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Clearwater Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Delightful beach motel with a spa tub

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Lake view
On the beach
Aerial view
Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
On the beach
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
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  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Breakfast available
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  • Kitchen
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  • Free WiFi
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  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
229 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330
  • Popular LocationTaupo Hot Springs17 min walk
  • Popular LocationTaupo Marina and Boat Ramp4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpa Thermal Park5 min drive
  • AirportTaupo (TUO)5 min drive

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8/10 Good

Very clean. Beautiful view.
June
Oct 1, 2022
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Room options

View all photos for Studio/Family Beach Level

Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Studio/Family Beach Level

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 47 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Lake view

Studio (First Floor)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 38 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio (Beach Level)

Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Studio (Beach Level)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 38 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 39 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Taupo

Clearwater Motor Lodge is located in Waipahihi, a neighborhood in Taupo, and is near the airport and on the beach. Lake Taupo and Three Mile Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupo Hot Springs. Spa Thermal Park and The Landing Lake Taupo are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 17 min walk
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 4 min drive
  • Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Master of India - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Plateau - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Clearwater Motor Lodge

Motel located in Waipahihi
A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Clearwater Motor Lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the spa tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Clearwater Motor Lodge have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and free toiletries
  • 35-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Balconies, separate sitting areas, and kitchens

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • 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 (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 35-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 18 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 25 (one-way), (from 3 to 18 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Clearwater Motor Lodge
Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo
Clearwater Motor Taupo
Clearwater Hotel Taupo
Clearwater Motor Lodge Motel
Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo
Clearwater Motor Lodge Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of Jul 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clearwater Motor Lodge on Jul 21, 2024 start from P 5,723.71, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Clearwater Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–9:00 PM on request. A fee of NZD 25 per person applies.

Where is Clearwater Motor Lodge located?

Located in Waipahihi, this beachfront motel is on the boardwalk/promenade and within 1 mi (2 km) of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupo. Three Mile Bay and Taupo Hot Springs are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Clearwater Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 196 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived to a lovely warm room (thermally heated) which is good in winter. Well set up, comfortable bed and spa bath. View over the lake was what I wanted. We'll appointed. Stepped out of the property onto the lakeside walkway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very warm due to thermal heat under the foundations, perfect in mid winter a little too warm for late Sept. air con works well. Plumbing quite noisy from rooms close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View - amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well appointed – great place to stay and relax – loved it
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Letitia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Service was terrible
Staff were extremely hard to communicate with and we’re very accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room, excellent views of lake, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Def recommended
Very happy with the service and the room, thank you. Very clean, modern decoration with everything you need. Great shower pressure too. Only slight negative was that we ordered a cooked breakfast and it arrived almost cold. Otherwise loved it thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The views. The spa pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Have stayed here in the past and is starting to b a bit shabby , plastic flowers , carpet starting to lift , have to get in spa to put plug in and step out onto carpet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly welcome room was excellent and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly rooms with access to the water. Mineral pool and in room Spa baths.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable spacious ,spotless place with great views ,kitchen well supplied ,spa bath amaaazing! breakfast not up to standard of rest of property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything we wanted in an overnight stay accommodation was present with top of the list being a comfortable bed and good bathroom facilities. Good quality internet is also important and this was provided.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ckelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A little Tired - Overall Okay though
very clean and tidy just a little run down but not too bad the pool was in need of a big clean but the room and bathroom were very clean bathroom needed a little upgrading - but overall happy to be fair.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spotlessly clean. Serviced daily. Very friendly helpful staff. Loved the hot mineral pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

LORRAINE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good motel was the cleanest l have had. The couple were very nice. Right on the lake, could walk down the path to the Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views, a really lovely spot! Staff very friendly. Clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon, Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location with a great view and a good coffee stop just down the walkway
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie, Levin NZ

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome receptionist, great room right on the lake front with out door area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Rotorua

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view over the lake and in room large spa pool
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Sharon, Auckland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lakeside and view. We were not on walking level so lots of steps.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020