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Colonial Lodge Motel

★★★★ 134 Lake Terrace, Taupo, NZ

8.4 guest rating· 542 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodation

Experience the charm and tranquility of the Colonial Lodge Motel, offering spacious studios and apartments in the heart of the North Island. Featuring spa baths in every unit, unwind in style during your stay.

Convenient Location

Take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque shores of Lake Taupo or venture into the vibrant center of Taupo for shopping, gallery visits, and delectable dining options, all just a short walk away.

Modern Amenities

Indulge in the convenience of cooking facilities and cutting-edge technology with a 49-inch flat screen smart TV in every accommodation. Whether for leisure or business, enjoy a seamless and comfortable experience at our motel.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Colonial Lodge Motel.

Rooms & rates

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Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 7 · 66 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

Guests will have a special experience as this apartment offers a hot tub and a spa bath. This spacious apartment comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-equipped kitchenette. The apartment also includes a barbecue. The air-conditioned apartment features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a washing machine, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker as well as lake views. The unit has 5 beds.

Superior Studio

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

The hot tub and spa bath are the special features of this studio. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-fitted kitchenette. The studio also provides guests with a barbecue. This air-conditioned studio includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Executive Triple Room

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · 2× Twin bed, Sofa bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

The hot tub and spa bath are the standout features of this triple room. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-fitted kitchenette. The triple room also features a barbecue. This air-conditioned triple room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with lake views. The unit has 3 beds.

Business Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Kitchen

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>322 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Private hot tub</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 50-inch Smart TV with premium channels, Netflix, DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and phone; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 36 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

This air-conditioned apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom with a spa bath and a dining setting. It includes a lounge area with a 49-inch satellite TV. There is an outdoor dining area and an additional TV in the bedroom. Crockery and cutlery for 5 guests is provided.

Queen Room with Spa Bath

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

This studio features a microwave, electric kettle and kitchenware. Crockery and cutlery for 3 guests is provided.

Budget Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

The hot tub and spa bath are the special features of this twin room. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the kitchenette. The twin room also includes a barbecue. This air-conditioned twin room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with lake views. The unit has 2 beds.

Queen Single with Spa Bath

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

The hot tub and spa bath are the special features of this studio. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the fully equipped kitchenette. The studio also includes a barbecue. The studio features a washing machine, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Standard Studio

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

This studio's special features are the hot tub and the spa bath. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the fully equipped kitchenette. The studio also provides guests with a barbecue. The studio provides a washing machine, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Apartment with Lake View

Sleeps 5 · 36 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

The hot tub and spa bath are the special features of this apartment. Boasting a private entrance, this apartment comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-fitted kitchenette. The apartment also includes a barbecue. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this apartment also features a washing machine and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 4 beds.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • Mini golf
  • Skiing
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
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  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • BBQ facilities
  • Bike tours
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Pub crawls
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Terrace
  • Walking tours
  • Windsurfing

Location

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134 Lake Terrace, Taupo, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.4542 reviews

+ Great location+ Friendly staff+ Value for money− Cleanliness issues− Amenity availability
Cleanliness7.6
Service9.1
Location9.1
Room Quality8.6
Amenities7.1
Value for Money8.6

Guest review

9.0

Right on the lakeside. Very helpful host. Great to have a good guest laundry

MICHAEL · US · 2026-07-25

Guest review

10.0

Staff were very friendly, room was neat and clean

Steffi · AU · 2026-07-16

Great place to stay right across the road from the lake and great views of the mountains.

8.0

Great location and friendly staff. We arrived an hour early and were grateful that our rooms were ready and therefore were able to check in early.

− Nothing we didn’t like. Only small problem was the standard tv connection wasn’t connecting properly, however Netflix worked fine. We weren’t really fussed about the standard connection anyway.

Karen · NZ · 2026-07-12

Guest review

10.0

The owner of the motel is very friendly and helpful. He went the extra mile when asked

− There's nothing I did not like

Eckstein · NZ · 2026-06-22

Guest review

6.0

It had everything I needed.

Rosalie · NZ · 2026-06-21

Guest review

10.0

Friendly and welcoming. Comfortable bed, great laundry.

− Just really no room for table or hang towels in the bathroom.

Lynne · NZ · 2026-06-17

Good to know

Please note that this property does not accept payments with American Express or Diners Club credit cards.

Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with all other credit cards.

Please note that local (NZ) debit and EFTPOS cards do not attract a fee.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

›Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 1 year old stay for NZD 10 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.