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Gables Lakefront Resort

2.5 star property
Lakefront motel in Taupō with free parking

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Gables Lakefront Motel sits on the water, offering a peaceful escape with garden grounds and a relaxing spa tub. The helpful staff provides amenities like in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and laundry services, making longer stays comfortable.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is S$143
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Superior One Bedroom Suite with Hot Tub

2 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Superior One Bedroom Suite with Hot Tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

2 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Two Bedroom Family Apartment

2 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Two Bedroom Family Apartment

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Three Bedroom Family Apartment

2 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Three Bedroom Family Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • 76 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Twin Beds, 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
130 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Millennium Hotel & Resort - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Gables Lakefront Resort

Motel near Lake Taupō
Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub at Gables Lakefront Resort. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, laundry services and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Gables Lakefront Resort offer thoughtful touches, such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1970
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Gables Lakefront
Gables Lakefront Motel
Gables Lakefront Motel Taupo
Gables Lakefront Taupo
Gables Lakefront Motel Motel
Gables Lakefront Motel Taupo
Gables Lakefront Motel Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Is Gables Lakefront Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gables Lakefront Resort?

As of 12 Nov, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gables Lakefront Resort on 17 Nov, 2025 start from S$142.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gables Lakefront Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gables Lakefront Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gables Lakefront Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Gables Lakefront Resort located?

With direct access to the beach, this Taupō Central motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Taupō, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Maori Carvings and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Gables Lakefront Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 328 out of 457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 457 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms have been updated recently and were eat-off-the-floor clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was in fact spotless. Don't recommend lounging on the pull out couch but soon gave up on telly n went back in the hot pool anyway 😅 Bed was mint. Loved it. Super lovely hostess. Totally staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and would certainly come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was one of the best stays in NZ we had. The owners are lovely, even gave us homemade cookies at check-in. The private hot tub/pool is just amazing after a day out in cold winter days. Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, comfy beds with heating blankets, everything is spotless clean. Just across the street is Lake Taupo with a great jogging track into the town center.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is excellent…its walkable, quiet, easy parking and shops all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right across from the lake/ hotwater beach area
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely appartment in perfect location

Perfect location by the beach, short walk into town. Friendly and helpful hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karanbir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feel like a another home away from home. All facilities available in room and really friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The closeness to the the lake and town centre
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shekinah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay at. Very comfortable. Awesome!! Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gables Motel met our expectations.Friendly/Helpful owners
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Recommended a trip to an old chateaux out of town (awesome views) and breakfast place the next morning. Booked and checked in within 30 mins of booking. View from my front door.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lowela jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
awesome
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time booking accommodation in the area as opposed to staying with friends. Easy, very friendly service. Expectations of the property and operation etc are straight forward and understandable. Property looks to have been renovated since original. In my opinion, sets a high standard for a motel accommodation. I booked the room with the spa and was very happy with my experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay oh too short but wonderful

From the moment we arrived, prompt desk checkin and then shown to our room, explained how it all works including wifi etc and any problems to contact them. Motel was awesome, large sitting area although did find couch a bit rigid, dishwasher great news, bathroom had fluffy towels always a plus at a motel. Amazing location. across the road to lake, plenty in swimming, icecream and coffee cart right there. Idelic, amazing and definitely recommend . Even waved goodbye by hosts. Love the personal touch
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No light or sun in the back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

warren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room and great staff. Left a car parked for a few hours and when we returned to leave for home they came out and told me I’d left something in the room and gave it back to me. I’d happily stay again, thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clemston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room. Staff was very kind, friendly and helpful. Rooms were very well appointed and comfortable. Great location in town!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cypriss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely enjoyed our stay here for the last 4 nights. The owners are lovely and accomodating. Lots of privacy and the spa was enjoyable! The room was spotless on arrival and the cleaners were respectful when approaching our room for a service. Everything was super clean, the only thing we noticed was the spa area had a smell to it. Outside only Other than that, thank you for having us! We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koral

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You'd be hard pressed finding another property with better value for money. The property itself is even better than the pictures, you're located right across the road from the beautiful lake with views of Mt Ruapehu, all amenities are easily accessible, the rooms are spacious, peaceful, clean and in excellent condition. We were lucky enough to have a room with a spa - perfect way to unwind and warm up. Best of all is the service - the two owners are the nicest, most thoughtful people. Prior to checking in they called to see when I'd arrive so they could preheat the room before I got there; the home baked shortbread was also a lovely added bonus!
Early morning view of the lake
Zoomed in picture of Mt Ruapehu
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Taj K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly central with only a short distance (drive) to the town centre
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely and welcoming hosts. Room was very clean, warm and comfortable. A little worn down in a few areas but nothing that caused any issues. The layout worked great for our family of 5 with plenty of space and privacy for everyone. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a 3 bedroom room and the view, staff and room were all amazing. Cheap price for short notice. Beds were super comfortable. Owners are lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025