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Clearwater Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront motel near Lake Taupō

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Studio (First Floor) | Lake view
Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Property amenity
Outdoor pool
Studio (Beach Level) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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229 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Kaimanawa Reserve
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio (First Floor) | Living area | 35-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, DVD player

Studio (First Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio (Beach Level) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio (Beach Level)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio/Family Beach Level | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio/Family Beach Level

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Partial lake view
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Taupō

On the beach.Your stay at this Waipahihi motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupō. Three Mile Bay and Taupō Hot Springs are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Maori Carvings - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club Taupo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Clearwater Motor Lodge

3.5-star beachfront motel near Lake Taupō
Clearwater Motor Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Clearwater Motor Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Taupō motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Clearwater Motor Lodge offers 10 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 35-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Taupō motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 35-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 18 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 25 (one-way), (from 3 to 18 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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 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: Alipay, PayPal, and WeChat Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. 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. 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, Union Pay, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Alipay, PayPal, and WeChat Pay.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Clearwater Motor Lodge
Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo
Clearwater Motor Taupo
Clearwater Hotel Taupo
Clearwater Motor Lodge Motel
Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo
Clearwater Motor Lodge Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Clearwater Motor Lodge to the airport?

Clearwater Motor Lodge is 3.2 mi (6-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Clearwater Motor Lodge offers an airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, on request, for a charge of NZD 25. per person, one-way.

How close is Clearwater Motor Lodge to the beach?

This motel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Clearwater Motor Lodge, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 18 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have a pool?

Clearwater Motor Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Clearwater Motor Lodge to downtown Taupō?

Clearwater Motor Lodge is 1.7 mi away from Taupō.

Clearwater Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 226 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, close to the lake, and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel with great views
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was awesome staying there
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The views from the balcony are outstanding across the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark Julius

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location by the lake, modern unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed, spacious and excellent spa bath!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pirihira

Liked: Amenities
Really love being able to watch the lake and mountains while sitting in a nice hot spa bath in our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic view's over the lake from room 5, the room was spotlessly clean and had everything required including the spa tub. The staff were friendly and accommodating. Five stars all round.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location with fabulous views, very friendly staff, room very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, tasteful decor, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place needs money and time to update. Aged jacuzzi's in middle of room need removing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on Lake Taupo! Beautiful Views, Clean and safe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value,good walks on the lake. Parking can be tight. People smoke outside and cigarettes smell polluted the neighboring unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not your average motel room!

A last minute booking during a very busy week in Taupo. Right on the lake front, a large spacious room. Super clean, comfy bed and good shower! Also a large comfy couch. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were so please with our room, we were downstairs, no:10. Layout of the room is great, loved the spa bath!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View - amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous three nights at Clearwater. We loved being right beside the lake and had a beautiful panoramic view from our unit. The setting was very restful - just what we needed. The Clearwater staff were very friendly and helpful, the bed was comfortable, and the shower and in-room spa were great. (Fantastic pressure in the shower!) The motor lodge is only a quick drive (or a nice walk) into town for coffee, shopping, activities and takeaway meals, and we also went down to Rainbow Point for some fantastic fish ‘n’ chips one evening. We booked a two-hour fishing trip with Marty and Stratus and caught six trout, which we had smoked at the local butcher - a brilliant way to end our holiday. Thank you, Clearwater! We’ll be back asap.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here previously and its always great. I was charged an additional $30 cleaning fee as it was ANZAC day. The room rate advertised should have included this surcharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Herita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adele was amazing. Thanks. The spa needs some attention. As it did not turn off, it sounded like it was filling up then leaking noises somewhere. It turned off around 7.00 in the morning. Also, maybe a few more pods for the coffee maker.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived to a lovely warm room (thermally heated) which is good in winter. Well set up, comfortable bed and spa bath. View over the lake was what I wanted. We'll appointed. Stepped out of the property onto the lakeside walkway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a beach front room and it was lovely and clean. Had a good number of towels and was a very relaxing space. The spa in the room was great too, although you are asked not to use the jets in the spa after 10pm and you can't use it at all after 11pm, which doesn't suit when you come back from a dinner or function. The parking lot is not suited to larger vehicles and onstreet parking is very limited. There were no hidden costs or holds, so it was great to stay at a place that you only paid what was listed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very warm due to thermal heat under the foundations, perfect in mid winter a little too warm for late Sept. air con works well. Plumbing quite noisy from rooms close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lambertus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Taupo

Geweldig motel. Kamer direct aan het meer. Prachtig uitzicht. Superschoon en vriendelijke ontvangst. Dichtbij het centrum.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RACHEL

Magnifique chambre avec balcon sur le bord du lac Taupo. Nous avons adoré. Vue incroyable du lac avec piste de marche et cyclable. Baignade dans l’eau chaude du lac. Lits confortables, cuisine bien équipée et belle salle de bain et jacuzzi inclus. Tout était parfait. Restaurants tout près.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025