Title: Absolute Lakeview Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=7115096&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Absolute Lakeview Motel Travelers find tranquility at this lakeside retreat where they can soak in the spa tub, relax in the sauna, and unwind on sun loungers by the indoor pool ## Photo gallery for Absolute Lakeview Motel ![Interior - Absolute Lakeview Motel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/6c0b48fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Spa Studio - Absolute Lakeview Motel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/6f5d67f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![One Bedroom Suite - Absolute Lakeview Motel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/81053b4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![One Bedroom Suite - Absolute Lakeview Motel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/28e618b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Two Bedroom Lake View Suite | Private kitchenette - Absolute Lakeview Motel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/3b9fd2cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Absolute Lakeview Motel offers a peaceful lakeside getaway with a spa tub, sauna, and indoor pool. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. Multilingual staff assist in exploring nearby attractions. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Free airport shuttle - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=7115096&PinnedHotelID=7115096&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=7115096&PinnedHotelID=7115096&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=7115096&PinnedHotelID=7115096&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=7115096&PinnedHotelID=7115096&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=7115096&PinnedHotelID=7115096&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=7115096&PinnedHotelID=7115096&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=7115096&PinnedHotelID=7115096&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=7115096&PinnedHotelID=7115096&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Studio ![Standard Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/7bf168e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Hair dryer - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Two Bedroom Lake View Suite ![Two Bedroom Lake View Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/85b7a705.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Bedroom Lake View Suite ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan - Lake view - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Spa Studio ![Deluxe Spa Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/0407174a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Spa Studio ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Lake View Studio ![Lake View Studio | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/15c7a328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Lake View Studio ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Family Studio ![Family Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/3ad254ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Studio ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for One Bedroom Suite ![One Bedroom Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/81053b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### One Bedroom Suite ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Spa Studio ![Spa Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/ab21d164.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Spa Studio 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Studio (Compact) ![Studio (Compact)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115100/7115096/af793a00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio (Compact) ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Hair dryer - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTaupo-Hotels-Absolute-Lakeview-Motel.h7115096.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTaupo-Hotels-Absolute-Lakeview-Motel.h7115096.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Taupō Central, a neighborhood in Taupō, Absolute Lakeview Motel is in the entertainment district and on a lake. Maori Carvings and A.C. Baths are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Spa Thermal Park and Taupō Hot Springs. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and The Landing Lake Taupō are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. 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For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this motel include: - An indoor pool along with sun loungers - Free self parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), multilingual staff, and barbecue grills - Tour/ticket assistance, outdoor furniture, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Absolute Lakeview Motel boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. 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Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On a lake - Outdoor furniture - Pool loungers - Terrace ### 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 ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Ceiling fan - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property charges NZD 3 for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children - Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of NZD 3 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a smoke detector ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Absolute Lakeview Absolute Lakeview Motel Absolute Lakeview Motel Taupo Absolute Lakeview Taupo Absolute Motel Absolute Lakeview Motel Motel Absolute Lakeview Motel Taupo Absolute Lakeview Motel Motel Taupo ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Absolute Lakeview Motel have a pool? ### Is Absolute Lakeview Motel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Absolute Lakeview Motel? ### What time is check-out at Absolute Lakeview Motel? ### Does Absolute Lakeview Motel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Absolute Lakeview Motel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Absolute Lakeview Motel Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 83 8 - Good 78 6 - Okay 37 4 - Poor 21 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathon Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Had a great stay very clean and walking distance to all the bars and restaurants. ##### Jonathon Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kim Apr 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location. Clean and comfortable. ##### Kim Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Selwyn Apr 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Old and tied but expensive due to motor racing ##### Selwyn Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Julie Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fridge needs replacing, insides cracked and seals dirty, internal stairwell needs a good clean. Cleaners must have left their Burger King drinks behind, or the cleaners never took away previous visitors drinks. Beds not made very well. Wifi only worked in one area of the room. ##### Julie Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Yvonne, welllington Dec 27, 2017 Disliked: Room comfort #### Good location but Very old motel but was clean. Stayed over Christmas for 3 night room was not cleaned only towels replaced during that time this was not explained at check in. ##### Yvonne Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### julie, minnesota Nov 22, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice basic motel Nice basic motel close to shopping area and across the road from lake taupo. ##### julie Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017 ### 2/10 Terrible #### barb May 3, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Dirty and room in disrepair Pleased tp leave noisy, very tiny room won't stay there again ##### barb ### 8/10 Good #### vanessa, VF Mar 25, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very friendly and accommodating owner. Booked the wrong unit online. Booked the 2bedrooms unit which can only comfortably sleep 5 but we have 6people. Ended up, we talked to the reception and they gladly changed our room to a unit that can sleep 6\. 