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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
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
The current price is €181
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan

Room options

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One Bedroom, Family Motel Unit

One Bedroom, Family Motel Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio Unit, Spa Bath

Studio Unit, Spa Bath

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Motel Unit

One Bedroom Motel Unit

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Unit

Studio Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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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. Taupō Hot Springs and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.
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56 Lake Terrace, 3350 Taupo, New Zealand, Taupo, Waikato, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Waterside - ‬4 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

  • Smoke-free property

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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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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 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Lake Motel Taupo on 23 Jan 2026 start from €180.50, 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 Marina and Boat Ramp. Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Waikato River are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Great Lake Motel Taupo Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 192 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Isaac

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

8/10 Good

Leanne

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Karel

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

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, friendly and conveniently located. Breakfast is no longer offered, but is still displayed on the website.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

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

8/10 Good

Yvette

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

A very comfortable stay! Friendly staff.

Spacious 1- bedroom with all kitchen amenities one can expect. Clean, new roomie bathroom. Very close to town and across the street from the lake (swimming area a few blocks away.) I would absolutely stay again.
Motel at the end of the rainbow
Unit 3 ground floor with parking
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Room is clean and spacious. Will go back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful warm greeting from the lovely hostess - Clean modern apartment comfortable beds with electric blankets extra mink warm blankets for use - Beautiful location will stay again when visiting Taupō
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark and Gina

Location was awesome. Close to lake and shops Unit was immaculately presented and great to be able to park right outside our unit. Friendly host. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
central to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall we were happy with our one night's accommodation. Good location, being close to all major amenities, and found unit very clean. Could maybe do with some improved sound insulation, as snoring was quite audible from the neighboring room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with how clean the room was. I have not seen a room that clean in a very long time in motels. Extra pillows and extra warm blankets were great. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice and central to everything We have stayed here before. Bed was a bit soft for us and the couch was quite uncomfortable to lie on. Apart from that it was pretty good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 minutes walk to restaurants and shops. Parking right outside the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024