Karaka Tree Motel
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Karaka Tree Motel
Motel
216 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, Waikato, 1219, New Zealand
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With a stay at Karaka Tree Motel in Taupo (Waipahihi), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. This motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Taupo Hot Springs and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Three Mile Bay.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Lots to do
Pets welcomeAmenities
Hot springs
Golf course
Public parkingFree
Wi-Fi in public areas
VIP check-in service
Safe at front desk
Tour and ticket booking service
Front desk (limited hours)
All Amenities
Property Description
With a stay at Karaka Tree Motel in Taupo (Waipahihi), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. This motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Taupo Hot Springs and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Three Mile Bay.
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3.1/5
Cleanliness3.1
Amenities3.1
Location3.1
Service3.1
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Surroundings
Airport: Taupo Airport
(5.1 km)
Landmarks: Hot Water Beach
(250m)
Landmarks: Taharepa Baths
(570m)
Landmarks: Taharepa Reserve
(740m)
Landmarks: Taupo DeBretts Hot Springs
(990m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
7
Mineral SPA Twin Studio Suite
1 Queen bed and 1 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric fan
Microwave
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3
Two-Bedroom Suite
Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed ● Bedroom 2:1 King bed and 1 Single bed ● Living Room 1:3 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric fan
Microwave
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9
Mineral SPA Studio Suite (2 People Only)
1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric fan
Towels
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6
One-Bedroom Suite
Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed and 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric fan
Microwave
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Guest Reviews
3.1/5
33 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness3.1
- Amenities3.1
- Location3.1
- Service3.1
Average for similar properties in Taupo
Rex
February 24, 2025
Smoke detector was removed, Mineral bath was dirty, leaking tap in bathroom, low water pressure in shower, cigarette butts in container outside window, no milk given, general condition of unit was out-dated and needed a lot of maintenance
Guest User
February 13, 2025
The property is a bit tired. Everything worked but less than pristine. Taps difficult to turn off. The place needs a good cleaner as even easy cleaning tasks had not been done. Some odd things like a pot and pan but no cook top, tv function was puzzling. However, bed, towels, cups were all clean and quite functional.
Guest User
February 12, 2025
Cheap little place on the lakefron to stay, place wasnt the cleanest bed was a bit hard but we had a mineral pool in the room that was so nice at the end of a long day, gardens need a tidy up and the checkout is at 9 not 10 like every where else, staff are not that friendly either.
Guest User
February 9, 2025
Where do I start? Unit was DIRTY, shower hadn’t been cleaned for months, kitchen DIRTY, bench-top laminate was broken and some missing (unhygienic), smoke alarm went off just after we arrived and staff took it and NEVER replaced it. Kitchen floor DIRTY, fridge DIRTY, sink in bathroom DIRTY (tap wouldn’t turn off). Bathroom door had been punched in. Bathroom light over vanity made a noise that sounded “electrical” and dodgy. PowerPoint beside bed sparked when I plugged something into it. Carpet by kitchen was raised and in a lump and we tripped on it - very DANGEROUS. Safety latch on front door had been installed wrong so couldn’t use that as extra security to keep door locked. Staff knocked on our door at 9.15am telling us we needed to be OUT by 10am - RUDE. If this is indeed owned by the millinium brand they should be ASHAMED. Disgusting, disgusting..
Guest User
January 29, 2025
Absolutely filthy! Fridge had food crumbs & leaky stuff. TV & mirror so dirty couldn't see anything. Not even a cloth to clean them myself. No blanket or quilt on bed - just a sheet. This place should be condemned or at the least inspected. DO NOT stay here!!
Guest User
January 19, 2025
From the time of walking into the room was bloody disgusting. I wouldn’t even let my dogs sleep there even the fact of having to leave my personal stuff. There for a couple of hours to go to a concert was bad enough after the concert went straight back to that dirty Rotten horrible room got my stuff and walked straight out. 150 a night. Easy come easy go never ever would I stay in a filthy disgusting place and I use to clean motels ….for a living the place needs to be bulldozed down
John
January 17, 2025
Close to town
Janette
January 12, 2025
This place is not like the picture show in very need of repaint, curtains with rips and not even hung up holes and walls!
Suzie
January 12, 2025
The manager was lovely and the bed was clean and comfortable but the shower was dirty and the bench in the kitchen was chipped plus there were spiders above two light switches and on the wall
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Hot springs
Golf course
Off-site
Public parking
Free
Wi-Fi in public areas
Hot springs
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Public parking
Free
Front Desk Services
VIP check-in service
Safe at front desk
Tour and ticket booking service
Front desk (limited hours)
Languages Spoken
English
Health & Wellness
Hot springs
Golf course
Off-site
Public Areas
No smoking in public areas
Accessibility
Stair-free main entrance
Accessible rooms available
Safety & Security
First aid room
Smoke detector
CCTV in public areas
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–22:00
Check-out: 07:30–09:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–20:00
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Deposit Collection MethodsA fixed amount of NZD 50.00 (approx. PHP 1,658.47) is charged.
Deposit Payment MethodsThis property accepts credit cards
Deposit RefundThe deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 14 days after check-out.
Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Fee: Contact the property for details
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 26
With a stay at Karaka Tree Motel in Taupo (Waipahihi), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. This motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Taupo Hot Springs and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Three Mile Bay.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.