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Chelmswood Motel Taupo

3.5 star property
Outdoor pool and sauna create a peaceful retreat at Chelmswood Motel Taupo, where tranquility awaits just steps from comfortable accommodations

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Two Bedroom Family Suites | Living area | 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels - Chelmswood Motel Taupo (Taupo)
Accessible Lakeview Queen Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished - Chelmswood Motel Taupo (Taupo)
Two Bedroom Family Suites | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster - Chelmswood Motel Taupo (Taupo)
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Travelers can cool off in the outdoor pool or relax in the sauna at Chelmswood Motel Taupo. The property offers practical amenities like a gym, library, and laundry facilities. Guests consistently mention the peaceful atmosphere throughout the property.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

One Bedroom Unit with Thermal Pool

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Unit with Thermal Pool | Living area | 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Family Unit with Thermal Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Lake View, Queen Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Lake View, Queen Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Ensuite Queen Bed Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Ensuite Queen Bed Studio

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Bedroom Family Suites | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Two Bedroom Family Suites

  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 3 Large Twin Beds

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Accessible Lakeview Queen Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Accessible Lakeview Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Budget Lakeview Queen Bed Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Budget Lakeview Queen Bed Studio

  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Two Mile Bay, a neighborhood in Taupō, Chelmswood Motel Taupo is in the entertainment district and on a lake. Taupō Hot Springs and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and The Landing Lake Taupō are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Taupō travel guide
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250 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi Bay, Taupo, 2730

What's nearby

  • Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand
    Taupō Hot Springs
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Three Mile Bay
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Four Mile Bay
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    5 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Dixie Brown's Cafe
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Cafe Baku
    5 min drive

About this property

Chelmswood Motel Taupo

Motel located in Two Mile Bay
A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Chelmswood Motel Taupo. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking, plus extended parking (surcharge)
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Patios, refrigerators, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • 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 (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1974
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property does not allow late check-ins for the following room types: Ensuite Queen, Ensuite Twin, and Ensuite Econ Queen.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 18 2025 to October 17 2027 (dates subject to change):
  • Sauna
The property will be renovating from March 1 2026 to April 30 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Guestrooms
During renovations, the motel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

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

  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chelmswood Motel Taupo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chelmswood Motel Taupo?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chelmswood Motel Taupo?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Chelmswood Motel Taupo located?

Located in Two Mile Bay, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupō. Three Mile Bay and Taupō Hot Springs are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Chelmswood Motel Taupo Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 370 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 370 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 370 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 370 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 370 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great wee spot, clean and organized, management is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean, staff friendly and easy parking right in front of studio. Kitchen was well equipped and a lovely view towards the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional staff. I'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was basic but clean and tidy. Quiet location although thin walls between units. Swimming pool was far too hot for our liking. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness
clean facilities and helpful staff. The kitchen was very small and the bathroom rather basic and the badly leaking spouting outside the entrance door was annoying
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bernadette

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
While the bed was comfortable, and the kitchen had been upgraded, the room was dusty and the windows were not very clean considering we had a view of the lake. The bathroom was in dire need of an upgrade.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bharti

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, lovely helpful workers. Polite respectful and professional
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Minh Duy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this hotel!!!! It is spacious with a separate cooking area with stove microwave and refrigerator. The best part is the bathroom with a separate mineral tub to soak in. The water comes out piping hot so you need to add cold water to it. My favorite stay in all of New Zealand by far. There is a view from the lakeside units.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

jose

Room is okay. The staff is courteous. The amenities is only average. Only average
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness
Dripping shower was quite annoying all night long. Pool was boiling hot so unable to utilize. Staff was quite eager to please though and very friendly and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Averil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good easy parking right outside the unit. Mini Kitchen had all that I needed. But I always take my own kitchen things, so it was a good back up to have. The staff were really nice and helpful. The room was clean. The only thing I had a issue was the shower was quite a step up to get into. I spoke to a staff member and he went out of his way and sorted a small ramp for me. To get up into the shower. As I have hip issues. I recommend this place and happy to come back and stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ganeswar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Parking, large space, comfortable bed, lake facing, nice kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Maraea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking is great No Stress, Everything is great enjoying our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joshua and Faith

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The host was friendly but, for me, he was quite hard to understand as he was foreign. The room was ok, basic, the bed was very hard so we didn't get much rest but the deep thermal bath was very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is clean and tidy but older style but good for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Maraea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family rooms could do with a bit more updating, also think of having a electric frying pan in the room, rooms should have clothes iron, hangers maybe a clothes airing rack by the spa bath and spa towels also tea towels. The share kitchen was short of utensils and other stuff. Also making sure everything is always clean and put away nicely and not just left in a box with dust building up
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marilyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Parking was convenient. Kitchen was basic. No staff were on-site after 7pm. We asked for clean towels and came home at night to find the dirty towels still, even though we had been told we would have clean towels left. The room had not been serviced. Rubbish bins were not emptied. There were two doors. The door to outside would not lock from outside. The door that went into an inside passage was badly fitted and the room was not very secure. We had trouble with that lock too. The room smelt musty and I found it hard to breathe at night and did not sleep well. Sadly my clothes picked up the stale smell. The price per night was exorbitant for such poor quality accomodation. We will not go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Mitchel

Canceled my booking on me didn't give a reason
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sally Louise

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, tidy room. Nice cosy bed with crisp, clean bedding. Enjoyed our private mineral spa pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Un motel charmant au bord du lac, certes il est un peu daté mais il est impeccable. On peut se garer, le spa thermal dans la chambre est bien agréable, la petite cuisine est parfaite et la chambre a une belle taille avec une jolie terrasse et la vue sur le lac.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Gary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Greeted with a very offensive smell in our room. I'm surprised the cleaners never noticed it when preparing the room. Facilities otherwise very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was a bit hard but other than that great place to spend a night or 2.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020