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5.0 out of 5

"Loved it here, the absolutely lovely couple who run the motel went above and beyond and the hotel itself was top notch with a fantastic view " More

By a verified traveller on Tue 16 May 2017

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Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
CHF 104* Per night/room 29 May - 30 May

Superior One Bedroom Suite with Hot Tub

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Two Bedroom Family Apartment

Bed Count 3 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Three Bedroom Family Apartment

Bed Count 3 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 8 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at Gables Lakefront Motel, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Taupo. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 1 hot tub.

  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include luggage storage
  • 11 minutes on foot from Lake Taupo and a 3-minute drive from Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Gables Lakefront Motel ratings based on 2 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for Gables Lakefront Motel

Everyone (1) Family (1)
5 out of 5

Wonderful motel, beautiful view and brilliant staf

Loved it here, the absolutely lovely couple who run the motel went above and beyond and the hotel itself was top notch with a fantastic view

Posted by , from London on 16 May 2017

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5 out of 5
Gute Lage, freundliches Und hilfsbereites Personal, grosszügige Familienzimmer.

Posted by on 5 Jan 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

5 Jan 2020 by Franky

Thank you for staying with us. Hope to see you again. Kind Regards

About the Gables Lakefront Motel

Location 130 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

Property Features

As a guest of Gables Lakefront Motel, you'll find a hot tub, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Taupo motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1970
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Separate living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Gables Lakefront Motel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Taupo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Premium satellite televisions are provided. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • Private balcony (furnished)
  • Sitting area
  • Television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Wardrobe or cupboard

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the motel include Access to hot tub.

  • Swimming nearby
  • Health or beauty spa nearby

Accessibility

If you have any 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 path of travel
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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 cots/infant beds and on-site parking

This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

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

A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and on-site parking. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are not cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on-site
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Food service has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Gables Lakefront
  • Gables Lakefront Motel
  • Gables Lakefront Motel Taupo
  • Gables Lakefront Taupo
  • Gables Lakefront Motel Motel
  • Gables Lakefront Motel Taupo
  • Gables Lakefront Motel Motel Taupo

Awards & Affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

  • Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award

National Rating

Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

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