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Gables Lakefront Resort

2.5 star property
Travelers find lakeside serenity at this eco-certified retreat where quiet garden spaces and waterfront views create a perfect base for unwinding from everyday life

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Gables Lakefront Motel sits on the water, offering a peaceful escape with garden grounds and a relaxing spa tub. The helpful staff provides amenities like in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and laundry services, making longer stays comfortable.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Superior One Bedroom Suite with Hot Tub

Superior One Bedroom Suite with Hot Tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Lake view

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Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Partial lake view

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Two Bedroom Family Apartment

Two Bedroom Family Apartment

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Three Bedroom Family Apartment

Three Bedroom Family Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • 76 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Single Beds, 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior One-Bedroom Apartment with Hot Tub

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Three-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 8

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
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About the area

Located on a lake, Gables Lakefront Resort is in Taupō Central, a neighbourhood in Taupō. Lake Taupō and Maori Carvings reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Taupō Hot Springs and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming. Visit our Taupō travel guide
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130 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand
    Taupō Hot Springs
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery showing art and indigenous culture
    Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    17 min walk
  • Dixie Brown's Cafe
    17 min walk
  • Replete Food Company
    19 min walk
  • Cafe Baku
    17 min walk
  • Waterside
    19 min walk

About this property

Gables Lakefront Resort

Motel near Lake Taupō
Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub at Gables Lakefront Resort. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor furniture, luggage storage and laundry services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Gables Lakefront Resort offer thoughtful touches, such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1970
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Gables Lakefront
Gables Lakefront Motel
Gables Lakefront Motel Taupo
Gables Lakefront Taupo
Gables Lakefront Motel Motel
Gables Lakefront Motel Taupo
Gables Lakefront Motel Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Is Gables Lakefront Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gables Lakefront Resort?

As of 28 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gables Lakefront Resort on 1 Feb 2026 start from NZ$211.72, 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.

How much is parking at Gables Lakefront Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gables Lakefront Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gables Lakefront Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Gables Lakefront Resort located?

With direct access to the beach, this Taupō Central motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Taupō, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Maori Carvings and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Gables Lakefront Resort Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 466 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 466 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 466 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 466 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 466 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mirian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, good location. Easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms have been updated recently and were eat-off-the-floor clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Lovely Motel with Picture Perfect Location

This motel is in a perfect lake position. Rooms have been refurbished ans is good value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clemston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room. Staff was very kind, friendly and helpful. Rooms were very well appointed and comfortable. Great location in town!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was one of the best stays in NZ we had. The owners are lovely, even gave us homemade cookies at check-in. The private hot tub/pool is just amazing after a day out in cold winter days. Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, comfy beds with heating blankets, everything is spotless clean. Just across the street is Lake Taupo with a great jogging track into the town center.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Taj K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly central with only a short distance (drive) to the town centre
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly place to stay will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spacious room and awesome hot pool inside the room!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Himesh

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

A gem in Taupō!

Great 1 night stay in Taupō. We loved the 3 bedroom apartment. Would definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

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

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a 3 bedroom room and the view, staff and room were all amazing. Cheap price for short notice. Beds were super comfortable. Owners are lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely and welcoming hosts. Room was very clean, warm and comfortable. A little worn down in a few areas but nothing that caused any issues. The layout worked great for our family of 5 with plenty of space and privacy for everyone. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cypriss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely enjoyed our stay here for the last 4 nights. The owners are lovely and accomodating. Lots of privacy and the spa was enjoyable! The room was spotless on arrival and the cleaners were respectful when approaching our room for a service. Everything was super clean, the only thing we noticed was the spa area had a smell to it. Outside only Other than that, thank you for having us! We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location by the lake. Easy for parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location..good sized rooms...clean..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shirlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable property with views over Lake Taupō. Parking right outside and easy to get to town. Walkable to cafe beside the lake for breakfast

10/10 Excellent

Koral

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You'd be hard pressed finding another property with better value for money. The property itself is even better than the pictures, you're located right across the road from the beautiful lake with views of Mt Ruapehu, all amenities are easily accessible, the rooms are spacious, peaceful, clean and in excellent condition. We were lucky enough to have a room with a spa - perfect way to unwind and warm up. Best of all is the service - the two owners are the nicest, most thoughtful people. Prior to checking in they called to see when I'd arrive so they could preheat the room before I got there; the home baked shortbread was also a lovely added bonus!
Early morning view of the lake
Zoomed in picture of Mt Ruapehu
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and very clean. Comfortable bed and spacious room. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dundee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and comfortable. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central spot for our 3 night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

TONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts are very friendly and more than accomadating to our needs .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is excellent…its walkable, quiet, easy parking and shops all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023