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Silver Fern Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star motel near Lake Taupō

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Double Room, 2 Bedrooms | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Shared fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Garden
City View Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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118 Tamamutu Street, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, 2 Bedrooms | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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City View Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

City View Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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City View Quad Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

City View Quad Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Lake Facing Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Lake Facing Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Three Bedroom Apartment | In-room dining

Three Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard room with shared bathroom | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard room with shared bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room With City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Taupō

Heart of Taupō.With a stay at this Taupō Central motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Taupō and 2 miles (3 km) of Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crafty TROUT Brewing Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Japan Deli - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Silver Fern Lodge

3-star motel near Lake Taupō
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Silver Fern Lodge.

This 3-star Taupō motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Silver Fern Lodge offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Taupō motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Library

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 3.15 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 35 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 35 (one-way), (from 5 to 16 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.15 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Silver Fern Lodge.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Silver Fern Lodge
Silver Fern Lodge Taupo
Silver Fern Taupo
Silver Fern Lodge Motel
Silver Fern Lodge Taupo
Silver Fern Lodge Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Silver Fern Lodge to the airport?

Silver Fern Lodge is 4.8 mi (9-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Silver Fern Lodge?

As of May 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silver Fern Lodge on Jun 25, 2026 start from $39, including 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 Silver Fern Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Silver Fern Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of NZD 35 per person, one-way.

Does Silver Fern Lodge offer free breakfast?

Silver Fern Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Silver Fern Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Silver Fern Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Silver Fern Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Silver Fern Lodge have a pool?

Silver Fern Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Silver Fern Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Silver Fern Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Silver Fern Lodge to downtown Taupō?

Silver Fern Lodge is 0.4 mi away from Taupō.

Silver Fern Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 887 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 887 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 887 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 887 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 887 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Judy, Feilding

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Bryant

Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was heavily scented with something to cover the smell of what the driver thought was damp. Bits of toilet paper over bathroom floor. When windows closed still a little noisy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very happy with my stay, the room was clean and tidy. Happy with check in and great to have under cover parking. I would stay there again and recommend it to my friends and family
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Tony

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Site said 3p.m. check in at premises 2p.m.could have checked in at this time. No toaster one spoon for coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sunena

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Graeme, Ultimo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Marilyn

The
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Rahul

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had once stayed here and it was good. Now it seems that major renovations are due. Rooms felt outdated and dirty. We had the 3 bedroom apartment and it is certainly lacking in many ways.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price this was a great place to stay- bang for buck. Staff were over accomodating and super friendly. I travelled with mum and forgot to ask for the sofa bed too. We asked for sheets to make it upourselves but they insisted that they make it up for us and did. Great spot, close access to everthing but in a quieter part of town. Gave the real holiday vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Bernice

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
We got the 3 bedroom family suite. The only good thing was the beds were ok. The oven doesn't go, there were no baking tins, only one stovetop pan. There were no cloths or washing liquid, a overused washing brush and we had to ask for toilet paper after we arrived. For the price nearly $300 for the night, we expected the in-room amenities to be available. The main bedroom had water leaking all through the wardrobe on the carpet, from the shower on the other side of the wall. Will not stay again with our family, we had to "improvise" far too much even just for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

marjeat

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had not been cleaned properly. There was dust around the walls, on surfaces and behind the bathroom door. One of the drapes was coming off the runner and the small blind over the small window was broken. The carpet from the entry way to our room was in desperate need of a vacuum. All the walls had scuff marks. The staff were not very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Nikki

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Parking and location were brilliant. Unfortunately it's dirty. King bed is two single mattresses together that aren't the same height. Lots of broken things. Theplace would be great with some tlc
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Needs a refurb
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good solid accommodation option close to the centre of Palmy, convenient parking right outside the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Veronica

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rupesh

All over good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lovella, Hastings

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

vijay

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Liang

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff was nice. Room was dirty. Trash was in the bin when I arrived. Fridge was broken and smelly. Other guests were loud and running around the hall. Bathroom was really dirty with dust and dirt everywhere. Bed was old and uncomfortable. It was fine but I won’t be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Acaysha

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025