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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub
35 square metres
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Other room types
Business Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub
30 square metres
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Business Studio, 1 Queen Bed
1 Queen Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Upscale beach motel near Lake Taupo

Popular property highlights

Free self parking
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Smoke-free property
Multilingual staff

With a stay at Colonial Lodge Motel, you'll be centrally located in Taupo, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupo and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. This upscale motel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Taupo Hot Springs and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp.

Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring private spa tubs and Smart televisions. Kitchens are outfitted with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This motel also features ski storage, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.

Continental breakfasts are available daily for a fee.

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Colonial Lodge Motel

134 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Total number of rooms - 12
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Ski storage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Picnic area
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Smoke-free property
  • Express check-in
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Year Built – 2002
  • Free self parking
  • Terrace
  • Reception hall

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • DVD player

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Malay
  • Chinese (Mandarin)

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

Colonial Lodge Motel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with private spa tubs and DVD players. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Air conditioning
  • Television
  • Fridge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Free local calls
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Ceiling fan
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Premium TV channels
  • DVD player
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Kitchen
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Stovetop
  • Satellite TV service
  • HDTV
  • Free WiFi
  • TV size 50
  • TV size (measurement) inch
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Private spa tub
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Number of bathrooms: 1
  • Smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Number of beds 2

Where to Eat

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning.

Nearby Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per day.

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

No lifts

Cash or credit card deposit required

Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM

Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM

Debit cards not accepted

Staffed front desk

Smoke detector

Security system

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff do not wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are available

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast

Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch

Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner

Individually wrapped food options are available through room service

No gap period between guests' stays

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Temperature checks are not available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are not available

Masks are not compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is available

Reservation might be required for some facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

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

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Alcohol is not served at this property.

Contactless check-out is available.

National Rating

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