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    The Lake Motel

    145 reviews
    #8 of 68 Hotels in Taupo
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    63 Mere Road, Taupo 3330, New Zealand
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    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children12
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    Overview
    4.5 145 reviews
    • Excellent76%
    • Very good18%
    • Average5%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible0%
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    63 Mere Road, Taupo 3330 New Zealand See on map
    AMENITIES
    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Non-Smoking Rooms
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    Kitchenette
    Pets Allowed
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    3.5 Star accommodation
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    Description
    Come and stay at the coolest boutique Lake Taupo motel – in central Taupo, New Zealand. Our six motel units boast unique retro styling with modern comforts. Your friendly hosts’ local knowledge will ensure that your ...More stay is comfortable and peaceful. Our six rooms are all located on the ground floor, with SKY TV, queen size beds, free WiFi and separate bathrooms. The units all have kitchenettes. We are small enough to provide personalised service and a homely, relaxed atmosphere for your stay. We are well appointed with facilities and can recommend some great local service providers for further needs. From its stylish retro decor, to the bird filled gardens, The Lake Motel is truly a boutique motel with a difference. With attention to detail, mid-century retro styling and art throughout, The Lake Motel is a unique establishment and is NZ’s only motel to have featured in Home & Entertaining, NZ’s top design magazine. We look forward to you visiting us soon! Less
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    Hotel Amenities
    HOTEL FEATURES
    Free Parking
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Microwave
    Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
    Refrigerator in room
    Pool
    Beachfront
    Restaurant
    Bar/Lounge
    Spa
    Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
    Awards & Recognition
    Travellers' Choice2018 Winner
    Certificate of Excellence
    Travellers' Choice2018 Winner
    Certificate of Excellence
    Hotel Style
    Romantic
    Room types
    Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Smoking rooms available, Suites
    Hotel class
    Awards & Recognition
    Travellers' Choice2018 Winner
    Certificate of Excellence
    Travellers' Choice2018 Winner
    Certificate of Excellence
    Hotel Style
    Romantic
    Room types
    Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Smoking rooms available, Suites
    Number of rooms
    6
    Price range
    US$75 - US$122 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
    Lake Hotel Taupo
    Location
    New Zealand > North Island > Waikato Region > Taupo District > Taupo
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    All reviewsretro styledoor accesspet friendly accommodationquiet areanew zealandplunger coffeeminute walkthe room was niceenjoyed our staynice staystayed for two nightsliving roomcomfortable bedmotellakehostspooch
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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Themed accommodation

    Comfortable accommodation, we enjoyed the 60’s theme. The motel is in a great location and walkable to the lake. Laundary servive was very much appreciated too. Owner was very friendly, he gave us fantastic tips for activities and places to eat. I would defiantly recommend...More

    Thank Safari670195
    Response from The_Lake_Motel, Owner at The Lake MotelResponded 1 week ago

    Great having you stay guys and so glad you enjoyed it.

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Lovely place. Kind owners.

    The room was tastefully decorated, spacious and very clean and warm. The owners were incredibly helpful. It's great they allow dogs, but they also upgraded us, and allowed my son to stay a little longer to finish his homework. Just very thoughtful and kind.

    Thank Gill-Verney
    Response from The_Lake_Motel, Owner at The Lake MotelResponded 1 week ago

    So glad you had a great stay.

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Lovely spot for all family members

    We arrived and were welcomed by the owner who was friendly. Accomodation was extremely clean and tidy, loved the amenities and my fur child was welcome too. Overall it was a good stay and will stay again if going through Taupo

    Thank O2466DOsophiem
    Response from The_Lake_Motel, Owner at The Lake MotelResponded 2 weeks ago

    So glad you enjoyed your stay.

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Great styling!

    The stay was lovely for the room was very comfortable and had plenty to offer. The styling of the accommodation was quirky and well thought out. The location was excellent for it was close to the shops but still away from the busy traffic. The...More

    Thank Christie A
    Response from The_Lake_Motel, Owner at The Lake MotelResponded 2 weeks ago

    So glad you had a great stay guys.

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Fantastically unique

    My family and I spent a couple of lovely nights staying at The Lake Motel earlier this month. The 70’s theme room was fab and was ideal for the three of us (2 adults and a 5 year old). We had a warm welcome from...More

    Thank MattPC81
    Response from The_Lake_Motel, Owner at The Lake MotelResponded 3 weeks ago

    Thankyou so much for your review of both our motel and Taupo and so glad you had a great stay.

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    15 July 2018|
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    Response from Chia D | Reviewed this property |
    No the room that I was given doesn’t come with a hot tub and this motel also doesn’t have a hotpool.
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    24 July 2014|
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    Response from phoenix103 | Reviewed this property |
    Hi Peter, Centrally heated? Not as far as I remember, but don't quote me on that. We were there in March, so it wasn't cold and we didn't need heating. I suggest you email them direct. You will find the email address on... More
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