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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.

1. Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 star property
Turangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (418 reviews)
"Very convenient place to stay on the way to the mountain."
Australia
Peter
$67 nightly
The price is $79
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Parklands Motorlodge
A balcony with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, a small table, and a white railing.

2. Baycrest Lodge

Baycrest Lodge
4.0 star property
Taupō Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (808 reviews)
"Absolutely LOVED the view of the lake and the proximity to everything. Highly recommend!"
Australia
Jodie
$103 nightly
The price is $120
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Baycrest Lodge
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

3. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Taupō Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (667 reviews)
"It was a great stay in room."
Australia
Kanwalnoor chatha
$105 nightly
The price is $121
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
A room with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, a large sliding glass door leading to a view of the sea, and a ceiling light fixture.

4. Sails On The Lake

Sails On The Lake
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (774 reviews)
"Great facilities, super central, amazing owners"
Australia
Josh
$89 nightly
The price is $104
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Sails On The Lake
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

5. Boulevard Waters

Boulevard Waters
4.0 star property
Waipahihi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (338 reviews)
"fantastic place to stay"
Australia
Natasha
$96 nightly
The price is $110
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Boulevard Waters
A swimming pool with a thatched-roof gazebo, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

6. The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
4.0 star property
Waipahihi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (981 reviews)
"The heated pool"
Australia
Emma
$97 nightly
The price is $113
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
The Reef Resort
A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

7. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Cascades Lakefront Motel
4.0 star property
Two Mile Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (695 reviews)
"Very good accomodation and location - loved it"
Australia
Jo
$90 nightly
The price is $104
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Cascades Lakefront Motel
A room with a view of a calm lake and mountains, featuring two wicker chairs with red cushions, a small table with a remote control, and a window with curtains.

8. Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (794 reviews)
"Great location and nice views."
Australia
Denyse
$64 nightly
The price is $74
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Tui Oaks Motel
A wooden table with two chairs and a breakfast setup on a balcony overlooking a scenic view of the ocean and trees.

9. Pebble Beach Motor Inn

Pebble Beach Motor Inn
4.5 star property
Napier South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (965 reviews)
"Excellent location"
Australia
Sandra
$65 nightly
The price is $74
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Pebble Beach Motor Inn
A swimming pool with a wooden deck and a thatched roof structure.

10. Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments

Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments
4.0 star property
Taupō Central
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (639 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and tidy. Easy to parking and Great Lake view"
Australia
WAI KIN
$74 nightly
The price is $87
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments
A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the sea, a fruit bowl on the counter, and a view of the ocean through the window.

11. The Cove Taupo

The Cove Taupo
3.5 star property
Waipahihi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (560 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!"
Australia
Dixie
$72 nightly
The price is $83
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
The Cove Taupo
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, seating, and umbrellas.

12. Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo
3.5 star property
Two Mile Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (680 reviews)
"Great spot, excellent service and very spacious rooms - perfect for the family"
Australia
Bryce
$107 nightly
The price is $124
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Anchorage Resort Taupo
A covered outdoor area with a white railing, a table with a potted plant, and a chair with a cushion.

13. Emerald Inn

Emerald Inn
4.0 star property
Takapuna
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (354 reviews)
"The bed was super comfy, it was a lovely stay, close to shops, café and beach."
Australia
Pania
$91 nightly
The price is $105
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Emerald Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large bathtub.

14. Lake Taupo Motor Inn

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, will look to stay here again."
Australia
Elton
$94 nightly
The price is $109
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

15. Auckland Airport Motel

Auckland Airport Motel
3.0 star property
Mangere Bridge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (752 reviews)
"Clean room and excellent facilities"
Australia
Daphne
$53 nightly
The price is $61
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Auckland Airport Motel
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

16. Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel
4.5 star property
Taupō Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay, did everything we needed it to do and the bed was super comfortable!"
Australia
Georgia
$78 nightly
The price is $91
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Beechtree Motel
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

17. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Glenholme
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Room is clean, staff are good, but far from restaurants area!"
Australia
Naoko
$126 nightly
The price is $147
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Regal Palms Resort
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by plants and a building with a balcony.

18. Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel
4.5 star property
Waipahihi
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"This hotel was excellent. Nice and quiet and the meals were great"
Australia
David
$54 nightly
The price is $63
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Oasis Beach Motel
A wide sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear sky, and distant mountains.

19. Blue Haven Motel

Blue Haven Motel
3.0 star property
Mount Maunganui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (494 reviews)
"Friendly and accomodating staff, clean room, and proximity to tourist attractions"
Australia
Davelyn
$81 nightly
The price is $93
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Blue Haven Motel
A modern conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the outdoors, and an exit sign on the wall.

20. Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was so nice and convenient. Room was perfect. Breakfast was great too"
Australia
Jungsun
$70 nightly
The price is $80
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo
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Frequently asked questions

What is the nightly rate for a motel in North Island?
You can find a great deal from $61 on North Island motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on North Island motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a North Island motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.