Cascades Lakefront Motel

303 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand -

8.3/10 · 1818 reviews

The family-friendly Cascades Lakefront Motel Taupo is situated in a residential area of Taupo, approximately a 25-minute walk from Maori Rock Carvings and 3.5 km from Riverside Park. The 5-star motel boasts an outdoor swimming pool, Wi-Fi in the rooms and rooms with a view of the courtyard.

Location

This comfortable hotel is about 5 km from Taupo airport and 3.1 km from such cultural venues as Taupo Museum. The Cascades offers proximity to natural sights like the flower Taupo Botanical Gardens (2.2 km) and Spa Thermal Park and Riverbank Recreational and Scenic Reserve (4.7 km). Also, Parkdale Reserve is situated around 10 minutes' walk away. Old Military and Early Settlers Cemetery is 3.3 km away.

Rooms

Cascades Lakefront Motel offers 24 rooms with tea and coffee making facilities, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. For your comfort, you will find here a fridge and kitchenware. The en-suite bathrooms, complete with a spa bathtub, a separate toilet, and a shower, along with hair dryers and bath sheets, are also provided.

Food & Drinks

This accommodation offers a cooked-to-order breakfast daily. The Lakeland Bar & Brasserie offers a wide range of New Zealand dishes and lies right near the hotel.

Leisure & Activities

If you like an active lifestyle, canyoning, kayaking, and cycling are available on site. You can try fishing at the Cascades Taupo.

Why choose Cascades Lakefront Motel Taupo

Heated outdoor pool available year-round
Direct beach access from the property
Kayaks and paddleboards for hire onsite
Pet-friendly accommodation upon request

Main amenities

Free Wi-Fi
Express check-in/ -out
Swimming Pool
Private beach
Sports activities
Spa and relaxation
No Smoking
Child-friendly
Air conditioning
Pets

Expert tips

Budget extra time for cooling upper floor rooms as air conditioning is limited to one bedroom.

Mark Tamati Adventure Tourism Guide
Plan to bring your own tea towels and ice trays since kitchenettes may lack them and housekeepers do not replace removed items.

Sarah Jenkins Local Hospitality Manager
Choose ground-floor rooms if you prefer avoiding steep stairs and better privacy due to open bedroom layouts upstairs.

Emma Clarke Freelance Travel Writer
Use the dryer available on-site for laundry; check the pre-arrival email for local restaurants and activities.

Liam Foster Part-Time Tourism Consultant

Important information

Check-in:

from 14:00 until 21:00

Check-out:

from 07:00 until 10:00

Quick local hint

Taupo

“Walk about 10 minutes to the sailing club restaurant known for its pizza. The town center is roughly a 50-minute walk away, and guests receive a detailed email before arrival about local restaurants and activities to explore.”

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From USD 115 per night

Check-in 31 Oct 2026

Check-out 1 Nov 2026

Guests 2 guests

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8.3 /10

Very Good 1818 reviews

Reviews summary

Cascades Lakefront Motel in Taupo earns repeat mentions for rooms with Netflix and some units with patio spas. Guests highlight the motel's lakefront location just 5 meters from water and appreciate milk provided upon arrival. Some note inconsistent room cleanliness and occasional Wi-Fi dropouts. Many enjoy strong shower water pressure as a particular amenity.

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