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Reviews of 52 on Rifle Motel 4.5 stars

52 Rifle Range Road, 3351 Taupo, New Zealand

#17 of 60 hotels in Taupo

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 552 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 28 October 2023

    10
    Loved it. Will always stay here when come to Taupō from now on!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Nice big room for a family. felt nice and homely and had a nice little playground area too.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2023

    9.0
    I would to love to come here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    TV

    I just didn’t like the TV 📺 the model is like 1990s otherwise it was perfect 😍

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    10
    Great stay, clean comfy and in quiet location.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The water pressure in the shower could be better but it wasn’t as bad as we expected after reading a few reviews. We would happily trade this small thing and enjoy the clean, comfy and quiet unit.

    We really enjoyed our stay, firstly this property was reasonably priced, is off the main road and was blissfully quiet. The gentleman at reception was very friendly and helpful. The 2 bedroom unit was an older style but has been renovated and it was clean and very comfortable, we were only passing through Taupo but if we come back we would definitely stay here.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, small playground on the back yard, nice welcome at checkin. Kitchenette is very handy and the room is beautiful, comfy and has amazing vibe.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2023

    8.0
    Stayed here before will definitely stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Shower pressure poor

    plenty of space well laid out, Easy parking

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The second I received a call from Lisa, I knew we were in good hands. We were given a lake view unit and it really blew me away the size and tidyness and the layout. The layout just made sense. Blissful. Kids wanted a swim but understood why they couldn't and that was ok because we just came from the pools. The games room entertained them while I napped lol I really liked how the 4square is right across the road. And McDonald's, just down the road. Would come back for sure!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    9.0
    Fantastic family base for exploring Taupo
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Will be even better when spa and pool are available

    Great location, good range of facilities for families, clean, tidy, friendly helpful staff.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack of exhaust fan in the bathroom. The rooms are being refurbished so I can't really fault things that will eventually be changed

    Great location. The owners are lovely and very friendly. The room had everything we needed for a comfortable 2 night stay

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    9.0
    Very hospitable hosts and comfortable and clean place to stay. would recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent hosts, nice, clean and recently innovated. Good location too

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    8.0
    Excellent. We enjoyed our stay, and would book again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Dripping noise on the roof was a bit annoying.

    Clean and comfortable, friendly and helpful hosts, great location, quiet, easy parking.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    9.0
    Great accomodation close to many tourist activities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The shower control was either more pressure and cold, or less pressure when you rotate to heat. If you want a warm shower you have to run around to get wet. This was our only complaint.

    We were upgraded to a 2 bedroom unit - plenty of space, and acceptable kitchen to prepare our own meal. Host was very helpful and suggested lots of great activities to suit our family with young kids.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owners are lovely and helpful. The spa! My daughter and husband loved it. And the views from our room were 👌🏽.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    As soon as we got there Lisa and Colin were welcoming and friendly. Our rooms were perfect, very spacious, tidy and clean had all the basics, kitchenware and bathroom accessories. Lounge and rooms were comfy.and cosy There was a playground just outside our room which was great for our girls, and there was a rumpus room with table tennis and pool table which was alot of fun Had a lovely private spa there which was a bonus as it was a cold weekend. Loved our stay here would definitely recommend and stay here again Perfect little family weekend trip away Thank you so much Lisa and Colin

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stayed here two nights with family. Arrived later than expected for check-in. They were very good communicating and quick response, accommodating as owners live on site. The room was warm, clean and tidy. Very comfortable beds and Sky Sports & Movies were a plus. Would definitely stay here again.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilet was hard to fit into - very compact. But they did say they were in the process of re-doing the bathrooms.

    Friendly staff, warm, clean

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    shower pressure was very bad and the swimming pool wasn’t operational ( which was one of the reasons I booked this motel )

    owner was very helpful and the room was comfortable. games room was good

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    9.0
    Awesome place to stay, will definitely be back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, fantastic presentation and very clean. Friendly and helpful owner. Thank you.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    10
    Accomodation is great value for money with everything you will need & spotlesssly clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The toilet was a bit squished but I heard they have started renovating the bathrooms to address this problem.

    Great not to have the noise of traffic but close enough to the centre of town The decor was pretty & apartment was very clean. It had everything you would need

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    9.0
    Great for families
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Well presented rooms, warm, good parking, friendly hosts, clean, quiet and good location. All the Sky Sports channels. A little home away from home.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing comes to mind

    Clean, cozy and comfortable. Colin was a great host. Will definitely be back

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was great and owners were fabulous. So friendly and accommodating.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything is perfect. Definitely will stay again. Lovely stuff and the room is warm.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great friendly service and nice size rooms, definitely recommend to other people.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2023

    10
    52 on Rifle
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing. Sure there are more luxury accommodations to be booked here, but the service level is exceptional and that counts heavily for me.

    Really nice, clean, comfy room. I got a great deal on a extra night. The couple that runs it are absolutely fabulous and will go out of their way for you. This will be my go to in Taupo from now on.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2023

    9.0
    I will definitely come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom just too small but overall facility is awesome

    Stayed in August 2023

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