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Lakeside Taupo

4.0 star property
4-star beach motel near Lake Taupō

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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114 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Spa Thermal Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Taupō

Walk to the beach.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 Maori Carvings. Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Huka Falls - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Lakeside Taupo

4-star beach motel near Lake Taupō
As a guest of Lakeside Taupo, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle are free. Self parking is free. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This 4-star Taupō motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Lakeside Taupo offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free cruise terminal shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 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
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector 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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lakeside Taupo to the airport?

Lakeside Taupo is 4 mi (7-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lakeside Taupo have an airport shuttle?

Lakeside Taupo offers a free airport shuttle, available from 9 AM to 6 PM on request.

Does Lakeside Taupo offer free breakfast?

Lakeside Taupo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lakeside Taupo?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Taupo?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Lakeside Taupo?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Lakeside Taupo have a pool?

Lakeside Taupo does not have a pool.

Does Lakeside Taupo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Lakeside Taupo to downtown Taupō?

Lakeside Taupo is 0.9 mi away from Taupō.

Lakeside Taupo Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 526 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 526 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 526 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 526 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 526 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

2/10 Terrible

Erin

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the lake front but most units down a driveway with no view. Bathroom was terrible badly needs maintenance. Just looked dirty and shower over a tall bath so husband and I could not use the shower . Wouldn't recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

ROCHELLE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was a little disappointed the spa bath didnt work was really looking forward to it even after resetting it still didnt work.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nerida

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
At 2pm on the day of arrival I hadn’t received an email with access details so had to ring to access room. The room has everything you need & is comfortable however all pillows are like hard foam blocks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and comfortable, loved the view, and facilities great would definately recommend it. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ron

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed uncomfortable, had to buy 2 pillows, cupboard doors chipped, handle on vanity cupboard broken. Liked the lication.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Well, the main 2 things that we have noticed with this place, was the lighting outside never turned off and the curtains did not block out the light. Fridge , the icebox was frozen so we couldn't get anything in it, and the bed was rock hard and the pillows were big and hard.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
only had three stars for staff as didn’t actually see any other than the cleaners when we were leaving though they very friendly so i’m sure they are lovely , great stay thanks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Simbarashe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very basic, weird entrance especially if you stay upstairs. Does the job
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Conveniet for us . Just needed a good bed for one night
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Minaaz

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend,very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking lot was very tight
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Renee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, comfy bed, nice bath. But reall small room and tight parking and driveway.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jenni, Mill Spring

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Inconvenient check-in process, had to look for a message the day before and then call with credit card information before we could get key code as reception is unmanned. Room smelled of cleaning chemicals. Not very close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean, quite & good value. I reccomend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

michiyo

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A bit disappointed with the way of payment

First of all, the motel offered to pay on arrival but actually the fee had been deducted from my credit card when I booked!! There’s no one on site so anyway it’s impossible to pay on arrival. So you should be careful. And the parking space was very narrow. So if they are almost full, it would be a bit difficult to park a big car. The shower has only a shower curtain so after taking a shower, the bathroom will be very wet so it’s better not coming in with your socks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosemary

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needs refurbish. Curtain on front window awful. Poor lighting for reading. Kitchen tap very stiff. I couldnt turn it off for awhile. Good hot shower!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

H

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ordinary motel, be aware payment method

We didn’t know it’s e-check-in, which means no person at the reception. We have to pay by a credit card even I chose “pay on the site.” The room was okay but the parking space was narrow so I suggest no big car into the parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was very tight especially for larger vehicles with a family. Very challenging to find staff when there was a breaker panel issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Danny

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constantine, Grey Lynn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel close to town with good parking and easy self checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Glynnis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was fine, clean and comfortable enough with nice bathroom and shower although the toilet seat (room 2) needs securing properly.Sadly the bed had electric blankets under the 'not so' fitted sheets, which was odd given it is summer, which were most uncomfortable during the night as we could feel the wires and controls digging into us, such a shame. The area was quiet but we could hear people in the other rooms quite clearly, someone even snoring so no sound proofing in these rooms!! Pleasant location and safe parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025