Immerse yourself in the serene surroundings of Great Lake Motel Taupo, with a garden perfect for relaxation. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi and enjoy laundry facilities at your convenience. With luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance available, this motel near the lake offers a hassle-free retreat.
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 - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Taupō Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Taupō Airport (TUO) - 8 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min walk
The Vine Eatery - 4 min walk
Waterside - 4 min walk
Dixie Brown's Cafe - 3 min walk
Seakraft - 4 min walk
About this property
Great Lake Motel Taupo
Great Lake Motel Taupo is just 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, this motel is just a 5-minute walk from Lake Taupō.
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 percent 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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Room service (limited hours)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Spa services
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchenette
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Highchair
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 14 to 20 for adults, and NZD 10 to 15 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent
Laundry facilities are available for an extra charge of NZD 8
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Great Lake Motel Taupo offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Great Lake Motel Taupo 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Great Lake Motel Taupo?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Great Lake Motel Taupo?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Great Lake Motel Taupo?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Great Lake Motel Taupo?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Great Lake Motel Taupo and nearby?
Great Lake Motel Taupo has spa services and a garden.
Does Great Lake Motel Taupo have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and cookware.
What's the area around Great Lake Motel Taupo like?
Great Lake Motel Taupo is a short 4-minute walk from Lake Taupō and 9 minutes' walk from Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.
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Great Lake Motel Taupo Reviews
Reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2025
Even though it was close to town it was nice and relaxing and pretty quiet. Rooms were clean and set out nicely.
jackie
jackie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2024
Good location, clean and friendly staff
Yvonne
Yvonne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 16, 2025
Clean, friendly and conveniently located.
Breakfast is no longer offered, but is still displayed on the website.
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2025
1st class property overlooking lake Taupo,minutes away from various dining options, places to visit within easy reach
PAUL
PAUL, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2024
Loved our time there.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
A very comfortable stay, we really enjoyed the location and the room was very nice.
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2025
Overnight in Taupo
Spacious convenient friendly
Joyce
Joyce, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2025
Right on the Lake and within walking distance to dining options
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 30, 2025
Spa bath, and Lakefront
Chor Yeong
Chor Yeong, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2024
Good safe and family friendly area for a stay
Roni
Roni, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
Great location
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
great stay would totally recommend to friends and family and the convenience of it all
Sanjeev
Sanjeev, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Great service at front desk, great room! Well done guys!
Karel
Karel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2024
Nice place
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
All good
Ken
Ken, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 6, 2024
Great location for town, restaurants and lake. Friendly and helpful hosts. Rooms clean and tidy. Easy parking.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 23, 2025
Margaret was very nice. We are able to checked in earlier than 2pm.
Josephine
Josephine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
Walking distance to town and beautiful walks along the lake front.
Lyn
Lyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
closeness to town plus in the lake front
richard
richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2025
central to everything
Kathleen
Kathleen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2019
Great motel got an upgrade close to cbd plenty to see and do
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
Excellent location. Room is clean and spacious. Will go back.
Aya
Aya, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 19, 2025
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.
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 10, 2022
Very convenient location
Shayne
6/10 Good
Mar 24, 2025
Room nimber 1 right by laundry so noisey apart from that ok