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The Lake Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel in Taupō Central

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1960's Suite | Terrace/patio
Classic Suite, Multiple Beds | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Unit #5 - The Courtyard | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
63 Mere Road, Taupo, 0330
  • Taupo Hot Springs
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Spa Thermal Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1970's Suite 3 | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

1970's Suite 3

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1960's Suite | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

1960's Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Unit #5 - The Courtyard | View from room

Unit #5 - The Courtyard

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Suite, Multiple Beds | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Classic Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Taupo

Taupō Central stay.Your stay at this Taupō Central motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Taupo and Maori Carvings. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • A.C. Baths - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Embra - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Lake Motel

3.5-star motel in Taupō Central
As a guest of The Lake Motel, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Lake Motel also features laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Taupo motel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Lake Motel offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay.

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.

  • Pet fee: NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lake Motel Taupo
The Lake Motel Motel
The Lake Motel Taupo
The Lake Motel Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lake Motel to the airport?

The Lake Motel is 3.9 mi (7-min drive) away from the Taupo (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lake Motel?

As of Jun 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lake Motel on Jun 11, 2025 start from $85.56, 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 The Lake Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lake Motel.

Does The Lake Motel offer free breakfast?

The Lake Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Lake Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Lake Motel?

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

Is there free parking at The Lake Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Lake Motel have a pool?

The Lake Motel does not have a pool.

Does The Lake Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Lake Motel to downtown Taupo?

The Lake Motel is 1.1 mi away from Taupo.

The Lake Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 290 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 290 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 290 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 290 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 290 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frances Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This quaint property has a great proprietor who readily showed us wonderful places to go in the area and made good suggestions for our limited time. The room was comfortable and the standing fan was very helpful. This historic property is in a very walkable location to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

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

Lovely place to stay

Check in was very smooth. We were showed to our room by a very friendly host. Our room was clean, tidy and had everything that we needed for our 1 night stay. Plenty of places to eat within a reasonable walking distance or short drive. Would return if we ever came back to this area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Traveled with partner
The Lake Motel was one of coolest and most wonderful places we’ve ever stayed. The apartment was decorated so artistically, and the owner was an absolutely special lady. One of the best experiences in our New Zealand travels!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEISA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place, owner friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

PAUL JEFFERY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Quiet and small, so not super busy so relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Maria Imakulata

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and continent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay in a lovely property.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay, fabulous owners ... will be back again soon !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

MR K D

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

Adequate but not great value.

This a small motel a few blocks back from the lakefront. Our room was a separate "cabin" in the rear garden. It was very clean and well presented with basic amenities. The " kitchen" was a small fridge and microwave in a cupboard. The bathroom was spacious and well appointed. The bedroom/ livingroom was quite cramped although adequate. I thought this was not very good value compared with other motels in Taupo in the same price bracket.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was pefect for what we needed and we loved the retro style.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks Tony, we enjoyed our stay. Loved the small retro flat, super comfy bed. Perfect for our stay in Taupo🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Silverdale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value, an older property kept up in excellent condition, spotlessly clean. Most highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lake Motel was awesome — tons of space, less than 5 minute drive to downtown Taupo, and the owner was super kind and helped us out with our laundry. We would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Highly recommend booking the retro 70’s awesome stay brought back good memories of being in that era the decor was a throwback and the added touch was the couch will book again soon👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jaydene

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leiki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Friendly hosts, very clean and well appointed. There were even electric blankets on the beds for the cold winter nights! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Corazon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Lake Hotel was very cute and comfortable. Wish we had stayed here more than 1 night just because it was so cute! Host steered us to a delicious dinner at the Mole and Chicken and we overall really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy, Ipswich

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small and friendly motel well placed for all activities. Rooms all have retro theme but are very spacious with good facilities and comfortable beds. Owners very friendly. Although we were only there for one night we enjoyed our stay. would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Funky! Not your ordinary motel. Do it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024