner was very nice to deal with
3-night trip

10/10

Very quiet area.
2-night trip

10/10

We found our stay at the Cove to be absolutely wonderful. The service was great, our room was serviced beautifully, the Cafe had lovely treats to eat, thanks for our stay.
2-night trip

8/10

Clean and smart, with easy parking, great Cafe attached.
1-night trip

8/10

Parking was a constant gamble and the TV barely worked. Though the room was clean and it was close enough to town to get a good walk or a quick drive. Would stay again
4-night trip

10/10

Very nice accommodation representing good value.
2-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay
1-night trip

8/10

Room was on small side even for a couple. “Kitchenette” had no sink ( only water in bathroom). Had to ask for dishwashing cloths. Cute little balcony but no light out there.
2-night trip

4/10

We would stay again, the only thing we could fault was on arrival there was a message on the desk to say 'back in 5 mins' but we waited quite a some time and eventually had to ring the phone number of the hotel to get someone to book us in.The lady who came was apologetic, but it wasn't a good look for the hotel.
1-night trip

10/10

close to lake
1-night trip

10/10

The hosts were wonderful and there was a nice walking trail along the water just outside the front door
1-night trip

8/10

Lovely location. Very comfortable bed. Have stayed twice and would stay again. Bathroom needs basic update. No towel rail and only a hook on back of bathroom door.
2-night trip

6/10

Location is great
1-night trip

10/10

Everything about the property worked for us
1-night trip

10/10

Great location, friendly staff, good facilities
3-night trip

10/10

Great value for money
1-night trip

10/10

Had a great stay here at The cove, amazing breakfast at the cove cafe great views and friendly helpful staff..highly recommend for a relaxing wknd away.. Thermal pool on deck was the Best👌
2-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay, comfortable beds and sky tv. Nice big deck and spa.
2-night trip

8/10

Friendly staff. Great cafe on site.
1-night trip

10/10

Love the cafe by lake
2-night trip