The Lake Motel (Taupo, New Zealand)

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The Lake Motel - Taupo

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Overview

Boutique motel with retro mid-century design in Taupo

Rooms & Decor

The Lake Motel Taupo offers rooms with retro mid-century furniture and artwork, a style not commonly found in competitors. Each room includes a kitchenette with a microwave and refrigerator, plus a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. The motel is the only one featured in Home & Entertaining, New Zealand's top design magazine.

Location & Outdoor Activities

The Lake Motel is located 200 meters from Lake Taupo, providing easy access to water activities and lakeside walks. Guests receive free bicycle hire to explore the area, and the motel is a 5-minute drive from Tauhara Golf Course and a 10-minute drive from Huka Falls. The property sits in the quieter 'bird area' of Taupo, offering a peaceful retreat after daily adventures.

Pet-Friendly Stays

The Lake Motel allows pets with a small surcharge, making it one of the few pet-friendly accommodations in Taupo. The motel provides outdoor seating areas and a garden where pets can relax, and guests receive a local dog-friendly activity sheet upon check-in. Rooms are extra clean and fresh, ensuring a comfortable stay for both owners and pets.

Amenities & Comforts

The Lake Motel has an outdoor dining area with BBQ facilities and a picnic area for guests to use. Each room is heated and includes a flat-screen TV, and the motel offers board games and puzzles for guest use. The 24-hour front desk provides express check-in/check-out and daily housekeeping service.

Design & Recognition

The Lake Motel's retro mid-century decor has been recognized by Home & Entertaining, New Zealand's top design magazine, as a standout boutique property. The motel's rooms feature original artwork and curated furniture that reflect the 1950s and 1960s aesthetic. This design focus sets the lake motel apart from standard motel accommodations in Taupo.

Design: Retro mid-century decor featured in Home & Entertaining magazine
Location: 200 meters from Lake Taupo, 10 min from Huka Falls
Activities: Free bicycle hire, nearby Tauhara Golf Course
Pet Policy: Pets allowed with small surcharge
Amenities: BBQ facilities, outdoor dining area, kitchenettes
Services: 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-20:00

from 07:00-10:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no cribs provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Building

Number of rooms:6

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Rooms and availability

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Studio

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Deluxe Room

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed1 Single bed

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Superior Triple Room

Max:

4 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Picnic area/ Tables

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Dryer

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Sports & Fitness

Cycling
Golf course

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
BBQ facilities

Room view

Courtyard view

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about The Lake Motel

💵 Lowest room price	128 US$
📏 Distance to center	1.0 mi
✈️ Distance to airport	3.9 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Taupo, TUO

Location

Address

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63 Mere Rd, Taupo, New Zealand, 3330

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63 Mere Rd, Taupo, New Zealand, 3330

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Maori Rock Carvings

200 yd

Golf Course

Hole in One Taupo

1.0 mi

Landmark

Great Lake Taupo

1.0 mi

Landmark

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

1.1 mi

Landmark

Joan Williamson Rose Garden

200 yd

Museums

Taupo Museum

1.0 mi

Parks

Tongariro North Domain

1.0 mi

Landmark

Lake Taupo

1.0 mi

Landmark

Bravado 3

100 yd

Golf Course

Taupo Mini Golf

200 yd

Landmark

Crazy Catz Adventure Park

200 yd

Landmark

Taupo DeBretts Hot Springs

1.1 mi

Landmark

Taupo Bungy

1.6 mi

Landmark

#LoveTaupo

1.0 mi

Landmark

Towncentre Taupo Incorporated

200 yd

Gallery

Taupo Art Gallery

1.0 mi

Landmark

The lions monorail

1.0 mi

Landmark

Old Military and Early Settlers Cemetery

1.4 mi

Landmark

Riverside Park

1.3 mi

Landmark

4Play - Taupo's Ultimate Adrenaline Package

1.2 mi

Landmark

Waipahihi Botanical Gardens

1.9 mi

Landmark

Cherry Island

1.3 mi

Parks

Taupo Botanical Gardens

1.4 mi

Parks

Spa Thermal Park and Riverbank Recreational and Scenic Reserve

1.9 mi

Golf Course

Taupo Golf Club

1.6 mi

Landmark

Huka Falls Walkway

1.7 mi

Landmark

Spa Thermal Park

1.6 mi

Church

Saint Patrick's Catholic School

1.8 mi

Landmark

Taupo view lookout

1.9 mi

146 Lake Terrace

Warm Water Lake

100 yd

Restaurant

Mole & Chicken Restaurant Cafe & Bar

100 yd

Restaurant

Grasshopper Too

100 yd

Restaurant

Grasshopper Chip Bar

100 yd

Restaurant

Social Club

100 yd

Restaurant

The Brantry

100 yd

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FAQ about The Lake Motel

Which popular attractions are located near The Lake Motel hotel?

Taupo Museum, placed around 20 minutes' stroll from The Lake Motel hotel, as well as Rainbow Point Reserve (1.7 miles away) are worth visiting.

What popular attractions are closest to The Lake Motel?

Guests of The Lake Motel can visit Hot Water Beach (only minutes from the accommodation), or Warm Water Lake placed 6 minutes' walk away.

Can I leave my car in the comfortable 3-star The Lake Motel hotel parking lot for free?

Yes, at the comfortable 3-star The Lake Motel hotel parking is provided on site for free.

What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the motel?

Unfortunately, the motel doesn't have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine in The Wholesome Kitchen Ltd and Mole & Chicken Restaurant Cafe & Bar restaurants placed within a 13-minute walk from the property.

What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can check in from 2 PM to 8 PM and check out from 7 AM.

How much does a room at the comfortable 3-star The Lake Motel hotel cost?

The prices at the comfortable 3-star The Lake Motel hotel start from $100.

What payment methods are accepted in the 3-star The Lake Motel hotel?

Payment methods in the 3-star The Lake Motel hotel include: