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Chelmswood Motel Taupo

3.5 star property
Tudor motel on lake in Taupō

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Relax by the outdoor pool or unwind in the sauna at Chelmswood Motel Taupo. Take advantage of amenities like a gym, library, and laundry facilities. Guests have praised the motel's tranquil atmosphere.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (8)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • LED TV
The current price is CNY599
CNY688 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28

Room options

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Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

One Bedroom Unit with Thermal Pool

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Unit with Thermal Pool

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Lake View, Queen Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Lake View, Queen Studio

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 40 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Ensuite Queen Bed Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Ensuite Queen Bed Studio

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2017
Fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Family Suites

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Accessible Lakeview Queen Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Accessible Lakeview Queen Studio

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Budget Lakeview Queen Bed Studio

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
250 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi Bay, Taupo, 2730

What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 5 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Industrie French Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Chelmswood Motel Taupo

Chelmswood Motel Taupo offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupō. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences at this Tudor motel include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property does not allow late check-ins for the following room types: Ensuite Queen, Ensuite Twin, and Ensuite Econ Queen.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Onsite extended parking (fees apply)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1974
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 18 2025 to October 17 2027 (dates subject to change):
  • Sauna

Parking

  • Extended parking is available for an extra charge
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Chelmswood Motel Taupo offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Chelmswood Motel Taupo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Chelmswood Motel Taupo?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Chelmswood Motel Taupo?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Chelmswood Motel Taupo?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Chelmswood Motel Taupo and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Does Chelmswood Motel Taupo have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Chelmswood Motel Taupo like?

Chelmswood Motel Taupo is in Two Mile Bay, a short 5-minute drive from Taupō Airport (TUO) and 12 minutes' walk from Lake Taupō.

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Reviews

Chelmswood Motel Taupo Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

6.0

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Greeted with a very offensive smell in our room. I'm surprised the cleaners never noticed it when preparing the room. Facilities otherwise very clean.
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bed was a bit hard but other than that great place to spend a night or 2.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

very ordinary

A cold, noisy, pokey room with very basic facilities. Not good value. And finding lipstick on the glassware doesn’t enhance the look.
Christopher, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We have stayed before and have been more than happy
1-night trip

6/10 Good

It was okay the room could of been vacuumed a bit more. They didn’t provide me with milk for Sunday morning coffee which was not cool. No remote for the tv either.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

déception

j ai trouve cet hôtel très mal insonorise' par rapport a la route très passante , le débit internet est médiocre, il n y a pas de restaurant et c'est très dommage, le lit était très moyen, par contre c'est très propre
Gerard, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location was wonderful, welcome was friendly, property was well equipped . Highly recommended!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location and facilities (pool, gym) made this property excellent value for money
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The only thing I liked about this property was the location. Now that I have been away from this property, and cooled down, In mind and body! I will just say it was extremely hot outside and inside. No AC., poor air circulation, windows only open a few inches, overhang and adjacent building block breeze,fans did not help. We stayed only 1 night. out of 4 no refund on prepaid booking.
4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Awesome property. Clean and presentable. Was a bit unsure after reading mixed reviews. Yes the plunge pool is stained - if you know anything about Sulfur- you’d understand. Had Lakeview room - fantastic view. Great outdoor seating. Very happy
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pool was awesome, access to all amenities awesome, but conference room required attention..
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Avis mitigé

Le séjour s’est très bien passé, le personnel était très gentille mais le confort et la propreté pas vraiment ça. Très peu de vaisselle pour un appartement familiale 2 chambres. Le drap du lit parentale était déchiré, la moquette effilée à plusieurs endroit, l’arrière du logement jonché de saletés . Ça fait plusieurs années que je loge dans cet établissement mais je n’y retournerai sûrement plus.
Thierry, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Love the place always stay here.Would be nice to have air conditioning.outside exterior ready for a good scrub down.Excellent value for money.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

We booked a studio room which had no air conditioning, it was approximately 32degrees in our room, 100% uncomfortable, considering all other rooms had air conditioning, when asked to be moved to a room with air conditioning this was not an option considering there were rooms available, instead we got a fan, two bottles of water and a bowl of ice. Totally unacceptable temperature to be expected to stay and sleep in.
2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Unit was clean but very dated. We had unit 26. the exterior block wall gets a lot of sun in the day and then radiates heat into the unit until about 5am. The heat pump is completely inadequate. 2 nights of very poor sleep. Lady at the desk wasn't interested when I told her about the heat problem , she just denied this being an issue.
2-night trip

4/10 Fair

The room was like something out of the 80s Generally a very low standard No air conditioning and the lady on reception didn’t seem to care Probably heard it all before If they spent money in their rooms rather than their external lights it could be an improvement Overall very disappointing
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean and tidy room. Very warm with only one small window for ventilation. There was a fan provided which helped with air circulation but will be of limited use as temperatures increase over summer. A box of tissues would have been a useful addition to the supplies in the room, staff need to check that all other supplies are fully topped up, not just the bare minimum provided (eg toilet paper). Some steps have been take to avoid waste and excess plastic, the small glass milk bottles which are then reused was a good way of providing fresh milk rather than UHT.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Loved the hot water mineral pool and that it’s facing the Lake
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Our stay

Comfortable unit. The right size for 2 adults, 4 children. Clean as is possible. The unit itself is tired looking. Chipped furniture, worn , hole in bench top.Large tear in lounge seat. Old style oven. Not clean. Got burnt both arms on oven door. Didnt use private spa. Uninviting area, looks unused and unclean. I wouldnt choose this motel again. The location is opposite Lake Taupo. Majority of the units have no lake views at all, just the backside of the front units. Our unit was at the back so you had no lake views whatsoever. I do prefer the lake view so book a front unit. Was it value for money...probably not. The staff were very friendly and courteous. Took a while to register. Couldnt locate booking initally...on the whole ignoring the blemishes, our stay was confortable.
Sharon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Liked the lovely hot pool to relax in after long day.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

We stayed in a queen studio which was quite basic and ok in terms of size as we were out for most days. The rooms are joined by a corridor at the back and at times we could hear talking in the adjacent units. Off the road though, so traffic noise is not an issue. Nice and clean.
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Affacciato sul lago a qualche minuto di auto da Taupo, il motel è anche carino ma ha bisogno di una bella rimodernata e la camera di una bella pulizia approfondita. Stanza comunque spaziosa e completa di vasca da bagno termale (non particolarmente invitante) e terrazzino con tavolo e sdraio (continguo alle altre camere). Una rinfrescata lo renderebbe perfetto, ha anche area barbecue e piscina comune esterna.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Restful Lake View

Handy location for our needs. Happy to have a view of the Lake yet with the property being set well back from the road we weren't bothered by traffic noise like a lot of other Lakefront properties are. Older property and a little tired decor wise but perfectly clean and had everything we needed. A bonus was the mineral bath. Friendly lady welcomed us and came down to explain how the bath works. Plenty of outdoor furniture to sit outside the unit and enjoy the Lake View. Outdoor heated pool available and I noticed a function room like a camp kitchen with its own outdoor seating area which would be great for family bookings. Very happy with our stay and would come again.
Heather, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Property was ok. We only needed a place to sleep and for that it was nothing spectacular. Was not happy to be told our room didn’t have a car park for it and we had to park out the back in the dirt, wasn’t happy with that.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

最高！！

とても良かったです！
RYO, 2-night trip