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Little Haven

Property class: 3.5

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A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on a wall. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.
A signboard listing amenities such as a swimming pool, spa pool, games room, play ground, and boat parking.
A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table with flowers, a kitchen area with a green backsplash, and a painting of a mountain landscape.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small kitchen area, and a dining table.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the surrounding area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $122
$106 nightly
$122 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31

Explore the area

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52 Rifle Range Road, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Lake Taupō
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Three Bedroom

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a countertop and cabinets.

Three Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 914 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Two Bedroom

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a TV.

Two Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 699 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for One Bedroom

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small kitchen area, and a dining table.

One Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Two Bedroom with Lake View

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small wooden table, and a kitchen area with a green backsplash.

Two Bedroom with Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 699 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Taupō

With a stay at Little Haven in Taupō (Taupō Central), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupō and Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. .This motel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Taupō Museum and Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Taupō - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • beach near Taupō Central - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Waterside - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star Taupo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Little Haven

Little Haven offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 0.9 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during May, June, July, August, September, and October:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 0.9 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from October to May
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

52 Rifle Motel Taupo
52 Rifle Motel
52 Rifle Taupo
52 on Rifle Motel
Little Haven Motel
Little Haven Taupo
Little Haven Motel Taupo
Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel)

Little Haven Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 239 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, facilities, comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff, would definitely stay again 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
T was very welcoming and lovely to deal with and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Little Haven. This was a girls weekend away and my friend and I got upgraded to a 3 bedroom unit so we could both have a queen bed each, which was very appreciated! The units have everything you need and are very cosy for a winter stay. Also, easy walking distance to the shops and restaurants. Will definitely stay here again and highly recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, facilities and staff were fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really friendly staff and clean accomodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous stay here for one night. The room was super clean and loved the two bedroom apartment and it was so lovely to wake up to a view. The pool looked inviting and the games room is a great bonus. We will definitely be back to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and had all the amenities required. Very helpful on reception and very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 2 bedroom unit was perfect for our weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good space, quiet, clean cool pool. Staff friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can't find fault with this lodging. It's close to town if you don't mind a walk, plus there's a little strip of shops across the road if you need something quickly. There's a lot of eateries close by and most of all, the staff cannot do enough for you. They are friendly, helpful and considerate. They have no shortage of recommendations which makes it easier when visiting for the first time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable room, newly renovated bathroom, free laundry was wonderful, and the kids play area was fantastic. All of this with very friendly and very helpful staff made this a wonderful place to stay in Taupo. Wish we had longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 2 nights. Room was clean, modern and comfortable due to recent upgrades to the property. Allocated parking for each room. Walk to town 10-15 minutes where there is a great choice of restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly hosts and idea spot for a quiet and private spot close to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central, lovely friendly hosts, quiet possie, within walking distance to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly accomadating clean and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly hosts Colin and Lisa whose service and plans for our two night stay exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, exceptional clean, super friendly staff and perfect location. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous, and the bed was super comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely clean and spacious apartments
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and tidy room. Staffs are friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely two bedroom unit. Great location and host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property for kids with pool and play area. Easy walk to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and rooms were so nice&clean. We had everything we needed and hosts were very kind. We will be back 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fantastic place to stay on a visit to Taupo. The rooms were very clean, comfortable and modern. The location is convenient near the town centre. We had a two bedroom unit that was perfect for a family of four. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very understanding and accommodating! Will definitely visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025