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The Lake Motel

3.5 star property
Suburban motel in Taupō with free parking

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The Lake Motel provides a peaceful retreat near the airport with practical amenities like free WiFi and laundry facilities. Guests can relax in the scenic garden, use the barbecue grills for outdoor meals, or borrow bikes to discover nearby attractions.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Room options

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Classic Suite, Multiple Beds | Living room

Classic Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1960's Suite | Living area

1960's Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1970's Suite 3 | Living room

1970's Suite 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Unit #5 - The Courtyard | View from room

Unit #5 - The Courtyard

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
63 Mere Road, Taupo, 0330

What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Lake Motel

Motel near Lake Taupō
The Lake Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Free bike hire, express check-out and express check-in
  • Barbecues
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • 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.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Is The Lake Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lake Motel on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$162.13, 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 The Lake Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lake Motel?

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

What time is check-out at The Lake Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lake Motel located?

Located in Taupō Central, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Taupō and Maori Carvings. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

The Lake Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 299 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 299 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 299 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 299 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 299 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great friendly place to stay will stay again

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A really cute place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas

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

Quaint and comfortable place to stay

We stayed one night but were happy with the space of our unit..separate bedroom and spacious bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean , very comfortable and a great location. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

PAUL JEFFERY

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great motel and very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed our stay. Friendly knowledgable hosts and comfortable clean well equipped unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motel with fabulous themed 70s.rooms. Loved the artwork!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location, plenty of space in the apartment, fair price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel is conveniently located and is very clean. It's pet friendly but with no adverse smells. We managed to leave some valuable items and the owners were very quick to find them and have them ready for a relative to pick up. We'd stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little studio with everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great hotel. Very clean, spacious and was attentive to all our needs. Would definitely stay again if the need arose.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vonney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a real retro motel and was very well kept. The Owners were very welcoming, approachable and helpful. We were given an upgraded unit at no extra cost. The motel is situated in a good area, close walk to the Lake. It was a very enjoyable stay which we greatly appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay，everything is neat and convenient. Beautiful yard.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This cute retro hotel is a short walk to the Lake. It has the best service ever - truly retro in a good way! They still tidy the room daily, bring fresh towels, offer laundry service, free bike loan, and are so helpful and informative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

James

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

Comfortable accommodation, central location

Comfortable, clean and reasonably priced motel unit in a central location, close to the shopping centre and a short walk to the lake. Nice manager.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter and I were in town for Equifest and the little sleep out was perfect for us. Lovely place. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely retro suites in a small motel format a short 2 blocks walk to the shores of Lake Taupo in an upscale residential neighborhood. Spacious and clean, we used the kitchenette for breakfast and once for lunch. We also were able to do some laundry on site. Great hosts & staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and tidy, clean and comfortable.

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Motel was old and verjy small.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

TAKESHI

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

Would like to stay again

Located within 5 minutes walk from the Lake shore, highly recommended for those who prefer silent and calm atmosphere. Though somewhat far from the town centre, it's Okay if car is available. (Enough Parking Space.)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamsin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying here, as it’s peaceful and the decor in each room (we have stayed in a few) is unique and well curated. We love the retro, mid- century vibe and the rooms are always immaculate and accommodating. They have everything you need and the motel is peaceful and secure. The best part, they are dog-friendly, which is super rare and such a relief, as it means we can keep our two pups with us on holiday. Amazing option which we are grateful for. Will definitely be back and our preferred place to stay when in Taupō.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Retro fit.. 4 women, 4 chairs, great room flow...decent shower!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024