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Lakeside Taupo

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Located close to Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon, Lakeside Taupo provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets.

Business Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets.

Twin Studio

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets.

Twin Spa Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Studio

7.6 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a small bedside table, a window with a view of a body of water, and a ceiling light.

Lakefront Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Taupō Central, a neighborhood in Taupō, Lakeside Taupo is in the entertainment district and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Huka Falls. Craters of the Moon and Aratiatia Rapids are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking, water skiing, and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Taupō travel guide
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114 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • A rock formation with a carved face and a cave entrance surrounded by water and vegetation.
    Lake Taupō
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A carved wooden artifact with intricate patterns and a smaller carved object in the foreground.
    Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • beach near Taupō Central
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    13 min walk
  • Waterside
    16 min walk
  • Espresso Cove Taupo
    15 min walk
  • Cafe Baku
    14 min walk
  • Lone Star Taupo
    15 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free cruise terminal shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • On a lake
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

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  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day
  • 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 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
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

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
Parking height restrictions apply

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Taupo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Taupo?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Taupo?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).

Does Lakeside Taupo provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 9 AM–6 PM on request.

Where is Lakeside Taupo located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Taupō Central motel is in the entertainment district, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Taupō, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon. Aratiatia Rapids is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away.

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

Lakeside Taupo Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 580 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 580 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 580 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 580 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 580 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Easy check in process. Bed was comfy. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy & secure, location is great, restaurants nearby, a fair walk into town, but in saying that its a nice walk to town along the board walk. Quiet and good views.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to town centre
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to stay very clean and tidy, close to town and the lake front. Staff all very friendly. Only negative was the bed was super hard and uncomfortable pillows. Everything else was great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very responsive via phone contact. The phone number provided to me was incorrect and connected yo a different motel in Taupo which was weird. The lock box was very sticky and difficult to open, Ax was the entry door. Which needs a fix. The cooking equipment was very limited and could do with a smaller saucepan in the studio unit as the current size is enormous for cooking a 1-2 person meal. These were setbacks but notxa deterrent and I would stay again. Maybe better bathroom extras would be good like providing some shower girl and shampoo.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room walkable into shopping and dining area of Taupo.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, rooms a bit dated for price, also shower over spa bath it rather high to step over into with nothing to hold onto.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean and comfortable beds. The pillows were all very large and uncomfortable but everything else was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious apartment, and handy to restaurants etc.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely fantastic room and amenities. Lovely location right on the lakefront and close to town center. Couple of dining options closeby…
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that I could just walk across the road to be beside the lake and all along the lake front into town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location to enjoy and explore activities on and around the Lake !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value and eating establishments close by.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, and right on the lakefront for excellent views, walking, and swimming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel close to town with good parking and easy self checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hey stay was good.. big space and good for family
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our night stay, comfortable beds, clean, shower was good. Will be back for our future stays .
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff great and very helpful. Room clean and tidy. No patio or view for our room but always parking available.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Check in instruction was clear and easy to follow.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to book & check in. Instructions clear. The room is a decent size. Lots of space & a small kitchenette. Decent sized tv. Great shower pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location Property is a bit tired but good location for the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
older unit and could do with some remedial work however very comfortable and nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Close to the lake although no direct view.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025