Title: The Lake Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=9199092&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Lake Motel Travelers find laid-back comfort near the airport at The Lake Motel, where a beautiful garden connects guests with nature and bicycle rentals invite adventure ## Photo gallery for The Lake Motel ![Front of property - The Lake Motel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9200000/9199100/9199092/51c28b76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1970's Suite 3 - The Lake Motel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9200000/9199100/9199092/19ac30fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Unit #5 - The Courtyard | Living area - The Lake Motel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9200000/9199100/9199092/1e5ebdc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Suite, Multiple Beds - The Lake Motel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9200000/9199100/9199092/96b77687.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Lake Motel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9200000/9199100/9199092/69d4369d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Lake Motel provides a peaceful retreat near the airport with practical amenities like free WiFi and laundry facilities. Guests can relax in the scenic garden, use the barbecue grills for outdoor meals, or borrow bikes to discover nearby attractions. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 22 - Jan. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=9199092&PinnedHotelID=9199092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=9199092&PinnedHotelID=9199092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 23 - Jan. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=9199092&PinnedHotelID=9199092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=9199092&PinnedHotelID=9199092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=9199092&PinnedHotelID=9199092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=9199092&PinnedHotelID=9199092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=9199092&PinnedHotelID=9199092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=9199092&PinnedHotelID=9199092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Classic Suite, Multiple Beds ![Classic Suite, Multiple Beds | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9200000/9199100/9199092/2cf26d4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Suite, Multiple Beds 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Yard Separate dining area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator - 430 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for 1960's Suite ![1960's Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9200000/9199100/9199092/2f8e6778.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1960's Suite 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Yard Separate dining area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for 1970's Suite 3 ![1970's Suite 3 | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9200000/9199100/9199092/9efdadd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1970's Suite 3 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Yard Separate dining area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Unit #5 - The Courtyard ![Unit #5 - The Courtyard | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9200000/9199100/9199092/11258a9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Unit #5 - The Courtyard 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Separate dining area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View ![Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9200000/9199100/9199092/b5a4dce4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Yard Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds - Garden view ![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-The-Lake-Motel.h9199092.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTaupo-Hotels-The-Lake-Motel.h9199092.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Taupō Central, a neighborhood in Taupō, The Lake Motel is in the suburbs and near a boardwalk/promenade. Taupō Hot Springs and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park. A.C. Baths and The Landing Lake Taupō are also worth visiting. Kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and skydiving nearby. [Visit our Taupō travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo.dx3571) [View more Motels in Taupō](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Motels.d3571-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.69639%2C176.08485&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sxgPYQ63vUxFGNHuzhHV_bGlOR4=) 63 Mere Road, Taupo, 0330 ### What's nearby - ![Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108150/01b29e58-e4a9-4240-a58d-af1c460f5475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Taupō Hot Springs 2 min drive \- 1.8 km - ![Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery which includes indigenous culture and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108148/85b9e1ac-522e-496d-ab35-273a79517548.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Taupō Museum and Art Gallery 2 min drive \- 1.8 km - ![rotorua lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974614317/4854363f-28cb-40d1-88c4-2e121bb56d0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Spa Thermal Park 2 min drive \- 2.2 km - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre 2 min drive \- 1.8 km - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp 3 min drive \- 2.1 km ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 7 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 19 min walk - Dixie Brown's Cafe 20 min walk - Replete Food Company 2 min drive - Cafe Baku 19 min walk - Piccolo 2 min drive ## About this property ### The Lake Motel Motel near Lake Taupō The Lake Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Free bicycle rentals, express check-out, and express check-in - Barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. 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Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Tea bags/instant coffee - Toaster ### More - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Pets cannot be left unattended Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: NZD 15 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay - Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day 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 This property accepts credit cards and cash ### 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 Lake Motel Taupo The Lake Motel Motel The Lake Motel Taupo The Lake Motel Motel Taupo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Lake Motel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Lake Motel? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Lake Motel? ### What time is check-out at The Lake Motel? ### Where is The Lake Motel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Lake Motel Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 228 8 - Good 65 6 - Okay 14 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Nov 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved the themed hotel and rooms were very clean ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### gurpreet Jan 21, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great room but very compact ##### gurpreet Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thaddeus Jan 15, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Enjoyed our stay here very much. Cute little bungalow room with everything we needed. Owner was very friendly and recommended places to see in the area, and the local pub for dinner which was great. Close the windows in the evening or sandflies come to visit. Minor detail. Recommend this lovely spot. ##### Thaddeus Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam Oct 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Booked in pretty last minute and the staff were super friendly and helpful and the room was amazing. We are wish we could have stayed longer! ##### Adam Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ferolini Jan 2, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great room, we stayed 7 nights from 26th dec to 2nd jan family of 4, 3 adults and one child and our 2 dogs. The staff were really nice and non judgemental of the breed of our dogs. We really appreciate that they allow dogs. First time we have been able to have them with us when away. It saved alot of doggy separation anxiety. So greatful we could have them with us. Highly recommend The Lake Motel ![Our dogs having a kiss in the morning sun haha](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/38cfbe85-814a-4640-8431-b73183112b65-1767332915268.