Lake Taupo Motor Inn

3.5 star property

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Meeting facility
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is $100
$87 nightly
$100 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30

Explore the area

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33 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Spa Tub Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

One Bedroom Unit

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Ground Floor Studio Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Two Bedroom Luxury Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Spa Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Taupō

With a stay at Lake Taupo Motor Inn in Taupō (Taupō Central), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupō and Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. .This motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Taupō Museum and Art Gallery.

What's nearby

  • beach near Taupō Central - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club Taupo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils.

This Taupō motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 hot tubs are on site along with an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 32 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Additional amenities at this motel include barbecue grills and a banquet hall.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:30 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 48 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property requires payment 30 days in advance for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lake Taupo Motor
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
Lake Taupo Motel
Lake Taupo Motor Hotel Taupo
Lake Taupo Motor Hotel
Lake Taupo Motor Inn Motel
Lake Taupo Motor Inn Taupo
Lake Taupo Motor Inn Motel Taupo

Lake Taupo Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 584 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 330 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Leia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice place clean and easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained motel with a kitchenette and utensils which suited us for 3 breakfasts while there. Plenty of parking and close to all the shops and eating establishments.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and a good size it was nice and clean. Walking distance to town which was good. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John-Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The two bedroom rooms are huge, very clean and comfortable. Friendly staff and we loved the spa after a day of mountain biking. Just a couple of blocks from the centre of town and the lake. A great motel option.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great one night stay - spacious room , small view of the lake , location awesome for a walk into town for evening meal , priced very well , Would recommend for sure
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Staff were very helpful and the breakfast was excellent value when added on the room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very helpful staff. Handy location for restaurants and shops
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, good size, nice to have a hot tub. Very clean, good size balcony. Respite couple of nights from the campervan!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean spacious airy room, friendly reception staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Pool was chilly but hot tub was comfortable (not hot). Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff are very nice. Room was quite not too much noice from outside
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely apartment, clean and tidy, washing machine and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, friendly staff and close to everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Christine

Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fantastic. Spa bath, comfy chairs, nice balcony with view. Only thing missing was a decent mug for a cuppa.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mubing

Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great! Clean room, great view of the lake, could walk anywhere and great staff. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
No complaints except cost to use laundry facilities rather high.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless. Staff friendly and approachable. Highly recommend. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025