Karaka Tree Motel is located in Taupo. Taupo Hot Springs and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupo Bungy. Spa Thermal Park and Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley are also worth visiting.
Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive
Getting around
Taupo (TUO) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Bistro Lago - 14 min walk
Zest Cafe - 3 min drive
Rose on Roberts - 3 min drive
Spoon & Paddle - 3 min drive
Dixie Browns - 4 min drive
About this property
Karaka Tree Motel
3.5-star Taupo motel in Waipahihi with free parking
A spa tub, WiFi in public areas and free newspapers are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. All 24 rooms provide conveniences such as fridges and microwaves, plus free WiFi and TVs. Other amenities available to guests include coffee makers, free local calls and hairdryers.
Karaka Tree Motel offers 24 forms of accommodation with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a spa tub.
Children aged under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Check-in
Contactless social distancing and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
Gives staff personal protective equipment worn by staff
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Free self-parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Things to do
Hot tub
Family friendly
Microwave
Fridge
Conveniences
Free newspapers in reception
No lifts
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Languages spoken
English
Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
National rating
This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.
Property is also known as
Karaka Motel
Karaka Tree Motel Motel
Karaka Tree Motel
Karaka Tree Motel Taupo
Karaka Tree Taupo
Karaka Tree Hotel Taupo
Karaka Tree Motel Taupo
Karaka Tree Motel Motel Taupo
Frequently asked questions
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
As of 26 Oct 2021, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karaka Tree Motel on 27 Oct 2021 start from NZ$179, 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.
Self-parking is free at this property.
Check-in is from 2 PM - 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Located in Waipahihi, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupo, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupo Hot Springs. Three Mile Bay and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Yes, Karaka Tree Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Karaka Tree Motel cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Overall score and ratings
3.8
Good
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Our ferry was delayed so wasnt going to make it back to Taupo in time to check in by 8pm. Rang reception to let them know and they had our room ready with the heater on for us when we got there at 9.30pm. We were really impressed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
3/5 Okay
Verified traveller
Travelled with partner
31 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean motel with helpful, friendly staff. Room was quite dated though and the heating/ventilation could do with upgrading.
