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Ashbrook Motel Taupo

Taupo

Set in Taupo, 36 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, Ashbrook Motel Taupo offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star motel offers room service and a tour desk. Certain units at the property feature a balcony with a city view. Hotel staff is very friendly and helpful. She allowed us to do late night washing and drying of clothes. She also teach me how to use washing machine & dryer.

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9.2
Wonderful
1,089 reviews
Price from
$141
per night

Acacia Lake View Motel

Taupo

Boasting an idyllic lake front setting, Acacia Lake View Motel offers free WiFi. Some rooms feature a balcony. All have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Acacia Lake View Motel is just 300-metres from Taupo Town Centre and a 5 minute Tauhara Golf Course. Taupo Airport is a 10-minute drive away. Helpfulness of staff. Friendly. Informed.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,879 reviews
Price from
$109
per night

Creel Lodge

Turangi

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Turangi town centre, Creel Lodge is a 4.5-star Qualmark rated motel offering self-contained suites with a private patio and BBQ facilities.

Lake Taupo and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are within 5 minutes’ drive from Creel Lodge. The Tongariro National Park’s ski fields and walking trails are 40 minutes’ drive away. Large living room with separate bedroom. There was a well equipped, small kitchenette. A large, very clean bathroom. The bed was comfortable, and the room was quiet. There were several facilities for fishermen. It was very pleasant to sit on the deck and watch the birds. It was a short walk to the river. There were laundry facilities on site. We loved the place.

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9.2
Wonderful
1,164 reviews
Price from
$101
per night

Alpine Lake Motel

Taupo

Alpine Lake Motel offers modern self-contained accommodation in the centre of Taupo. The property features barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free car parking.

Alpine Lake Motel is located within 10 minutes’ walk to a number of shops, restaurants and lake activities. Everything was perfect! We would like to come back!

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9
Wonderful
1,400 reviews
Price from
$137
per night

Baycrest Thermal Lodge

Taupo

All apartments include a fully equipped kitchen, ceramic hot plate and under floor central heating. Facilities include a thermal-heated swimming pool, poolside bar, shared barbecue facilities and laundry. Very enjoyable private thermal pool. Clean and comfortable bed. Well equipped kitchen.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,385 reviews
Price from
$179
per night

Te Aroha Motel

Te Aroha

Set in Te Aroha, 50 km from University of Waikato, Te Aroha Motel offers accommodation with a garden and free private parking. The motel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. lovely reception and really comfy. room with everything needed.

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9
Wonderful
745 reviews
Price from
$93
per night

Trailblazer Studios

Waihi

Trailblazer Studios is a 4-star property located in Waihi township. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Each unit has a north facing patio. Free WiFi and parking is provided.

Guests at Trailblazer Studios can enjoy a free continental breakfast. Very clean and spacious suite. Had everything you need and the hosts were very welcoming.

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9.4
Wonderful
167 reviews
Price from
$110
per night

Podium Lodge

Cambridge

Located in a rural setting, Podium Lodge offers accommodation 2 minutes' drive from Cambridge. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property.

Each well appointed room has a flat-screen TV. Certain units include a seating area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms have a private bathroom. Great location, friendly staff

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9.1
Wonderful
811 reviews
Price from
$115
per night

Kelly Rd Cambridge Lodge

Cambridge

Set in Cambridge, 18 km from Hamilton Gardens, Kelly Rd Cambridge Lodge offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 23 km from Waikato Stadium, 22 km from Garden Place Hamilton and 20 km from University of Waikato. The property is non-smoking and is located 18 km from Mystery Creek Events Centre.

AgResearch is 20 km from the motel, while Hamilton High Court and District Court is 21 km away. Hamilton Airport is 15 km from the property. Modern stylish decor, clean, lovely room & the bathroom I want in my home! Quiet location yet close to the picturesque town of Cambridge - ideally located for travel to tourist hotspots such as Hobbiton. So nice we booked another two nights

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9.1
Wonderful
969 reviews
Price from
$135
per night

BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

Hamilton

Situated a 4-minute walk to Waikato and Braemar Hospital, BKs Premier Motel Hamilton is located in Hamilton, 1.9 km from Hamilton Gardens.

Each suite at this motel is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Most suites have a courtyard, patio or terrace. You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms have a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer. Soooo clean. Our room had a Queen Sized bed, a kitchenette & shower ensuite. The kitchenette had a 4 ring hob, microwave, standard size fridge & pots & pans etc everything we needed. There is a laundry room where you can wash & dry your clothes FOR FREE. We stayed for 7 nights & loved it. 5 mins walk to the next bus stop, which is then about 10 mins in to town. The lake is about 20 mins walk. Hamilton Gardens also within walking distance along the river path. We didn’t have a car but there is lots of parking. Superb place 😃

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9.1
Wonderful
796 reviews
Price from
$140
per night

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