Motel Gables Lakefront Motel

Beachfront

130 Lake Terrace, 3330 Taupo, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 599 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.8
Excellent
599 reviews

The owner is lovely, he kindly lent us his barbecue to cook our fishes. his wife made delicious cookies. everything was clean.

Mélodie New Zealand

Excellent location it is so close to town just 2-3 min drive, then I can do my morning walk by the lake. Also it is very clean. I will recommend to my friends. Enjoy the stay and the cookies . Thanks and cheers

Josephine New Zealand

Friendly service, spectacular views, clean and warm rooms.

Johnnie New Zealand

The owners were amazing, location exceptional, awesome home made complementary biscuits.

Jose New Zealand

The unit 12 we stayed in was just perfect. So clean, fresh and bright and location is handy to everything you need, with fantastic views of the Lake across the road. Wow and to top it all off the hot tub was awesome. And the Cleaner was so thorough professional and so awesome. Was such a lovely feeling coming back to a spotless unit. Gables you had the wow factor for us. And for that reason we will be back. As we love Taupo so much. It's a A+A+A+ 10/10

Mark New Zealand

Spotless, home made biscuits were nice gesture and delicious too, location was good and view was nice.

Donna New Zealand

Perfect for what we wanted, clean, home made cookies a nice touch. Freindly staff

Peter New Zealand

Very nice staffs, they are very helpful and friendly. The room is clean and tidy, very nice lake view and very close to the lake. Will definitely come back next time!

Wayne New Zealand

Staff where so good. Had my stag do and we wer as quiet and respectfull as possible. Most the party stuff was done outside the hotel haha. Thank you team!!

Cameron New Zealand

This place was awesome! The accommodations in the unit exceeded my expectations, it was a suite with a kitchenette, not just a room. The furniture was comfortable and everything about this place exceeded our expectations. The staff was very pleasant and informative. The property fronts onto the magnificent beach across the street and other than a road, there are no facilities between this property and the beach, which is very scenic. We would have liked to stay there longer.

David United States of America
8.8
Excellent
599 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The owner is lovely, he kindly lent us his barbecue to cook our fishes. his wife made delicious cookies. everything was clean.”
    Mélodie Mélodie New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Excellent location it is so close to town just 2-3 min drive, then I can do my morning walk by the lake. Also it is very clean. I will recommend to my friends. Enjoy the stay and the cookies .”
    Josephine Josephine New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Friendly service, spectacular views, clean and warm rooms.”
    Johnnie Johnnie New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The owners were amazing, location exceptional, awesome home made complementary biscuits.”
    Jose Jose New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The unit 12 we stayed in was just perfect. So clean, fresh and bright and location is handy to everything you need, with fantastic views of the Lake across the road.”
    Mark Mark New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Spotless, home made biscuits were nice gesture and delicious too, location was good and view was nice.”
    Donna Donna New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Perfect for what we wanted, clean, home made cookies a nice touch. Freindly staff”
    Peter Peter New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Very nice staffs, they are very helpful and friendly. The room is clean and tidy, very nice lake view and very close to the lake. Will definitely come back next time!”
    Wayne Wayne New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Staff where so good. Had my stag do and we wer as quiet and respectfull as possible. Most the party stuff was done outside the hotel haha. Thank you team!!”
    Cameron Cameron New Zealand New Zealand
  • “This place was awesome! The accommodations in the unit exceeded my expectations, it was a suite with a kitchenette, not just a room.”
    David David United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff9.5
  • Facilities9.0
  • Cleanliness9.2
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi9.0

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This property is 1 minute walk from the beach. Located across the road from Taupo’s main beach, Gables Lakefront Motel offers stunning lakefront views, free Wi-Fi and a family spa pool. Some apartments boast their own private spa pool.

Each self-contained apartment features a 43-inch satellite TV and a kitchen or kitchenette with tea/coffee making facilities, a microwave and a refrigerator. Most rooms offer beautiful views of Lake Taupo and the mountains.

Luggage storage and laundry facilities are also provided. Free on-site parking is available directly outside your unit.

The Gables is located 7 minutes’ drive from Taupo Airport. The famous Huka Falls are 15 minutes’ drive away. Taupo Golf Club, as well as a number of fishing and lake activities, are a 5-minute drive away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Taupo, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Gables Lakefront Motel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jan 14, 2011

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Beachfront
Facilities for disabled guests
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Taupo, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Sleeps Accommodation Type Price
Max adults: 4
Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment
  • Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
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Max adults: 6
Two-Bedroom Apartment
  • Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
  • Bedroom 2: 3 twin beds
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
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Max adults: 4
Superior One-Bedroom Apartment with Hot Tub
  • Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
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Max adults: 8
Three-Bedroom Apartment
  • Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
  • Bedroom 2: 1 king bed
  • Bedroom 3: 3 twin beds
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

8.8
Excellent · 599 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.5
  • Facilities9.0
  • Cleanliness9.2
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi9.0

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mélodie New Zealand

    “The owner is lovely, he kindly lent us his barbecue to cook our fishes. his wife made delicious cookies. everything was clean.”

