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Clearwater Motor Lodge

Property class: 3.5

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Consider a stay at Clearwater Motor Lodge and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
The current price is NT$3,546
NT$4,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31

Room options

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View all photos for Studio (First Floor)

A modern room with large windows offering a view of the sea and hills. It includes two blue armchairs, a small table, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Studio (First Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio (Beach Level)

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a window with curtains.

Studio (Beach Level)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio/Family Beach Level

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a mirror.

Studio/Family Beach Level

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the city.

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Partial lake view
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Waipahihi, a neighborhood in Taupō, Clearwater Motor Lodge is near the airport and on the beach. Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Hot Springs. Spa Thermal Park and The Landing Lake Taupō are also worth visiting. Visit our Taupō travel guide
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229 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • A geothermal area with colorful hot springs surrounded by forest and mountains.
    Taupō Hot Springs
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • beach near Taupō Central
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Three Mile Bay
    3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Crafty TROUT Brewing Co.
    5 min drive
  • The Huka Honey Hive
    11 min drive
  • Japan Deli
    4 min drive
  • Heli Cafe
    10 min drive

About this property

Clearwater Motor Lodge

  • Motel located in Waipahihi
  • A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Clearwater Motor Lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Clearwater Motor Lodge have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and free toiletries
    • 35-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
    • Balconies, separate sitting areas, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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 property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 18 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 25 (one-way), (from 3 to 18 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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 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
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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, PayPal, and WeChat Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

As of 2026/8/21, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clearwater Motor Lodge on 2026/8/30 start from NT$3,546, excluding 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.

Is Clearwater Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Clearwater Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Clearwater Motor Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–9:00 PM on request. A fee of NZD 25 per person applies.

Where is Clearwater Motor Lodge located?

Located in Waipahihi, this beachfront motel is on the boardwalk/promenade and within 1 mi (2 km) of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens, Lake Taupō, and Three Mile Bay. Four Mile Bay and Taupō Hot Springs are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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