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Colonial Lodge Motel

4.0 of 5
134 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
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Colonial Lodge Motel
Ranked #17 of 29 Taupo B&B and Inns
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Waikato
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10 reviews 10 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

We booked our stay here through wotif. Everything from start to finish was fantastic. The staff were great. The location was incredible! Wake up to perfect lake Taupo walk along the shore. Even though it was a bit colder part of the year when we stayed, the rooms were warm and cosy. It was fantastic waking up to a room... More

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Ohakune, New Zealand
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43 reviews 43 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Had a spur of the moment decision to stay overnight in Taupo. I searched through wot-if to see what was available being Easter weekend. Considering how busy it was in Taupo, we got great value for money staying here. The motel has great access to the lake being located directly opposite. The decor is starting to show signs of wear... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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15 reviews 15 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

We booked this motel on Agoda, were given a room downstairs (#3) The room looked slightly old but clean and tidy, the spa bath is a nice touch. A little bottle of blue milk is provided upon arrival, and the kitchen has the basic range for cooking and eating in the room. The double bed was really just a double... More

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London, England
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47 reviews 47 reviews
37 hotel reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2013

We stayed here as a group at over New Year, very good value for money. The loaction is perfect being a five minute walk to all the bars and restaurants in Centreal Taupo and over looking the lake. The rooms were pretty basic but a good functional shower and also a massive plasma TV with Sky which was great. All... More

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New Zealand
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2012

My wife and I and our two teenaged children stayed for one night in a one bedroom unit. Size of the unit was just adequate for the four of us. Room was a little dated, but very clean and tidy. Room amenities included a large flat screen TV in the lounge and small TV in the bedroom, however one of... More

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Perth, Australia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2012

Friendly and helpful staff ensure a pleasant and hassle free stay. Lake Taupo is opposite and good dining and shopping is within walking distance or a short car drive away Plenty of activities and local attractions make Taupo an excellent venue to explore from.

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Wellington, New Zealand
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18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

We booked a one bedroom unit late on a Friday night for the next night. We emailed early on Saturday to see if we could check in a bit early as we were already in Taupo but couldn’t check in till 2pm which was disappointing but fair enough. We were greeted warmly, and got recommendations for a nearby place for... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 July 2012

Great place to stay for a quiet week end getaway. reasonably priced. hosts were really good and rooms were cleaned every day with an exception of dishes. Milk / Tea / Coffee was not replenished - had to ask for it but that's about all.

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London, United Kingdom
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12 hotel reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 July 2012

If you want somewhere not too expensive on the lakfront (but your room does not necessarily overlook the lake) and don't need too many frills this is for you. We used it for a one night stopover to break up our journey south. The room was fine, if a little dark and the bathroom was old and dated, but everything... More

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Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

POSITIVE: The motel is across the road from the lake, and although the rooms do not have a direct view of the lake, it was easy enough to walk out in the morning for a cup of coffee along the lake. The room itself was average for a hotel and everything was clean and acceptable. The staff were friendly and... More

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Address: 134 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Taupo
Amenities:
Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #17 of 29 B&Bs / Inns in Taupo
Price Range: £
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Fantastic 12 unit motel on the lake front of Lake Taupo. We have all you need to feel at home, including free wifi and double spa bathrooms. ... more   less 
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