Karaka Tree Motel | Hotel in Taupo

| 4.9 (2407 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  5 Bathrooms  20 Guests
Waipahihi Hotel | Karaka Tree Motel

Hotel in Waipahihi, Taupo

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

Karaka Tree Motel is located in Taupo.

This 27 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, Pet Friendly, Accessibility, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 2407 reviews with the average score of 4.9 . Coming to Taupo and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Hot spring bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pet friendly
Guest Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Tour desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

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.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.69
Location:
8.44
Staff:
8.64
Facilities:
7.06
Comfort:
7.68
Cleanliness:
7.59
Dec 7, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   5
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Spacious with comfortable beds.
Negative: Some of the equipment was broken.
Summary: Convenient accomodation for what we needed.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Mineral Spa Studio Suite (2 People only)
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Mineral Spa Studio Suite (2 People only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Shampoo, Body soap, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Towels, Shower, Toilet paper, Spa tub, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels

General

Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Heating, Fan, Iron

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette, Toaster, Refrigerator, Microwave

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sofa

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Sofa bed

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool
Mineral Spa Twin Studio Suite
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Mineral Spa Twin Studio Suite

Bathroom

Toilet, Shampoo, Body soap, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Towels, Shower, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Spa tub, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels

General

Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Heating, Fan, Iron

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette, Toaster, Refrigerator, Microwave

Outdoors

Balcony

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool
One-Bedroom Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 35 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
One-Bedroom Suite

Bathroom

Toilet, Shampoo, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Towels, Shower, Toilet paper, Conditioner, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels

General

Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Heating, Fan, Iron

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette, Toaster, Refrigerator, Microwave

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor
Two-Bedroom Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 50 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
3 Sofa bed Bed

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Body soap, Free toiletries, Additional bathroom, Hairdryer, Towels, Shower, Toilet paper, Conditioner, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV, Satellite channels

General

Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Heating, Fan, Iron, Interconnecting room(s) available

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette, Toaster, Refrigerator, Microwave

Outdoors

Patio

Living Area

Sofa

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Shower chair, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Entire unit located on ground floor, Roll-in shower, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Sofa bed
Budget Double Room
Room Type: Double
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
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