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About this property

Mountain View Motel offers modern, self-contained accommodation with 50+ SKY TV channels, free unlimited Wi-Fi, complimentary on-site parking, and a barbecue area with outdoor seating. Conveniently located just 300 metres from the lakefront, 150 metres from Kaimanawa Reserve, and only 900 metres from Taupō’s town centre, the motel is the perfect base for your stay. Tauhara Golf Course and the popular Spa Thermal Park are a short 5-minute drive away, while Huka Falls and Taupō Airport can be reached in just 10 minutes. All rooms feature a kitchenette or full kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and refrigerator. Every room is equipped with air conditioning, and select units offer breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains. The office desk can help arrange a wide variety of local activities, from bungy jumping and white-water rafting to jet boating and more

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the best rated area in Taupo, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8

  • Top pick by families with children

Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kristy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location was good, a short walk to the CBD. We were upgraded to a 2 bedroom unit, which was great. Very good value.
  • Michelle
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Central location, easy to find. Warm, comfy rooms and very obliging staff.
  • Liz
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very handy location, friendly helpful staff, very comfortable bed. Lovely view of the lake and mountains, good heating.
  • Alan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Friendly staff, great room and great price, would stay there again. Thanks
  • Linda
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Clean and spacious. Easy walk to town. Parking on site. Very friendly helpful staff. Quiet location. Great value for money....an older motel, but new owners are refurbishing the units. Would certainly stay there again.
  • Fran660
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We had a great stay it was definitely value for money and we love Taupo great stay would stay there again
  • Glen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Big spacious apartment comfy beds and close to town
  • Brok
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great view of the mountain and lake. Perfect amount of space for us. Easy walk to the shops.
  • Roanna
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Spent the weekend here with our two grandbabies the 2 bedroom apartment was just exactly what we needed our little home away from home for the weekend. The view was amazing as well waking up and open the curtains to see the maunga absolute beauty
  • Norman
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very convenient for the shops and restaurants along the lake.

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House rules

Mountain View Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 200 is required on arrival. That's about US$117. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mountain View Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of NZD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.