Clearwater Motor Lodge
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Clearwater Motor Lodge

Motel
229 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, Waikato 3330, New Zealand
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With a stay at Clearwater Motor Lodge in Taupo (Waipahihi), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. This beach motel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Taupo Hot Springs and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Three Mile Bay.Show More
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Highlights
Airport pick-up available
Free parking
Lots to do
Amenities
Hot Spring
Airport pick-up
Outdoor swimming pool
Airport drop-off
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Private parkingFree
Exclusive Beach Area
Restaurant
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Property Description
With a stay at Clearwater Motor Lodge in Taupo (Waipahihi), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. This beach motel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Taupo Hot Springs and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Three Mile Bay.
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4.3/5
Very Good
Cleanliness4.3
Amenities4.3
Location4.3
Service4.3
All 21 Reviews
Surroundings
Airport: Taupo Airport
(5.1 km)
Landmarks: Hot Water Beach
(300m)
Landmarks: Taharepa Baths
(620m)
Landmarks: Taharepa Reserve
(800m)
Landmarks: Taupo DeBretts Hot Springs
(1.0 km)
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Rooms

Guest Reviews

Services & Amenities

Policies

Studio (First Floor)
15

Studio (First Floor)

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
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Studio (Beach Level)
9

Studio (Beach Level)

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
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Studio/Family Beach Level
7

Studio/Family Beach Level

2 Single bed or 1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric fan
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Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View
7

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric fan
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Family Room with Lake View
1

Family Room with Lake View

1 King bed and 2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
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Guest Reviews

4.3/5
Very Good
21 reviews
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  • Cleanliness4.3
  • Amenities4.3
  • Location4.3
  • Service4.3
Average for similar properties in Taupo
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AI Summary
The staff offers exceptional, friendly service. Guests enjoy comfortable, spacious rooms with fantastic lake views. The waterfront location is conveniently close to the lake.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
March 21, 2023
It's a great hotel. It's not like a motel. The lake view room is beautiful. Unfortunately, I only booked it for two nights. I look forward to booking a lake view room like this next time I bring my daughter and children together. You can go out to swim and the lake outside the room window. There is a hot water bath, which is great, and the owner is Chinese.
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
March 11, 2024
Website is misleading - we booked and paid for a studio lake front upper level room because the website states airconditioned - this was not the case. When we contacted reception and told them this the suggestion was to open the balcony door. The room was really uncomfortably hot. Lovely lake view, but really close to the walkway which means people can see right into your room. When standing on our balcony we could see right into your neighbours room. I was also asked for my vaccine pass which was no problem for us but could be for others - probably something people should know at the time of booking. Disappointing stay.
A‍m‍i‍n
January 12, 2025
It was awesome staying there
P‍a‍u‍l
December 10, 2024
Fabulous location with fabulous views, very friendly staff, room very clean and comfortable
S‍a‍r‍a‍h
November 24, 2024
We had a beach front room and it was lovely and clean. Had a good number of towels and was a very relaxing space. The spa in the room was great too, although you are asked not to use the jets in the spa after 10pm and you can't use it at all after 11pm, which doesn't suit when you come back from a dinner or function. The parking lot is not suited to larger vehicles and onstreet parking is very limited. There were no hidden costs or holds, so it was great to stay at a place that you only paid what was listed.
S‍a‍m‍u‍e‍l
December 5, 2024
We were so please with our room, we were downstairs, no:10. Layout of the room is great, loved the spa bath!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
November 20, 2024
Stayed here and could not wait to leave. Never had an experience like it before with any accommodation. Place is not clean at all, stains on the sheets and hairs. Staff are useless. We were polite and showed pictures. They said we must have done it. Hardly, when we had checked in 5 mins prior.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 26, 2024
I made a reservation in Jun'24 for a visit in Dec'24 so I could compete in the Ironman 70.3 World Championship race. Two months after I made the reservation, I received an email from the hotel indicating they had given the room to someone else, and that the hotel was otherwise full. I was incredibly confused by this explanation and lack of professionalism. I asked for clarification but did not receive any additional information as to how this could happen. I highly recommend finding a different accommodation as this hotel is not trustworthy and lacks professionalism.

Services & Amenities

Hot Spring
Outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
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Internet
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Transportation
Business Services
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Food & Drink
Public Areas
Health & Wellness
Activities
Cleaning Services
Safety & Security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–23:30
Check-out: 07:30–10:00

Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]07:30–20:30

Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.

Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish
StyleA la carte
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Service Animals
Service animals are allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.

Paying at the Hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 10
With a stay at Clearwater Motor Lodge in Taupo (Waipahihi), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. This beach motel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Taupo Hot Springs and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Three Mile Bay.

Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this Mediterranean motel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.

Take advantage of the motel's room service. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Rooms have private balconies. 35-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have breakfast?

Yes, Clearwater Motor Lodge have the high-rated breakfast including: Continental, Full English/Irish.

What times are Clearwater Motor Lodge check-in and check-out?

Clearwater Motor Lodge check-in time is 14:00-23:30 and the check-out time is 10:00.

What is Clearwater Motor Lodge cancellation policy?

The cancellation policy for Clearwater Motor Lodge varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

How much does it cost to stay at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Prices at Clearwater Motor Lodge change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. Please search for the dates you wish to stay to view prices.

What is the cloest airport from Clearwater Motor Lodge?

The closest airport is Taupo Airport, and it is about 7 mins from hotel by car (5.1 km).

How to get a receipt?

The receipts are issued differently depending on the payment method you use. If you use "Prepayment", you can get an electronic receipt from the booking details page. If you wish to pay at hotel, please inform the front desk staff when you check out.

What are Clearwater Motor Lodge nearby landmarks?

Clearwater Motor Lodge locates at the center of Taupo. The nearby landmarks include Hot Water Beach, and it is 300m from your search (straight-line distance).

About This Property

Nearest AirportTaupo Airport
Distance to Airport5.06KM
Average Price FromCAD223
Hotel Star Rating4