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Great Lake Motel Taupo

2.5 star property
Travelers find peaceful moments in the garden at this lakeside retreat, while the helpful staff assists with tours to nearby attractions

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Great Lake Motel Taupo offers a tranquil garden setting for guests to unwind after a day of exploration. Enjoy practical amenities like free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. Staff assist with luggage storage and can arrange tours and tickets to local sights.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
The current price is €86
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets.

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A compact hotel room with a single bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a kitchenette.

One Bedroom, Family Motel Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a red chair.

Studio Unit, Spa Bath

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

One Bedroom Motel Unit

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Studio Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Taupō Central, a neighbourhood in Taupō, is home to Great Lake Motel Taupo. Lake Taupō and Waikato River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Hot Springs are also worth visiting. Visit our Taupō travel guide
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56 Lake Terrace, 3350 Taupo, New Zealand, Taupo, Waikato, 3330

What's nearby

  • A carved wooden artifact with intricate patterns and a smaller carved object in the foreground.
    Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A geothermal hot spring with green and orange water, surrounded by rocky terrain and mountains.
    Spa Thermal Park
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Roquette Restaurant & Bar
    5 min walk
  • Waterside
    5 min walk
  • The Coffee Club Taupo
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    8 min walk

About this property

Great Lake Motel Taupo

  • Motel near Lake Taupō
  • Great Lake Motel Taupo 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
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
    • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Great Lake Motel Taupo feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Kitchenettes, 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

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 14 to 20 for adults and NZD 10 to 15 for children

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 14 to 20 for adults and NZD 10 to 15 for children
  • Laundry fee: NZD 8
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Lake Motel Taupo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Lake Motel Taupo?

As of 29 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Lake Motel Taupo on 13 Aug 2026 start from €86, 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 Great Lake Motel Taupo?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Lake Motel Taupo?

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

What time is check-out at Great Lake Motel Taupo?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does Great Lake Motel Taupo provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Great Lake Motel Taupo located?

Located in Taupō Central, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Taupō, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery. Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Waikato River are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Great Lake Motel Taupo Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 215 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arnel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and clean. Very good location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good large room and bathroom. Very clean and close to restaurants, but still quiet. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location right in town but quiet. Tired basic hotel, could use some attention to detail but priced accordingly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was just what we needed. We were able to cook dinner. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes,the room was very clean and the staff were great, Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Great location. Large room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice and clean, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable stay, we really enjoyed the location and the room was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location across the road from Lake Taupo. Room very comfy with well stocked kitchette and spa.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location. Friendly staff. Nice sized room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Roni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good safe and family friendly area for a stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the water was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay would totally recommend to friends and family and the convenience of it all
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to town and beautiful walks along the lake front.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Down for the McCartney football tournament. Location was convenient to all the shops and dinning options. Clean and tidy with well serviced amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Even though it was close to town it was nice and relaxing and pretty quiet. Rooms were clean and set out nicely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1st class property overlooking lake Taupo,minutes away from various dining options, places to visit within easy reach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karel

Liked: Amenities
Great service at front desk, great room! Well done guys!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for town, restaurants and lake. Friendly and helpful hosts. Rooms clean and tidy. Easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close walk to town. Lovely view from property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

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

Value and prime location

Well appointed unit, super comfy, great location, easy walk to restaurants and shopping and lake directly across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay in Taupo. Clean, tidy, everything worked. It was well above our expectations for the cost. Very close to the centre and just across the road from the lake. I will definitely stay there again when next in Taupo.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B

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

Great stay

Very pleased with our stay. Parking good. Clean and very pleasant. Close to town. Staff excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff is very kind thank you very much
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025