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Gables Lakefront Motel

2.5 star property
Beach motel with hot tub

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is P7,528
P8,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Family Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Three Bedroom Family Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
  • 76 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Twin Beds, 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior One Bedroom Suite with Hot Tub

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
  • 40 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior One-Bedroom Apartment with Hot Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Three-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
130 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Gables Lakefront Motel

Motel near Lake Taupo
Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub at Gables Lakefront Motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, luggage storage, and laundry services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Gables Lakefront Motel boast perks such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Spa tub

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1970
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 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 at least 48 hours before arrival 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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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, 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available

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

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Gables Lakefront Motel Taupo
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Frequently asked questions

Is Gables Lakefront Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gables Lakefront Motel?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gables Lakefront Motel on Feb 24, 2025 start from P 7,527.84, 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.

How much is parking at Gables Lakefront Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gables Lakefront Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gables Lakefront Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Gables Lakefront Motel located?

With direct access to the beach, this Taupo motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Taupo, Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp, and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Maori Carvings and Taupo Museum and Art Gallery are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Gables Lakefront Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 423 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 423 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 423 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 423 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 423 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

JOHN

Very enjoyable, very nice hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Great friendly place to stay will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dundee

Very spacious and comfortable. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Right across from the lake/ hotwater beach area
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akshay

Great location and very clean. Comfortable bed and spacious room. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

TONY

The hosts are very friendly and more than accomadating to our needs .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shirlene

Great location, friendly staff, would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Enjoyed the butter cookie treats baked daily for guests. Rooms 7 & higher (Rooms 7 thru 11?) have nice unobstructed view of Lake Taupo & sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan

Great location..good sized rooms...clean..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Plenty of parking. The manager was very nice, showed us our room and everything it offered - including homemade shortbread! The room had everything - including a lovely clean open but private thermal hot tub. There wasn't anything missing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Great central spot for our 3 night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Donna

Great location, loved the private hot tub. The host was very friendly and we especially liked the home baking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

The closeness to the the lake and town centre
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karanbir

Feel like a another home away from home. All facilities available in room and really friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Very friendly owners and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

The location is excellent…its walkable, quiet, easy parking and shops all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nitin

Really clean rooms and great service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Mike

Great place to stay. Clean and quiet. Great location across the road from the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lowela jean

awesome
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Lovely appartment in perfect location
Perfect location by the beach, short walk into town. Friendly and helpful hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Beautiful place to stay. Great view of the lake from the room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

The best Motel we have ever stayed in! Beautiful view, excellent facilities, lovely owners.

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024