  • Josephine New Zealand

    “Excellent location it is so close to town just 2-3 min drive, then I can do my morning walk by the lake. Also it is very clean. I will recommend to my friends. Enjoy the stay and the cookies . Thanks and cheers”

  • Johnnie New Zealand

    “Friendly service, spectacular views, clean and warm rooms.”

  • Jose New Zealand

    “The owners were amazing, location exceptional, awesome home made complementary biscuits.”

  • Mark New Zealand

    “The unit 12 we stayed in was just perfect. So clean, fresh and bright and location is handy to everything you need, with fantastic views of the Lake across the road. Wow and to top it all off the hot tub was awesome. And the Cleaner was so thorough professional and so awesome. Was such a lovely feeling coming back to a spotless unit. Gables you had the wow factor for us. And for that reason we will be back. As we love Taupo so much. It's a A+A+A+ 10/10”

  • Donna New Zealand

    “Spotless, home made biscuits were nice gesture and delicious too, location was good and view was nice.”

  • Peter New Zealand

    “Perfect for what we wanted, clean, home made cookies a nice touch. Freindly staff”

  • Wayne New Zealand

    “Very nice staffs, they are very helpful and friendly. The room is clean and tidy, very nice lake view and very close to the lake. Will definitely come back next time!”

  • Cameron New Zealand

    “Staff where so good. Had my stag do and we wer as quiet and respectfull as possible. Most the party stuff was done outside the hotel haha. Thank you team!!”

  • David United States of America

    “This place was awesome! The accommodations in the unit exceeded my expectations, it was a suite with a kitchenette, not just a room. The furniture was comfortable and everything about this place exceeded our expectations. The staff was very pleasant and informative. The property fronts onto the magnificent beach across the street and other than a road, there are no facilities between this property and the beach, which is very scenic. We would have liked to stay there longer.”

Property questions and answers
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  • hi does this room have a spa pool ?
    Our Deluxe rooms don't have a private hot pool . We have a common shared hot pool for the guests to use. Kind Regards. Franklyn
    Asked about: Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment • Answered on June 29, 2021
  • Can you check in early like midday
    Yes you can check in early , if you inform us before your arrival. Kind Regards, Franklyn.
    Asked about: Superior One-Bedroom Apartment with Hot Tub • Answered on November 26, 2020
  • Can you specifically book a unit for two people and be ensured that you will have a Lakeview April 26-29.
    Yes we can.
    Answered on April 4, 2021
  • Hi. How much for 2 nights with a lake view and private spa pool in March please?
    Thanks for showing interest in our property. It depends upon the dates. You can get all the details from booking.com . Kind regards. Franklyn
    Answered on March 7, 2021
  • Is there a kitchenette in this apartment?
    Hi there, Each of our units have full kitchen facilities. Please be advised only our larger two bedroom and three bedroom units have ovens. Kind Regards, Franklyn.
    Answered on January 14, 2021

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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Lake Taupo Hole in One Challenge
    0.7 miles
  • Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley
    1 miles
  • Taupo Bungy
    1.1 miles
  • Volcanic Activity Centre
    2.6 miles
  • Huka Prawn Park
    2.7 miles
  • Huka Falls
    4.4 miles
  • Huka Jets
    4.9 miles
  • Crazy Catz Adventure Park
    6.9 miles
  • Taupo Puzzle World
    7.5 miles
  • Ngaawapurua Rapids
    8.7 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Bantry Eatery
    0.7 miles
  • Restaurant Fox and Hounds
    0.7 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Cafe Baku
    0.7 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Taste Cafe
    0.9 miles
  • Restaurant Mole & Chicken Restaurant Cafe & Bar
    0.5 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Lake Lake Taupo
    0 miles
Closest Airports
  • Taupo Airport
    2.9 miles
  • Rotorua Regional Airport
    42.6 miles
How to get to Gables Lakefront Motel from Taupo Airport
    Car
    Free parking is available.
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Gables Lakefront Motel

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Beachfront
Facilities for disabled guests
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Gables Lakefront Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Gables Lakefront Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card and a 2% charge for all other credit cards.

Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Please inform Gables Lakefront Motel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Gables Lakefront Motel

  • The prices at Gables Lakefront Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Gables Lakefront Motel by:

    • Car 7min

  • Gables Lakefront Motel is 1.1 miles from the center of Taupo.

  • Check-in at Gables Lakefront Motel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at Gables Lakefront Motel include:

    • Apartment

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Gables Lakefront Motel.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Gables Lakefront Motel on this page.

  • Gables Lakefront Motel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Gables Lakefront Motel (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Private Parking
    • Parking
    • Accessible parking
    • Free parking