Nestled in Waipahihi, Clearwater Motor Lodge offers a serene retreat with an outdoor pool, spa tub, and garden. Enjoy the convenience of free self parking, laundry facilities, barbecue grills and tour/ticket assistance while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Pool
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On the beach
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Hot tub
Room service
Airport shuttle
Terrace
Garden
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Feel at home (6)
Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Separate sitting area
Premium TV channels
The current price is S$160
S$160
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Room options
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Studio/Family Beach Level
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
47 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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Studio (First Floor)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
38 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Studio (Beach Level)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
38 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive
Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 4 min drive
Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive
A.C. Baths - 6 min drive
Getting around
Taupo (TUO) - 5 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - 14 min walk
Malabar Beyond India - 3 min drive
Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - 17 min walk
The Fish Box - 2 min drive
About this property
Clearwater Motor Lodge
Located just 3.1 mi (5 km) from the airport, Clearwater Motor Lodge offers a shuttle (available on request). Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and the Hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences at this Mediterranean motel include fridges and microwaves.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9 AM
Barbecue grills
Room service
What to do
On the beach
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Mediterranean architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
35-inch flat-screen TV
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Heating
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Jetted
Separate bath and shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Kitchen
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Cleaning supplies
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 18 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 25 per person (one-way)
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 15.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 3 and 18 costs NZD 25 (one-way)
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Clearwater Motor Lodge
Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo
Clearwater Motor Taupo
Clearwater Hotel Taupo
Clearwater Motor Lodge Motel
Clearwater Motor Lodge Taupo
Clearwater Motor Lodge Motel Taupo
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Clearwater Motor Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Clearwater Motor Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Clearwater Motor Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Clearwater Motor Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request. The charge is NZD 25 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Clearwater Motor Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Clearwater Motor Lodge and nearby?
Clearwater Motor Lodge has an outdoor pool and a hot tub, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a jetted bath.
Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes an espresso maker, a coffee maker and a toaster.
Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Clearwater Motor Lodge like?
Clearwater Motor Lodge is in Waipahihi, a short 5-minute drive from Taupo (TUO) and 17 minutes' walk from Lake Taupo.
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Clearwater Motor Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
25 February 2025
Not your average motel room!
A last minute booking during a very busy week in Taupo. Right on the lake front, a large spacious room. Super clean, comfy bed and good shower! Also a large comfy couch. Will stay again.
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 September 2022
View - amazing!!!
Claire
Claire, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 October 2022
Very clean. Beautiful view.
June
June, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 November 2024
We had a beach front room and it was lovely and clean. Had a good number of towels and was a very relaxing space. The spa in the room was great too, although you are asked not to use the jets in the spa after 10pm and you can't use it at all after 11pm, which doesn't suit when you come back from a dinner or function. The parking lot is not suited to larger vehicles and onstreet parking is very limited.
There were no hidden costs or holds, so it was great to stay at a place that you only paid what was listed.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2022
We arrived to a lovely warm room (thermally heated) which is good in winter. Well set up, comfortable bed and spa bath.
View over the lake was what I wanted. We'll appointed. Stepped out of the property onto the lakeside walkway.
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 October 2022
Room was very warm due to thermal heat under the foundations, perfect in mid winter a little too warm for late Sept. air con works well. Plumbing quite noisy from rooms close by.
Susan
Susan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 May 2022
Very clean and well appointed – great place to stay and relax – loved it
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
15 February 2022
Service was terrible
Staff were extremely hard to communicate with and we’re very accomodating.
Letitia
Letitia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 December 2021
Great room, excellent views of lake, friendly staff.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 December 2021
Def recommended
Very happy with the service and the room, thank you. Very clean, modern decoration with everything you need. Great shower pressure too. Only slight negative was that we ordered a cooked breakfast and it arrived almost cold.
Otherwise loved it thank you!!
Christie
Christie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2021
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
15 July 2021
The views. The spa pool
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 July 2021
Have stayed here in the past and is starting to b a bit shabby , plastic flowers , carpet starting to lift , have to get in spa to put plug in and step out onto carpet
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 April 2021
Nice friendly welcome room was excellent and clean
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 April 2021
Family friendly rooms with access to the water.
Mineral pool and in room Spa baths.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 March 2021
A very comfortable spacious ,spotless place with great views ,kitchen well supplied ,spa bath amaaazing! breakfast not up to standard of rest of property
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 March 2021
Everything we wanted in an overnight stay accommodation was present with top of the list being a comfortable bed and good bathroom facilities. Good quality internet is also important and this was provided.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 March 2021
A little Tired - Overall Okay though
very clean and tidy just a little run down but not too bad the pool was in need of a big clean but the room and bathroom were very clean bathroom needed a little upgrading - but overall happy to be fair.
Ckelly
Ckelly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 January 2021
Spotlessly clean. Serviced daily. Very friendly helpful staff. Loved the hot mineral pool.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 January 2021
Very good motel was the cleanest l have had. The couple were very nice. Right on the lake, could walk down the path to the Lake.
LORRAINE
LORRAINE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 January 2021
Fantastic views, a really lovely spot! Staff very friendly. Clean and comfortable rooms.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 November 2020
Convenient location with a great view and a good coffee stop just down the walkway
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2020
Awesome receptionist, great room right on the lake front with out door area
Debbie
Debbie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 November 2020
Lovely view over the lake and in room large spa pool