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Fabulous relaxing room.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4578ed2d-52b9-4e70-b44e-7d5d22ba6462-1767333013525.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![We were aloud to use our coal bbq from home and had a nice court yard to use.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a0dd93f0-c074-4108-bfc3-8ac657272f50-1767333012676.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2cf0114e-12a7-44a5-b036-861c14365911-1767333011951.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### ferolini Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie Jan 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable stay in a lovely property. ##### Natalie Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina Aug 1, 2025 Clean and had everything we needed. Loved the retro themed decor and it did not feel like a motel. Tony and Di were friendly and their accommodation is reasonably priced and highly recommended! ##### Gina Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Thomas Apr 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quaint and comfortable place to stay We stayed one night but were happy with the space of our unit..separate bedroom and spacious bathroom. ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayley Oct 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities What a great place to stay, had everything we needed. Great location, would stay again ##### Hayley Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LEISA Feb 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great little place, owner friendly and helpful ##### LEISA Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### PAUL JEFFERY Feb 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great location. Quiet and small, so not super busy so relaxing. ##### PAUL JEFFERY Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Karen Kim Nov 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great affordable motel in a quiet area! ##### Karen Kim ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly Sep 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved staying here, our host was amazing, so friendly and helpful - she even put my washing in the drier when it had finished for me! The room was so cool and had everything we needed and the sitting area out the back was a lovely area. Pity it was raining but when we come back, and we absolutely will, we’ll make the most of it. Thank you 😊 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9f9df330-853d-46d2-83e9-02c84eb2bbd4-1758344267457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9474bfbc-4fa2-4c7e-a2fe-02d23b39efbc-1758344314960.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kelly Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce May 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The motel is conveniently located and is very clean. It's pet friendly but with no adverse smells. We managed to leave some valuable items and the owners were very quick to find them and have them ready for a relative to pick up. We'd stay here again. ##### Bruce Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vonney May 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a real retro motel and was very well kept. The Owners were very welcoming, approachable and helpful. We were given an upgraded unit at no extra cost. The motel is situated in a good area, close walk to the Lake. It was a very enjoyable stay which we greatly appreciated. ##### Vonney Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jay Nov 9, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Thanks Tony, we enjoyed our stay. Loved the small retro flat, super comfy bed. Perfect for our stay in Taupo🙏 ##### Jay Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony Jul 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Highly recommend booking the retro 70’s awesome stay brought back good memories of being in that era the decor was a throwback and the added touch was the couch will book again soon👍 ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The Lake Hotel was very cute and comfortable. Wish we had stayed here more than 1 night just because it was so cute! Host steered us to a delicious dinner at the Mole and Chicken and we overall really enjoyed our stay. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances Lee Mar 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This quaint property has a great proprietor who readily showed us wonderful places to go in the area and made good suggestions for our limited time. The room was comfortable and the standing fan was very helpful. This historic property is in a very walkable location to the lake. ##### Frances Lee Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua Aug 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lake Motel was awesome — tons of space, less than 5 minute drive to downtown Taupo, and the owner was super kind and helped us out with our laundry. We would stay again in a heartbeat. ##### Joshua Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leiki Jul 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really enjoyed our stay. Friendly hosts, very clean and well appointed. There were even electric blankets on the beds for the cold winter nights! Would definitely recommend. ##### Leiki Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth Oct 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A very relaxing and comfortable overnight stay with a fridge to keep our food and drinks in and mini kitchen for preparing our own breakfast with coffee plunger for making that special brew. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Elizabeth Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francis Feb 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely place to stay Check in was very smooth. We were showed to our room by a very friendly host. Our room was clean, tidy and had everything that we needed for our 1 night stay. Plenty of places to eat within a reasonable walking distance or short drive. Would return if we ever came back to this area. ##### Francis Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenni Mar 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This cute retro hotel is a short walk to the Lake. It has the best service ever - truly retro in a good way! They still tidy the room daily, bring fresh towels, offer laundry service, free bike loan, and are so helpful and informative. Highly recommend! ##### Jenni Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie Oct 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely stay Lovely boutique motel, we had our own little detached room at the back of motel, it was a comfortable twin room, nice and cosy. A short walk to the lake & not far to walk into town. It's great that the motel is also pet friendly. 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