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Located opposite Lake Taupo, Karaka Tree offers accommodations 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 in particular 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 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
Living room:
3 sofa beds
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've 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
8.1
Low score for Taupo
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Area info

Amenities of Karaka Tree Motel

Most popular amenities
  • 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
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Tour desk
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Spa
  • 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 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of NZD 50 is required on arrival. That's about USD 29. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID 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 by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Karaka Tree Motel

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

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

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Hot spring bath

  • The prices at Karaka Tree Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Karaka Tree Motel include:

    • Studio
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Karaka Tree Motel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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