Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 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 - 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
Sails On The Lake offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupo. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
Dutch, English
At a glance
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Bike rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Skiing lessons nearby
Waterskiing nearby
Skydiving nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
36 holes of golf
Accessibility
Low-height worktop and sink
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Premium TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Best Western Sails Motor
Best Western Sails Motor Lodge
Best Western Sails Motor Lodge Taupo
Best Western Sails Motor Taupo
Sails Motor Lodge Taupo
Sails Lake Motel Taupo
Sails Motor Taupo
Sails Motor
Quality Inn Sails Taupo Hotel Taupo
Sails Lake Motel
Sails Lake Taupo
Sails Lake
Quality Inn Sails Taupo Hotel
Sails On The Lake Motel
Sails On The Lake Taupo
Sails On The Lake Motel Taupo
Frequently asked questions
Does Sails On The Lake offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sails On The Lake does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sails On The Lake?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sails On The Lake?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sails On The Lake?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Sails On The Lake and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and kayaking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Sails On The Lake also has a garden.
What's the area around Sails On The Lake like?
Sails On The Lake is a short 7-minute drive from Taupo (TUO) and 11 minutes' walk from Lake Taupo.
Sails On The Lake Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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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
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2024
Lakefront views
Clean and functional apartment style accommodation with lakefront views. Great stay.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
29 Nov 2024
Well located motel
Sails was exactly what we wanted. Clean, well located, comfy bed, economic.
Would stay again
matthew
matthew, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Oct 2024
Nice quick visit in Taupo
Quick and easy check in, convenient off street parking, clean and comfortable room with view of the lake across the road. Had everything we needed for a nice night during our couple of days in Taupo.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
Good sized unit, with free laundry facilities which was a bonus. Lovely view out to the lake.
Karen
Karen, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
30 Sept 2024
WJ
WJ, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Sept 2024
wonderful
Benjamin
Benjamin, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
29 Sept 2024
It was great experience
Arun
Arun, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept 2024
Sandi
Sandi, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Aug 2024
Friendly manager, great view, great location, very nice room, spa bath.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
31 July 2024
Super clean. Off street parking. Friendly staff. Thank you.
Ingrid
Ingrid, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 July 2024
Excellent housekeeping.
Michael
Michael, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 June 2024
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ANTONY
ANTONY, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 May 2024
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 May 2024
Great place
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Apr 2024
Very nice place. Ruby the cat was fun. You can walk to town in about 10 minutes and ubers are very easy to get. The lake to right across the road. Very clean and nice motel with good parking.
Glenn
Glenn, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2024
Enjoyed our stay.
Karen
Karen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Apr 2024
Nice and clean. Friendly staff. Very safe. Great location. Could cycle to town and the other direction to 2mile bay sail club.
The shower tap is abit loose
janine
janine, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 Apr 2024
1.7 Km walk to restaurants and town. Great Lake views.
Rick
Rick, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar 2024
Excellent views, close to all the tourist spots we wanted to visit and guests able to use the laundry facilities at no cost
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Mar 2024
Property is a bit dated; but kept in good condition. Came in late about 8:30lm. Reception office stayed open til after I checked.
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Mar 2024
Fabulous view, great checkin.
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Mar 2024
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Mar 2024
Poor quality of the furniture. No bed side lights. Nice and helpful host. Very nice location.