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Whangarei, New Zealand

amazing views

Review of Tui Oaks Motel
4.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 23 Aug 2016
I stayed in a studio apartment. Found the hosts very helpful and friendly. they gave me a choice of rooms.
the apartment was very clean. It had a tub chair which was lovely - you didn't have to sit on the bed. The view was amazing of the lake with the mountains in the background. It also had a very efficient heater which the host put on when showing me the apartment.
Date of stay: August 2016
Room Tip: higher rooms have excellent views
Trip type: Travelled solo
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Reviewed 20 July 2016

Have stayed here a few times. Room 401 is our favorite. Bedroom with a double and single, bath and shower, cooking facilities. This room is very sound proof. Hosts are lovely just ask them if you need something. Free wifi and a pool for warmer months. This place has a lift too. Located very central to shops, bars, gardens etc and there is a viewing platform to look over Lake Taupo right across the road.

Room tip: Rooms in 400 series upstairs have fantastic views of Lake Taupo.
Date of stay: July 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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Reviewed 17 July 2016

Great view, nice and clean and very comfortable bed and hosts friendly.
The place, however, does need a makeover I think, the room we stayed in was on the top floor premium price but furniture is looking tired and we found the heating inadequate.
It is close to town which is a bonus.

Room tip: Get a top floor room for the best view.
Date of stay: July 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Thank dyzeeh
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Reviewed 6 July 2016

Just a one night stay this time. Clean and tidy and over-looking the lake. What more could we ask for? For an older establishment, this is still a good place to stay. Close to the CBD and the cafes and restaurants which are all within walking distance for those who can go a kilometre or so each way. The configuration of the unit is odd as there is no door on the bathroom/toilet area. You need to close the door from the living/lounge area for privacy. When I booked over the phone I spoke with a very pleasant young lady who was polite and efficient. I would happily stay here again.

Room tip: Ask for a lake front room. The view is awesome.
Date of stay: July 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Thank Stuart P
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Reviewed 1 May 2016 via mobile

Have stayed at Tui Oaks many times but it sure is time for a make over. Room clean & tidy but the whole place generally looking tired & shabby. When paying $170 a nite for room with a view I was hoping for clean windows to enjoy the view. I would expect better quality toiletries, hair dryer, makeup remover, & extras for that price. Bed comfy, location perfect but feel over priced. Not sure why bright outside lights need to be on all night. Hoping Tui Oaks improves.

Date of stay: April 2016
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 25 April 2016

We have stayed many times in Taupo and Tui Oaks is our favourite accommodation every time! It is centrally located to all cafes and restaurants, shopping, adventure sports and most of all it has the most stunning view from the front units. We stay in 301 and we get a corner and front view of the lake and mountains. Rooms are serviced daily by very friendly staff. Very comfortable and clean accomodation - highly recommended.

Room tip: Best views are from the lake facing front units
Date of stay: April 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Thank 365raewynb
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