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    The Cottage Mews Motel Taupo

    778 reviews
    #10 of 49 B&Bs / Inns in Taupo
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    311 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
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    Guests 1 room, 2 adults, 0 childrenGuests 12
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      778 reviews
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      Property amenities
      Free Parking
      Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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      Non-Smoking Hotel
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      Taupo Airport3 km
      Rotorua Airport70 km
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      Reviewed 16 September 2018
      Amazing place to stay

      For a motel, this was fantastic. Lovely people. Big room. Kitchenette and bathroom spot on. There's a spa bath in the room! You can lie in the bath and watch tv or chat with someone in the bedroom. Had a little courtyard too. Great location...More

      Thank see-swim-hike
      Response from Sonja P, Owner at The Cottage Mews Motel TaupoResponded 18 September 2018

      Thank you for the great review. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and had a exiting time in Taupo.

      Reviewed 9 September 2018
      BEST Motel

      We enjoyed a fabulous stay in this great Taupo Motel. Everything was a high standard from the cleanliness to the décor, the owner Sonje went out of her way to make sure we enjoyed a wonderful experience. The motel is right on the water's edge...More

      Thank Nicky W
      Response from Michael P, Owner at The Cottage Mews Motel TaupoResponded 10 September 2018

      Hi Nicky, We're thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous stay with Cottage Mews. Thank you for your great review.

      Reviewed 3 September 2018
      Beautiful Nook

      Beautiful unit! Brand new bed, furniture and bedding. How awesome to have a brand new heat pump/Ac - perfect for both summer and winter! Soon to get new carpet- so a completely refurbished room for a very reasonable price! Very comfortable with a cute little...More

      1  Thank karmataylor
      Response from Michael P, Owner at The Cottage Mews Motel TaupoResponded 4 September 2018

      We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the Nook. Thank you for your feedback,

      Reviewed 2 September 2018 via mobile
      My happy place

      I found my piece of heaven. Well equiped cottage with all the comforts you need for a relaxing visit. This cottage is my new favourite place. Friendly host always smiling, will be visiting again and again.

      Thank MarieV551
      Response from Michael P, Owner at The Cottage Mews Motel TaupoResponded 4 September 2018

      Thank you Marie, We are happy to hear that you had a great stay. We look forward to be seeing you again.

      Reviewed 28 August 2018
      Cute cottage feel by the water

      We stayed for a long winter weekend with the lovely hosts at Cottage Mews. The motel is at the quiet end of Taupo's motel strip and right by the lake's edge. A 30sec walk down a path and you are watching the sunset as the...More

      Thank Jacqui P
      Response from Michael P, Owner at The Cottage Mews Motel TaupoResponded 29 August 2018

      Hello Jacqui, Thank you for your review. The heat pumps are now installed and operational, which should make the Summer and Winter temperatures a little more comfortable. You are right, most people with mobility difficulties prefer to take the ground floor Garden cottages.

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      armani123sg
      25 June 2018|
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      Response from Michael P | Property representative |
      Hi Sunesh. I'm really glad you called to correct your email address in the booking. We're looking forward to be seeing you at the end of November.
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      "they're all good, go with it."
      see-swim-hike
      16 Sep 2018
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      "We looked at a couple of rooms and both were delightful. We could have our pick!"
      200nickyw
      8 Sep 2018
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      "Smallest of the rooms and furthest from the lake."
      karmataylor
      2 Sep 2018
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      "The large end unit is the only one with views of the lake. And see my note RE: mobility above."
      JacquiP330
      27 Aug 2018
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      PRICE RANGE
      US$89 - US$122 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
      LOCATION
      New ZealandNorth IslandWaikato RegionTaupo DistrictTaupo
      NUMBER OF ROOMS
      11
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