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Karaka Tree Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Taupo

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Spa
Hair dryer, towels
Spa
TV

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (4)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Spa tub
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Laundry service
  • Free self parking
The price is $91
includes taxes & fees
$78 per night
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2025

Room options

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Studio Mineral Spa

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Suite Mineral Spa

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Two Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
216 Lake Terrace, Taupo, TAUPO

What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 17 min walk
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 4 min drive
  • Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Fish Box - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Karaka Tree Motel

Karaka Tree Motel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Lake Taupo. The spa tub makes for a relaxing end to the day, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 24 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry service
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or spa tub without adult supervision

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and window guards on site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Karaka Motel
Karaka Tree Motel Motel
Karaka Tree Motel
Karaka Tree Motel Taupo
Karaka Tree Taupo
Karaka Tree Hotel Taupo
Karaka Tree Motel Taupo
Karaka Tree Motel Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Does Karaka Tree Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Karaka Tree 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Karaka Tree Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Karaka Tree Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Karaka Tree Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Karaka Tree Motel and nearby?
Karaka Tree Motel has a spa tub.
What's the area around Karaka Tree Motel like?
Karaka Tree Motel is a short 18-minute walk from Lake Taupo and 17 minutes' walk from Taupo Hot Springs.

Reviews

7.8

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Cheap and Tired
A cheap place to stay, but tired and quite run down.
P, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Bert, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service by the staff. Called me before i arrived and had my room and parking sorted ready for my arrival.
Dani, 1-night family trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lake across the road, easy access to town, mineral pool to soak in.
1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Spa was great, soap dispenser should be checked and does need a bit of TLC
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The mineral pool is great but you can't get into the shower if you are on crutches and the whole place is a bit threadbear
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Our ferry was delayed so wasnt going to make it back to Taupo in time to check in by 8pm. Rang reception to let them know and they had our room ready with the heater on for us when we got there at 9.30pm. We were really impressed.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Clean motel with helpful, friendly staff. Room was quite dated though and the heating/ventilation could do with upgrading.
1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very basic facilities. But we love the deep mineral spa pool..so always stay here.
1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

tM dtay
Contactless check-in and out felt impersonal and distant...but I guess that was the purpose. KTM is getting dated and tired, but nice to have a soak.
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

No stove., toilets old ,shower doors not working properly.
Bobby, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

An old favourite
A budget motel that has become a bit aged, but still good value for money. We really enjoy the private mineral pool. It is located handily to the lake and to the township.
Helen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff at check-in was fab. Down to Earth and excellent customer service. Nice mineral pools. Rooms better then reviews. Downfall is housekeeping only provide a clean towels. Don’t take the rubbish etc, don’t service the rooms just pop a towel on the bed. Motel kitty is a absolute cutie and a bonus though :)
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place:)
Mijo, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Good value Very good. Very quiet
1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

4/10 Fair

Room was in poor condition needing a ceiling paint and wall touch up. The bench had the top falling off and lights needed replacing. The TV would only work on 1 channel.
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Close to Taupo and like I have nothing more to say
2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

4/10 Fair

1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Almost impossible to get the shower at right temperture [room 14] NEEDS repacement mixer
3-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

We have stayed at this hotel in the past and have always found it clean, tidying and inviting. Sadly, this wasn’t the case this time. The bed had strands of hair through it, the linen was quite worn and the general look of the room was quite tired. I hope it gets a splash of refresh before Summer kicks in. It’s in a prime spot.
1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Awesome motel clean tidy and comfortable staff pleasant at check in and when we checked out
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Nil of note to report. Good location by the lake though
1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review