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Taihape Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Taihape motel

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Exclusive Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Studio Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room | Room amenity
Family Suite | Private kitchen
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1 Kuku St, Taihape, Manawatu-Wanganui, 4720
  • Place, Taihape Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Taihape Gumboot
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mt Stewart Reserve
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Family Suite | Private kitchen

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Studio Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Taihape

In Taihape .You'll be steps from Taihape Town Hall and within a 10-minute walk of Mt Stewart Reserve. Also, Taihape Gumboot is within half a mile (1 km) and Mangaweka Adventure Co - is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Taihape Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Taihape Gumboot - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mt Stewart Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 44 min drive - 46.9 miles
  • Turoa Ski Area - 57 min drive - 58.7 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brown Sugar Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crystal Bar Tearooms & Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Soul Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gretna Hotel And Pub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Taihape Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Taihape motel
WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Taihape motel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Taihape Motel offers 21 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekday continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15 to 20 per person

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Long-term renters welcome.

We should mention

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Taihape Motel Motel
Taihape Motel Taihape
Taihape Motel Motel Taihape

Frequently asked questions

How close is Taihape Motel to the airport?

Taihape Motel is 68 mi (82-min drive) away from the Whanganui (WAG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Taihape Motel?

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Taihape Motel on Dec 13, 2025 start from $40.46, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Taihape Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Taihape Motel.

Does Taihape Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Taihape Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 15.00 and 20.00 per person.

Is there a casino at Taihape Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Taihape Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Taihape Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Taihape Motel have a pool?

Taihape Motel does not have a pool.

Does Taihape Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Taihape Motel to downtown Taihape?

Taihape Motel is 0.1 mi away from Taihape.

Taihape Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 144 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Disliked: Amenities
No hot water in unit 10. I paid extra for a private bathroom, and couldn’t have a shower because of the absence of hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and availability was important to me. Comfortable but not salubrious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shower head very low and very little pressure if this is addressed would be great as walking distance to amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Wilma

Clean and tidy but poorly heated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A convenient stop to break our journey.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was conveneant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Taihape Motel.

Good little Motel but we felt a little cramped. It could do with a better armchair which was so low it was hard to get out off. Seemed like it's feer had fallen off. Bigger mugs and three, not two, would be helpful. We appreciated the ellectric blankets.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely thanking yous beautiful spot lovely kind service thank u 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old. Worn out chairs, very old decor and appliances...looks like original 60s shower with poor water pressure - had to run around to get wet! Budget heat pump that took ages to warm the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristoffer Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I like how tidy it is but the Wifi Connection is very poor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Murray

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect for what we needed. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ADRIAAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was all there, but somewhat quaint and cute; a taste of the good old days. The heatpump was old and ineffective, but the bed was supremely comfortable. An enjoyable one night stay for one person. André.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Doreen o

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The host was very pleasant and helpful but just wanted to see some planting in the garden boxes to improve the outside areas
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Parshant

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, perfect for a short stay, good communication, and easy when travelling with a pet. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Adequate for one night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s was suitable for me as I was able to cook my own breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025