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Located opposite Lake Taupo, Karaka Tree offers accommodation with free Wi-Fi and Sky TV. All upstairs studios offer a private hot mineral spa bath. There is a restaurant within walking distance of the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
3 sofa beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.2
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
8.0
Low score for Taupo
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Karaka Tree Motel

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Wellness
  • Hot spring bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Karaka Tree Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:30 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of NZD 50 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 23. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of 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 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

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 allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Karaka Tree Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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.

A damage deposit of NZD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Karaka Tree Motel

  • Karaka Tree Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Hot spring bath

  • Karaka Tree Motel is 1.8 miles from the centre of Taupo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Karaka Tree Motel include:

    • Studio
    • Suite

  • The prices at Karaka Tree Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Karaka Tree Motel on this page.

  • Check-in at Karaka Tree Motel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.