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The Cove Taupo

3.5 star property

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Presidential Penthouse | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave
Presidential Penthouse | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium Spa Suite | View from room
Property grounds
Presidential Penthouse | Balcony

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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213 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, beach near Kaimanawa Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Premium Spa Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Spa Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Studio (1 x King and 1 Single beds) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Triple Studio (1 x King and 1 Single beds)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Studio | Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Mini Studio Compact | Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Mini Studio Compact

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Mini Studio Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Mini Studio Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Spa Suite Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Cove Taupo

This smoke-free motel features a coffee shop/cafe, tour/ticket assistance and a front desk safe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
The Cove Taupo offers 19 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Taupō motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Cove Taupo. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Taupō. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a coffee shop/cafe are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Espresso Cove, a café with a beachfront location
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Lake Taupō and a few minutes from Maori Carvings
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Cove Taupo also features tour/ticket assistance and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Taupō motel is smoke free.

Espresso Cove – This beachfront café serves breakfast, brunch and lunch.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Espresso Cove

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Cove Motel Taupo
Cove Taupo
The Cove Hotel Taupo
Cove Taupo Motel
The Cove Taupo Motel
The Cove Taupo Taupo
The Cove Taupo Motel Taupo

The Cove Taupo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 546 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 546 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 546 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 546 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 546 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Loimata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to visit very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location to the lake, room and amenities were great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great view from the room, clean room, central location to restaurants and the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Steven Le

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean rooms great view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and after hour arrival service excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful room and super clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, spacious room, great cafe, and very near to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was superb. Absolutely fabulous views of lake, relaxing spa, and very well equipped kitchenette, with microwave fridge, and small sink. The proximity to Expresso Cave cafe and accessible parking completes a very well appointed complex
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome to stay in and will stay another time in future
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness
Very interesting property. Check-in was a breeze. Nice view of the lake, small (but adequate) room. A/C leaked onto table & floor, but nobody at front desk to report it to. Good location for a couple of nights max. Close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allanah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay for the night to break up the drive from Auckland to Wellington
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Furniture was old. Although I believe that is a ‘look’ these days. The carpet was in need of repair on the stairs
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Carle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and check out, staff were awesome room was spacious and very clean. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

conrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was good,the view from the balcony was good giving views of the lake and town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
View was really nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

SUSIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room more spacious and spotless, beautiful peaceful stunning beach. Staff were really friendly unhelpful would definitely come and stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The was clean, compact and well presented. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, neat and tidy. The reception area was excellent. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will be back beautiful complex friendly staff clea n
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved our stay. We would have enjoyed a TV in the bedroom!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Umesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shahana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, perfect lake view spot, with spacious rooms and topped off with the amazing geothermal spa! Had the best stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rod

Parking ok view of the main road only
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025