2queen beds and 2twin beds. Motel was very near town and amenities. So it's just walking distance and very convenient to food and shops. ##### vanessa ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 18, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good motel Good location with easy access and parking , staff are very good and friendly. I would stay here again ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 15, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The owner was very welcoming and then helpful when I need directions to food. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jan 29, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Had a great time and owner was a great guy. Hope to be back next year.thanks ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Sonja, New South Wales Jan 15, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hotel near Lake Taupo The bathroom and WC facilities were poor with doors that didn't close and the general bathroom layout and standard of modern expectations were below an expected minimum standard for a Hotel that claims to have family facilities. Room wasn't properly serviced and no toilet paper are just some of the issues regarding this Hotel. Despite being given wifi access, the wifi failed to work for the whole stay. The swimming pool had defective perimeter drainage and the floor was flooded. Overall the family room requires and urgent upgrade to at least meet modern family requirements. ##### Sonja ### 6/10 Okay #### Simon Jan 7, 2017 Liked: Room comfort #### Great but no hot water! Great hotel, great staff, comfy beds but no hot water in the shower in the morning, staff indifferent and said the hotel was full so sometimes the hot water runs cold. Shame as the rest of the stay was great. ##### Simon ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Jan 5, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic Motel This is a fantastic motel, beds were so comfortable and the rooms spacious enough for a family. The host was very friendly and helpful, he took time to make sure that everything went smoothly with our stay. Will definitely stay here again. ##### Jennifer ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Dec 30, 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Outdated, overpriced The room was very old, the bed was sagging, it wasn't clean, the bathroom mirror was on the wall opposite the sink. For the price it was not a value, and what delay we only had to stay one night as we were traveling in the area. ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Blair, Manawatu Dec 5, 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Disappointing. Really disappointed in this place. Stayed for one night, room smelled of fish or something (could have been the air cond), went out to town and the smell was worse when we arrived back even though we left all the windows open. The soap dispenser was empty, the heated pool was freezing. Overall experience was poor. This place really needs some work done because it's in a great location!! ##### Blair ### 4/10 Poor #### Lisa, Wellington Dec 2, 2016 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 2nd stay at Absolute This was our 2nd stay - last time it was great. This time - there were no soaps or bathroom products. The soap wall container was empty! The only cleaning product was the 50 times watered down dishwashing liquid. It only just qualified as dishwashing liquid as it was so diluted. We felt this hotel might be having financial issues as we paid rack rate (no discount) and got a bed. We had to buy soap - we have never had to buy soap - especially at $200 per night. Please, please, please..... don't penalise the cyclists who stay during Round Taupo time because you have a captive audience. At least fill the soap dispenser. ##### Lisa ### 8/10 Good #### Vinnie, Wellington Nov 21, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel close to everything!!! This hotel was in the perfect spot. Across the road from the lake, shops 1 block away and the owner was fantastic! ##### Vinnie ### 10/10 Excellent #### toshiko Oct 18, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 便利でアットホームなホテル オーナーご夫妻、ご主人は以前長く日本に住まわれて日本語が流暢、日本人の奥様はとても親切で旅の疲れが癒されました。立地条件も良く便利でした。是非オススメします。 ##### toshiko ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Sep 15, 2016 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Room was so horrible I did not stay. Room was so horrible I did not stay................................................................ ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Malcolm, Auckland, NZ Jul 25, 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Laundry facilities weren't good. Bathroom needs renovation. ##### Malcolm ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jul 5, 2016 Disliked: Room comfort #### Absolutely not Lakefront, but handy to town Absolute Lakefront does not actually mean that. We were disappointed with our allocated room but the manager gave us another room which was better. Not all room have cooking facilities so it's hit and miss. The electric blankets didn't work and as it was the middle of winter it was very cold. The microwave didn't work well either. The manager was responsive and courteous. ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Ian, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand Jun 7, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Room comfort #### Convenient, very close to Town Very friendly and helpful owner/staff. However studio unit had no wardrobe to hang up anything, picture was propped up not hung on wall, heated pool was quite cool. This venue is work in progress which in time will improve even more. ##### Ian ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Jun 6, 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cleanliness is not their focus Hugely disappointed and would not go back. No latches on the windows so the wind blew through, double electric blanket on the bed but no socket to plug into on one side, shower had mould, toilet roll holder rusted, dining chair broken and stained, but worst was the stains on the bedding!! ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Apr 28, 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### not so great 'Heated' indoor pool was freezing. Bedroom wall had had water damage and it had just been fixed but a damp smell lingered. $290 was too much for this accomodation. ##### Verified traveller