Karaka Tree Motel
Motel in Taupo
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
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About this motel
Motel with free parking, near Lake Taupo
Along with a spa tub, this smoke-free motel has free newspapers and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free.
Karaka Tree Motel offers 24 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a spa tub.
Along with a spa tub, this smoke-free motel has free newspapers and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free.
Karaka Tree Motel offers 24 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a spa tub.
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or spa tub without adult supervision.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Hot tub or spa
TV
Map of Taupo
Available Rooms
One Bedroom Suite
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Twin Suite Mineral Spa
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Studio Mineral Spa
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Two Bedroom Suite
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Reviews
5.0
A cheap place to stay, but tired and quite run down.
5.0
A cheap place to stay, but tired and quite run down.
10.0
Lake across the road, easy access to town, mineral pool to soak in.
10.0
Lake across the road, easy access to town, mineral pool to soak in.
6.0
Spa was great, soap dispenser should be checked and does need a bit of TLC
6.0
Spa was great, soap dispenser should be checked and does need a bit of TLC
4.0
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
4.0
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
8.0
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.
8.0
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.
6.0
Clean motel with helpful, friendly staff. Room was quite dated though and the heating/ventilation could do with upgrading.
6.0
Clean motel with helpful, friendly staff. Room was quite dated though and the heating/ventilation could do with upgrading.
8.0
Very basic facilities. But we love the deep mineral spa pool..so always stay here.
8.0
Very basic facilities. But we love the deep mineral spa pool..so always stay here.
3.0
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.
3.0
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.
6.0
No stove., toilets old ,shower doors not working properly.
6.0
No stove., toilets old ,shower doors not working properly.
4.0
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.
4.0
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.
10.0
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 :)
10.0
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 :)
5.0
Great place:)
5.0
Great place:)
10.0
Excellent location. Good value
Very good. Very quiet
10.0
Excellent location. Good value
Very good. Very quiet
4.0
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.
4.0
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.
3.0
The pumbing needs to be upgraded.Relace shower mixer, sink taps and kitchennette top. Wi fi and room panel heater not working. Cannot provide milk for coffee daily.
3.0
The pumbing needs to be upgraded.Relace shower mixer, sink taps and kitchennette top. Wi fi and room panel heater not working. Cannot provide milk for coffee daily.
3.0
Motel is in need of a renovation. Tired room that Disney seem clean. Sagging hard bed. Noise between units with TV etc.
3.0
Motel is in need of a renovation. Tired room that Disney seem clean. Sagging hard bed. Noise between units with TV etc.
4.0
Service here is always great. Just a little out of the main shops so nice and quiet. Travelling for work and has everything you need. The spa is a great plus after long days of driving.
4.0
Service here is always great. Just a little out of the main shops so nice and quiet. Travelling for work and has everything you need. The spa is a great plus after long days of driving.
4.0
Nice location, and great soaking tubs
4.0
Nice location, and great soaking tubs
4.0
Nice motel that is clean and comfortable. Some of it is looking a bit old and worn, but I understand the new owners are in the process of sprucing it up.
4.0
Nice motel that is clean and comfortable. Some of it is looking a bit old and worn, but I understand the new owners are in the process of sprucing it up.
4.0
An older motel complex with new owners who are working hard to upgrade. Been recently painted etc. Still some minor things to be refurbished. Love the mineral pool with our unit. Situated a way from CBD .
4.0
An older motel complex with new owners who are working hard to upgrade. Been recently painted etc. Still some minor things to be refurbished. Love the mineral pool with our unit. Situated a way from CBD .
FAQs
How much does this motel cost compared to others in Taupo?
The average price for a rental in Taupo is $265 per night. This rental is $131 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this motel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Karaka Tree Motel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this motel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Karaka Tree Motel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Karaka Tree Motel?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, hot tub or spa, and tv.
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