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Colonial Lodge Motel

4.0 star property
Beach motel in Taupō with free parking

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The Colonial Lodge Motel offers lakeside tranquility with practical comforts. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and continental breakfast. Relax on the garden terrace or let the helpful staff assist with tours to nearby attractions.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Business Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Business Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

One Bedroom Superior Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Studio Aircon

  • Sleeps 2

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Large Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 7

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Single Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Studio Aircon

  • Sleeps 3

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Studio Aircon

  • Sleeps 2

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Business Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Business Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment With Lake View

  • Sleeps 5

About the neighborhood

Map
134 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Millennium Hotel & Resort - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Colonial Lodge Motel

Upscale motel near Lake Taupō
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Colonial Lodge Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and a reception hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Colonial Lodge Motel offer comforts such as private hot tubs and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and rainfall showers
  • 50-inch HDTVs with Netflix, premium channels, and DVD players
  • Kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Things to do

  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2002
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent 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 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Guests are required to contact the hotel in advance if arriving outside of normal check-in hours.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Colonial Lodge Motel
Colonial Lodge Motel Taupo
Colonial Taupo
Colonial Lodge Motel Motel
Colonial Lodge Motel Taupo
Colonial Lodge Motel Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Is Colonial Lodge Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Colonial Lodge Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Colonial Lodge Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Colonial Lodge Motel located?

Located in Taupō Central, this beach motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Taupō, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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