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Baycourt Lakefront Motel

★★★★ 104 Lake Terrace, Taupo, NZ

8.1 guest rating· 1858 reviews

About this hotel

Stunning Lakefront Property

Bay Court Motel, located right across from Lake Taupo, offers modern rooms and apartments with free WiFi and cooking facilities.

Convenient Location

Just a short stroll from Taupo town center, our motel is the perfect base for exploring the area.

Comfort and Convenience

Enjoy amenities like a kitchenette, HDTV with Netflix, and electric blankets in all our accommodations. Plus, unwind in units with a spa bath for that extra touch of relaxation.

Ready to experience the beauty of Lake Taupo? Book your stay at Bay Court Motel now!

Rooms & rates

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Deluxe Spa Suite (Top Floor)

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

This twin/double room features a hot tub. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the fully equipped kitchenette. The twin/double room also comes with a barbecue. The spacious twin/double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.

Lake View Apartment 2 Bedroom

Sleeps 4 · 80 m² · King bed, Queen Bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>861-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, lake views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 46-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with stovetop, oven, microwave, and dishwasher</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub and separate shower</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Lake View Apartment 3 Bedroom

Sleeps 6 · 100 m² · King bed, Queen Bed, Double bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower

<p><strong>1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>1076-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, lake views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 3 bedrooms, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 46-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with microwave, cookware/dishware, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub and separate shower</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Queen Studio - Disability Access (Ground Floor)

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

The air-conditioned suite features 1 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 fully equipped kitchenette. The suite also offers a barbecue. This wheelchair accessible suite has a tea and coffee maker, a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a roll-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

Apartment with Lake View

Sleeps 2 · 50 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

This apartment is consisted of of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the kitchen. The apartment also has a barbecue. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Suite with Spa Bath (First Floor)

Sleeps 2 · 35 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

This suite offers a hot tub. This suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the kitchenette. The suite also provides guests with a barbecue. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Executive Queen Spa Room

Sleeps 3 · Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Kitchenette

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 46-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with microwave, cookware/dishware, electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (jetted bathtub available in some rooms)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and dining table</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Family Suite with Spa Bath (Ground floor)

Sleeps 4 · 40 m² · 2× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

This apartment features a separate bedroom with an private bathroom with a spa bath and a shower. It also includes a living/dining area with a TV and a sofa bed. The kitchenette features 2 hot plates, a refrigerator, microwave and tea/coffee making facilities. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 5 (see Hotel Policies).

Apartment with Lake View

Sleeps 6 · 80 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

This lake view 3 bedroom apartment includes a full kitchen with dish washer, oven, refrigerator, microwave and a coffee machine.

Apartment with Lake View

Sleeps 4 · 65 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

This spacious apartment comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the fully equipped kitchen. The apartment also includes a barbecue. The air-conditioned apartment features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
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  • Designated smoking area
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Key access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Terrace

Location

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104 Lake Terrace, Taupo, NZ

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

What guests say8.11858 reviews

+ Clean rooms+ Great location+ Helpful serviceDated room decorAir conditioning issuesService charges controversy
Cleanliness8.0
Service8.4
Location8.9
Room Quality7.5
Amenities8.0
Value for Money8.0

Friendly town

4.0

Location

Didn’t say what it had like the room TV and it was nice and tidy but over priced for how dated it is

Brendon · NZ · 2026-07-24

Guest review

8.0

Under floor heating in the bathroom. Good location. Comfy bed.

Couch needed a cover bit grubby.

Lyn · AU · 2026-07-21

Average would not stay there again

7.0

Location

Room was not serviced when asked they said cleaner couldn’t get there card to work to open door

Kelly · NZ · 2026-07-20

Guest review

10.0

What a wee gem on the lake front. It was the little touches that made it so special. Clean, comfortable and the communication all fabulous. Great value in awesome location

We couldn't stay longer 😊

Tania · NZ · 2026-07-19

Staff were lovely. Room was average.

5.0

Location

Clean the ceiling fan in bathroom! Why is there. I heater to warm the lounge area? A heat pump in bedroom doesn’t heat the living area. It was very cold. Please put a soap dish out where do you put the soap by basin?

Kathy · NZ · 2026-07-17

Good to know

Please note that there is a 2.7% surcharge when you pay with any credit card.

If you require a late check out please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Without prior approval and additional NZD 20 will be charged for every 20-minutes beyond standard check out time.Please inform 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.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

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

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 5 and older are allowed.

Children from 5 years old to 17 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.

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.