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Lakeside Taupo

4.0 star property
4-star beach motel near Lake Taupo

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Point of interest
Reception
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
114 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Taupo Hot Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Spa Thermal Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Business Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Twin Spa Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Taupo

Walk to the beach.With a stay at this Taupō Central motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Taupo and 2 miles (3 km) of Maori Carvings. Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Maori Carvings - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Huka Falls - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Lakeside Taupo

4-star beach motel near Lake Taupo
As a guest of Lakeside Taupo, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle are free. Self parking is free. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This 4-star Taupo motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Lakeside Taupo offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Front of property

Lake Taupo Motor Inn

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,073 reviews
The price is $101
includes taxes & fees
$88 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free cruise terminal shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Executive Motel Taupo
Executive Taupo
Lakeside Taupo Motel
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Executive Motel Taupo
Lakeside Taupo Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lakeside Taupo to the airport?

Lakeside Taupo is 4 mi (7-min drive) away from the Taupo (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Taupo?

As of Apr 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Taupo on Apr 10, 2025 start from $248.53, excluding 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.

Does Lakeside Taupo have an airport shuttle?

Lakeside Taupo offers a free airport shuttle, available from 9 AM to 6 PM on request.

Does Lakeside Taupo offer free breakfast?

Lakeside Taupo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lakeside Taupo?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Taupo?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Lakeside Taupo?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Lakeside Taupo have a pool?

Lakeside Taupo does not have a pool.

Does Lakeside Taupo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Lakeside Taupo to downtown Taupo?

Lakeside Taupo is 0.9 mi away from Taupo.

Lakeside Taupo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 290 out of 496 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 496 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 496 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 496 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 496 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very good. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hessaun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Great Stay but Complicated Check-In Process
Our stay was enjoyable. The location is great and the place was very clean. The only negative is the check-in process. You have to call them ahead of time to get the code to retrieve the room key. If you are a foreigner travelling then you may not have an international calling plan so it was an expensive call for me.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devan Plastics Ltd

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is conveniently located next to the lake and has a nice big bath, however for the price this was disappointing. The check in info never arrived (until we chased it up), it wasn’t clear that it was a contactless check in, the second bed was all springs, the pillows were like rocks, the room had an overpowering smell of potpourri and bleach and the walls were so thin I could hear someone snoring next door. Looks nice from the outside and clean enough, but would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmeet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Don

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very negative notes all over the place. There are positive ways to reinforce rules and regulations and ownership needs to learn them. Made the stay a negative experience which was sad for a lovely place with great staff. The place also needs a water pressure regulator. No water saving here and made the shower almost unusable and messy since the door didn't close.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Blake

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got there late at night and the locating the keys and settling down was easy. Bit of fus with the TV because there was no sound, but it just needed to be restarted. Getting confirmation of the booking was a bit of extra work to get in contact when working busy hours.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Handy location but the beds weren’t very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness
Having a room at the back of the property was great as it was quiet. Easy walking distance to town. The bed was OK, the pillows were very hard and there were only 2 hangers, a few more would have been better.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Geraldine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and tidy, beds comfortable. The self check in proved to be a bit difficult at first with no clear instructions of holding down both switches to open the key lock, but got there in the end.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

michiyo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Miodrag, Auckland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel, with a very convenient location. A little bit outdated condition, but overall good value for money. For my next visit to Taupo, this motel will be on the top of the list.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in Taupō! Across the road from the water, and just down the road from some delicious food options! The room was tidy, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

YEONSEOK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Roger

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked this property, no reception, self check in, someone was sleeping in the bed. Had to go to other motel, which was very basic. Parking very tight
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
No front desk so check in etc was contact free which I did not like.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Carmel

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nothing unique about this property. It was adequate to sleep and stay the night. Would not book again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

deb

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Maintenance needed in Room 2 bathroom to fix basin tap and blocked shower. Comfortable enough and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One nighter
Just stopping overnight, location on lake was great and just a short walk to a great pub for good food and refreshments
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location is good handy to town, room could do with an update.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Conrad

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Looks nice on the outside Poor on the inside needs upgrading.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024