The Lake Motel

Property class: 3.5
Suburban motel in Taupō

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The Lake Motel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupō. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking. Free bike rentals and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept

Room options

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View all photos for Classic Suite, Multiple Beds

A black and white modern living room with a black leather sofa, a patterned coffee table, and a red pillow.

Classic Suite, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for 1960's Suite

A compact living space with a red sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchenette, and a television.

1960's Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for 1970's Suite 3

A living room with a sofa, chairs, a television, and a cabinet.

1970's Suite 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Unit #5 - The Courtyard

A living room with a white sofa, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Unit #5 - The Courtyard

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View

A hotel room with two single beds, each with an orange pillow and a white blanket. There is a white wardrobe, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
63 Mere Road, Taupo, 0330

What's nearby

  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • beach near Taupō Central - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Cove Taupo - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Waterside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lone Star Taupo - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Lake Motel

  • The Lake Motel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupō. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking. Free bike rentals and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 6 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skiing lessons nearby
  • Segway hire/tours nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Marina nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free bike hire

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Property class

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

Also known as

Lake Motel Taupo
The Lake Motel Motel
The Lake Motel Taupo
The Lake Motel Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Does The Lake Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Lake Motel 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 Lake Motel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Lake Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lake Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Lake Motel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs and segway hire. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The Lake Motel like?

The Lake Motel is in Taupō Central, a short 7-minute drive from Taupō Airport (TUO) and 13 minutes' walk from Lake Taupō.

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Reviews

The Lake Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property offers a rare and welcome pet-friendly environment with no adverse smells. (5 reviews)
  • The hotel's restaurant recommendations were greatly appreciated and led to enjoyable dining experiences. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great retro rooms & staff very friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable, felt like a private batch than a motel. The extra single bed was great. Love the unique decor! We stayed in winter but it would be stunning in summer with use of a lovely back garden common area.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place, spacious, quiet and well positioned. The owners were so friendly and lovely. We only stayed for one night but it totally worth it
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10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff excellent facilities and very clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful property and location. Additionally the hosts (Di and Tony) were tremendous. Lot’s to see and do in the area.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the themed hotel and rooms were very clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Funky decore, nice kitchen, close to everything, very comfortable
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay in a lovely property.
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10/10 Exceptional

Super clean and cozy, with an easy-to-use kitchen, a TV, and a very comfortable bed. Great location too, close to the lake. The shower is excellent as well. Staff is very friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

What a great place to stay, had everything we needed. Great location, would stay again
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable studio with lovely furnishings
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10/10 Exceptional

Booked in pretty last minute and the staff were super friendly and helpful and the room was amazing. We are wish we could have stayed longer!
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8/10 Very good

Great affordable motel in a quiet area!
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8/10 Very good

We stayed in room 5, a quirky retro style room. Hosts were friendly and we had everything we needed for a comfortable one night stay. Only thing preventing 5 stars instead of 4 was host lived in room above and we could hear every footstep. Would definitely stay here again if visiting Taupo.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely accommodations in a relatively quiet location, not far from the lake. Nicely designed and furnished. Updated and comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional

Super cute and clean property! Tony gave us some excellent recommendations around the area (we loved Two Mile Bay Sailing Club!). We had the guesthouse in the back which felt nice and private. Would definitely stay again
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6/10 Good

Great room but very compact
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10/10 Exceptional

Great little place, owner friendly and helpful
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Quiet and small, so not super busy so relaxing.
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8/10 Very good

Quaint and comfortable place to stay

We stayed one night but were happy with the space of our unit..separate bedroom and spacious bathroom.
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10/10 Exceptional

A very nice motel. The room was clean, comfortable, and very quiet. The neighbourhood felt safe and was also very quiet. It's a little ways out from the main town by foot, but is still only a 3 min drive from the main shops and restaurants. It's clear they've put money into upkeep - the backyard is nicely manicured and kept up, and the rooms are in good shape. It's not a 5 star hotel but for the price and for it being a motel, it's excellent.
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean. Showers good. Bed could be a bit more comfortable. Cheers
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and had everything we needed. Loved the retro themed decor and it did not feel like a motel. Tony and Di were friendly and their accommodation is reasonably priced and highly recommended!
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10/10 Exceptional

The Lake Hotel was very cute and comfortable. Wish we had stayed here more than 1 night just because it was so cute! Host steered us to a delicious dinner at the Mole and Chicken and we overall really enjoyed our stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend booking the retro 70’s awesome stay brought back good memories of being in that era the decor was a throwback and the added touch was the couch will book again soon👍