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Sails On The Lake

3.5 star property
Lakefront motel in Taupo with free parking

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Mountain view
One Bedroom Lake View Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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32-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV

One Bedroom Lake View Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Spa Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Spa Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Toaster
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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32-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV

One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
138 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Sails On The Lake

Motel near Taupo Hot Springs
Located close to Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp, Sails On The Lake provides a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Sails On The Lake feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters

Languages

Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 smoke detector
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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Best Western Sails Motor
Best Western Sails Motor Lodge
Best Western Sails Motor Lodge Taupo
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Sails Motor Lodge Taupo
Sails Lake Motel Taupo
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Sails Motor
Quality Inn Sails Taupo Hotel Taupo
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Frequently asked questions

Is Sails On The Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sails On The Lake?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sails On The Lake?

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 Sails On The Lake?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sails On The Lake located?

Located in Taupō Central, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp, Taupo Museum and Art Gallery, and Taupo Hot Springs.

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Sails On The Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 718 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 718 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 718 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 718 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 718 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Was comfortable and very clean. Had all the amenities we needed for an overnight stay. Easy check-in and check-out. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Has a beautiful view, nice facilities and easy check in/out
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Friendly staff and just across from the lake for a swim.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Great position across from the lake. Lovely staff and room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

I really enjoyed my stay. The owner was so kind and gave many excellent suggestions of places to eat and other places to visit - some of which I didn’t find on the regular websites, but which were well worth it. The location was lovely, just across the lake. I loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Nice lake view, had everything we needed, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Wonderful Views of the Lake and very spacious units.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great friendly service and clean apartment. Lovely comfy bed and had everything we needed for a comfy night sleep. easy 15 minute walk to dining along the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Perfect water front location, close to the town centre and restaurants. The room was clean, comfortable with all the essentials you could need. Staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great place, value for money and wonderful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Was a great room and view, and bed and sofa was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Beautiful place, loved sitting outside our room watching the Lake. Great location. Beach right across the street. Staff super nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

A n Ross no hassles facility that has all you need for a refreshing holiday. Close to restaurants and stunning views of Lake Taupo and Mountains in the background. This is our third visit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Lovely apartment / motel right on lake Taupo. Large space with very comfortable bed and decent sized shower room with powerful shower. Owners were lovely , friendly and helpful. Good communal barby and a lovely outside seating area. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Bed was nice and comfy! Great proximity to town centre.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The staff at Sails on the Lake were top notch, everyone was so nice and helpful! We loved the location as it was right across from the public beach and super close to downtown shops and restaurants! We also loved the kitchen setups in the rooms to make a quick breakfast or dinner before our busy days! Would 100% recommend this resort to anyone traveling in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Our room was equipped with a kitchenette and they had a grill on site. It was close to amenities. The lake view was wonderful we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Lovely apartment with all the facilities you may need. The beach is just across the road and the town is short walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Clean and functional apartment style accommodation with lakefront views. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Staff very friendly and laundry facility very handy. Could have done better with parking lot as it impeded our water view, which is what we purchased at this location for.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Great location across the road from the lake. Very helpful friendly owner. Compact but got everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Great views.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

Quiet, clean, convenient
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024