Nestled near the airport, The Lake Motel offers a serene escape with free WiFi and laundry facilities. Enjoy the scenic garden, fire up the barbecue grills or rent bikes to explore nearby attractions.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (7)
Daily housekeeping
Free use of bicycles
Garden
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
The current price is £70
£70
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Room options
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Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
A.C. Baths - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
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
The Lake Motel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupo. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking. Free bike rentals and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
6 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Skiing lessons nearby
Segway hire/tours nearby
Skydiving nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Hot springs nearby
Marina nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Free bike hire
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 15.0 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Lake Motel Taupo
The Lake Motel Motel
The Lake Motel Taupo
The Lake Motel Motel Taupo
Frequently asked questions
Does The Lake Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Lake Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Lake Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Lake Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lake Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Lake Motel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs and segway hire. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around The Lake Motel like?
The Lake Motel is in Taupō Central, a short 7-minute drive from Taupo (TUO) and 13 minutes' walk from Lake Taupo.
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The Lake Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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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 Exceptional
11 Dec 2024
Fabulous stay, fabulous owners ... will be back again soon !
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Feb 2025
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.
Francis
Francis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Dec 2024
Room was pefect for what we needed and we loved the retro style.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2024
Great host!
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Nov 2024
Thanks Tony, we enjoyed our stay. Loved the small retro flat, super comfy bed. Perfect for our stay in Taupo🙏
Jay
Jay, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Dec 2022
Excellence place to stay, very friendly and homely
Angela
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jul 2024
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👍
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Oct 2024
Excellent value, an older property kept up in excellent condition, spotlessly clean. Most highly recommended.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Aug 2024
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.
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2023
What a great place to stay, had everything we needed. Great location, would stay again
Hayley
Hayley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov 2022
Great friendly place to stay will stay again
Kristie
8/10 Very good
13 Mar 2023
A really cute place to stay.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 Nov 2023
Great affordable motel in a quiet area!
Karen Kim
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jun 2024
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.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul 2024
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.
Leiki
Leiki, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jan 2024
Great hosts, simple and nice spot outside the hustle and bustle
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Oct 2022
The property was very clean , very comfortable and a great location. Would definitely stay there again.
steven
steven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jan 2024
Owner greeted us upon arrival and had excellent suggestions for thermal spa, dinner and other sites
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jan 2023
Great motel and very convenient
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Mar 2023
Really enjoyed our stay. Friendly knowledgable hosts and comfortable clean well equipped unit.
Jillian
Jillian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Sept 2022
Very friendly and clean and within easy reach of the town and main attractions
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2022
Lovely stay!
Such a lovely spot! We really enjoyed our stay. Wonderful location.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Apr 2023
Very clean, comfortable beds and quiet
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jan 2024
Nice stay,everything is neat and convenient. Beautiful yard.
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Dec 2023
The property met our needs - clean, convenient, and dog-friendly.