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Ashbrook Motel Taupo

3.0 star property
Suburban motel with a full-service spa and free valet parking

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Reception
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing
Exterior
43-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Located in a prime shopping district, Ashbrook Motel Taupo offers a refreshing retreat with updated amenities. Guests can relax in the garden, use the grocery shopping service, or enjoy the onsite spa and spa tub. High-speed WiFi and a nearby business center add practicality.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Premium Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Premium Spa Suite) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Premium Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Premium Spa Suite)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Pillowtop bed
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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43-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom (Premium Spa Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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43-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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43-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom (Superior Family)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Superior Spa Suite)

43-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Superior Spa Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom (Queen1 Brm Suite 3 Guests)

43-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom (Queen1 Brm Suite 3 Guests)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Superior Spa Suite)

43-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Superior Spa Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom (Queen Shower Suite)

43-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom (Queen Shower Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom (Premium Family Spa)

43-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom (Premium Family Spa)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Pillowtop bed
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

43-inch LED TV with premium channels, TV, DVD player

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 44 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Taupō Central, a neighborhood in Taupō, Ashbrook Motel Taupo is in a shopping district and near a boardwalk/promenade. A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Golf Club Taupō. Spa Thermal Park and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's hot springs and health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
9 Scannell St, Taupo, Waikato, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Embra - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Ashbrook Motel Taupo

Motel remodeled in 2023 and located near Lake Taupō
You can look forward to a free grocery shopping service, a garden, and laundry facilities at Ashbrook Motel Taupo. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a business center and a hot tub.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Ashbrook Motel Taupo offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 43-inch LED TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • Hot tub
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Portable shower seat
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2007
  • Renovated entire property - February 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: 20-percent of room rate for check-in between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: 20-percent of room rate for check-in between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ashbrook Motel Taupo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Ashbrook Motel Taupo?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ashbrook Motel Taupo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM– 8:00 AM for a fee of 20%.

What time is check-out at Ashbrook Motel Taupo?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ashbrook Motel Taupo located?

Located in Taupō Central, this spa motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Lake Taupō. Waikato River and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Ashbrook Motel Taupo Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 297 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, nice room, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy and a short walk to town
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice motel and nice service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked: location, appearance, parkiing, cleanliness, facilities, courteous, helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sakshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All wonderful I enjoyed the trip and amazing property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, fresh & clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and staff excellent especially Jo in reception and handy for shops etc
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and quiet motel close to Taupo CBD. Always cleaned to a high standard and staff are friendly and helpful. Our go to in Taupo.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thankyou for a lovely stay, we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quality Taupo motel, handy to town centre and Lake
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was always happy, good having a washing machine and dryer at the Property for guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Amenities
Room was great & spacious with cute kitchenette. Friendly staff. Walkable to town and eateries. Highly recommended wateries
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, Reasonably priced and convenient. Enjoyed our two night stay. Very Clean and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Nights Sleep

Excellent place for a night where we need the rest frome driving. Site Manager waited for us to arrive.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, very clean and tidy, we had a trailer with us and parking within the complex was easy and viewable from our room. would be happy to book and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming guests and spotless clean unit. Quiet location but still super close to the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greta service , pricing and location . Couldnt fault .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yishan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is big and it's very quite
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only stayed a single night - 6 adults, plenty of room for all, with a very friendly check in. Unit was nice n clean. Will prob stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet. Close to the shops.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was very welcoming and comfortable. The addition of a picture or two was also as were the soft furnishings. Everything to make for a comfortable stay was included in the unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean accommodation. Had 2 grandsons staying with us. Only disadvantage was no couch to sit on just the beds and kitchen chairs. It was great otherwise.

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean conveniently located motel. It would be nice if there was more plunger coffee provided, only enough for one. Instructions on how to use heat pump would help also. Heat pump quite noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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