Colonial Lodge Motel

4.0 star property
City centre motel in Taupo
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Skiing
Front of property - evening/night
BBQ/picnic area
Business Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub | View from room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Ski facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Private hot tub
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Premium TV channels
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2025

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Business Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Business Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Single Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

One Bedroom Superior Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Triple Studio Aircon

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

Queen Studio Aircon

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment with Lake View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Twin Studio Aircon

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Large Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Budget Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
134 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

Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel 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. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 12 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The property charges 2 per cent 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests are required to contact the hotel in advance if arriving outside of normal check-in hours.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No alcohol served on site
  • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–8:30 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Multilingual staff
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • Built in 2002
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Netflix

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Private hot tub

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Colonial Lodge Motel
Colonial Lodge Motel Taupo
Colonial Taupo
Colonial Lodge Motel Motel
Colonial Lodge Motel Taupo
Colonial Lodge Motel Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Does Colonial Lodge Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Colonial Lodge Motel 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 Colonial Lodge Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Colonial Lodge Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Colonial Lodge Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Colonial Lodge Motel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as skiing and return when the snow melts for hiking and windsurfing. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Does Colonial Lodge Motel have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a a private hot tub and a jetted bath.
Does Colonial Lodge Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes cookware, a fridge and a microwave.
What's the area around Colonial Lodge Motel like?
Colonial Lodge Motel is in the heart of Taupo, a short 11-minute walk from Lake Taupo.

Colonial Lodge Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

11-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable.
Anthony, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Horrible parking situation. The parking space is first come first serve kinda basis, avoid parking on the top of the property its super tight my car is a small hatchback and I had a anxiety trying to get out of the parking space. Had to wait for the 2 cars next to me to evacuate until I can come out. We booked for a 1 bedroom 3 bed room and its okay. The rooms are outdated. There is not enough towel rails only one. The free shampoo and body wash dispenser was empty, good that we got some back ups. Our rooms bathroom door wont shut, the doorknob wont lay flat against the frame. Overall its an okay stay. Nothing impressive for me.
Allen, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The room was good , but the car park was pretty bad
Suzie, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hands down the best place we've stayed
This place was definitely the best place we've stayed so far. The service was really good and the cleanliness was incredible, not a spec of dust or sand or anything anywhere. Spewin we didnt stay longer
Jake, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Jocelyn, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

We stayed in room #1 & it was an impressive size. Both bedrooms had more than enough space. Bathroom also pretty roomy, but definitely dated. Clean & seriously great shower water pressure, but the shower box was on its last legs. The downside was when guests moved in upstairs. Every footstep, every trip to the bathroom, every time they turned the water on, it echoed through our room. It is just one of those things when you are away from home, but maybe some additional insulation in the ceiling might help to dull the noise a little. All in all, I would stay again, the location was excellent & the stay overall was really good value.
Nicky, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Staff was exceptionally helpful. Parking very tight. Loved kitchenette, cream for tea, shower water pressure and excellent bath. Terrific location and sitting spot to watch lake. Thx Ruth
Ruth, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Location
A, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Clean unit, lousey parking.
Nicely appointed unit. Parking was difficult, bed was hard and pillows quite flat. Cannot fault the cleanliness or space of the unit. One large SUV parked in the middle park meant the parks other side were useless on the level our unit was on even for our small car.
Tricia, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very helpful and accommodating. The rooms have recently been renovated - spotless, well presented, comfy bed, smart TV, well-equipped kitchenette. Perfect quiet location for exploring Rotorua and surrounding areas.
Carolyn, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

I thought i was booking a room with a hot tub not a spa bath so be careful when you room.
Joy, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Harry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very organised
Krishnita, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Yuming, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The unit was very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Philippa and Gordon, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

The heater was extremely loud. Parking challenging.
Josie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff and efficient check in. Warm, clean and great location.
Natasha, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Quiet. Not far from town. Easy 10-to-15-minute walk. Competitive pricing. Comfy bed. Netflix etc. Opposite the lake. Friendly host. No dramas.
Dave, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our first stay and very pleasant surprise. Got a free upgrade to a better room. Polite staff, clean room, adequate to the motel's rating, jacuzzi bathtub in the room a big bonus. Excellent location close to the lake and restaurants. Would definitely come back.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Adequate Motel. No lake view in our unit but enjoyed the spa bath .
Helen R, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Glyn, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ariana, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review