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Cascades Lakefront Motel

★★★★★ 303 Lake Terrace, Taupo, NZ

9 guest rating· 2665 reviews

The five stars

Cascades Lakefront Motel holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Swimming pool, Room service, Spa/wellness center, Outdoor pool and Heated pool.

Guests score it 9.0/10 across 2665 reviews.

About this hotel

Lakefront Paradise

Heated Pool and Tranquil Hot Tub : Relax in style at Cascades Lakefront Motel with a heated outdoor pool and hot tub overlooking Lake Taupo.

Explore Nature's Beauty : Immerse yourself in the stunning surroundings with direct beach access, bicycle rentals, paddle boards, and kayaks available for an adventurous experience.

Convenient Amenities : Enjoy free WiFi, cable TV, self-catering kitchen, and laundry facilities. Indulge in a BBQ in the garden or request breakfast with a complimentary newspaper.

Experience the tranquility and convenience at Cascades Lakefront Motel. Book now for a memorable stay by Lake Taupo.

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Upstairs Studio

Sleeps 2 · 33 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

These studio units are sunny, spacious and quiet. They include a king or queen bed (some of which can be split into 2 singles, upon request), dining area, wardrobe and kitchenette. The rooms open out onto a shared balcony with seating to relax and enjoy the sun. The kitchenette facilities include hot plates, frying pan and saucepans, microwave, fridge, tea, coffee, toast making facilities. The bathroom has both a shower and spa bath. Unit 18 has a queen and a sofa bed. This room does not allow pets. Please note this room cannot accommodate children under 10 years of age.

Large Family Unit 5 People

Sleeps 5 · 56 m² · 3× Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

Spacious units with their own courtyard garden with outdoor furniture and a BBQ. These units are open plan with a king bed (or 2 singles) downstairs, and 3 singles (or king and 1 single) upstairs on the mezzanine floor. Downstairs is a kitchenette, bathroom, dining and living area with Smart TV with all SKY Sports and SKY Movies. Upstairs is another bathroom with spa bath, and a 2nd TV. A clothes drying rack, high chair and stair gate are available on request. Room 7 has a full size fridge and a large bench area. Room 9 has a standard kitchenette and larger living area.

Lakefront Unit

Sleeps 6 · 75 m² · 2× Twin bed, Queen bed, Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Relax and enjoy a stunning location on the shore of Lake Taupo. This Lakefront Apartment sits just above the beach and enjoys views across the lake and down to the mountains. The apartment is open plan with a mezzanine floor. Downstairs is a kitchen with oven and full size fridge, dining area, lounge, Smart TV with all SKY Sports and SKY Movies, queen bed and private bathroom. Upstairs on the mezzanine floor is a queen bed with stunning lake views through french doors, and 2 single beds. A 2nd bathroom with spa bath and 2nd TV are also on the mezzanine floor. The apartment opens onto a large patio just above the beach, with outdoor furniture and a BBQ.

Family Unit 3 People

Sleeps 3 · 39 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

Open plan with a mezzanine floor. It has a lounge area, kitchenette (microwave, fridge, tea and coffee and toast making facilities), queen bed and bathroom downstairs, and a single bed and en suite toilet upstairs. The unit opens onto its own courtyard with outdoor furniture and BBQ. There is also a path leading to the lake edge. Bathroom has a shower and spa bath. There is a Smart TV with all SKY Sports and SKY Movies. A clothes drying rack, high chair and stair gate are available on request.

Economy Family Unit 5 People

Sleeps 5 · 46 m² · 3× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Open plan with a small living area downstairs and a mezzanine floor. Queen bed downstairs and 3 single beds on the mezzanine floor. Downstairs there is a bathroom which includes shower and spa bath, kitchenette with cook top, saucepans, electric frying pan, microwave and fridge. There is a Smart TV with all SKY Sports and SKY Movies. A clothes drying rack, high chair and stair gate are available on request. Room 8 opens onto a private courtyard garden with outdoor furniture and BBQ. Rooms 11 and 13 open onto a small patio which opens onto the heated swimming pool. There is a BBQ and outdoor seating available on the grassed area at the front of the property. Free parking at your door. Please note units 11 and 13 may not be suitable for children under 4 years old as the stairs are quite steep. Stair gates are available upon request.

Budget Upstairs Studio

Sleeps 2 · 23 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

This is a small studio featuring with a very high cathedral ceiling and a view of Mt Ruapehu on a clear day. It has a queen bed, table and chairs, Smart TV, microwave, fridge, tea/coffee/toaster, fan or heater and a spa bath. Guests must walk up a flight of stairs to reach this room.

Standard Family Unit (5 Guests)

Sleeps 5 · 56 m² · 3× Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

Spacious unit with partial views of the lake. It opens onto a courtyard garden with outdoor furniture. This unit is open plan with a king bed (or 2 singles) downstairs, and 3 singles upstairs on the mezzanine floor. Downstairs is a kitchenette, full bathroom, dining table and chairs, and living area with Smart TV with 5 satellite channels. Upstairs is an en suite toilet and an extra TV. A clothes drying rack, DVD player, high chair and stair gate are available on request.

Budget Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 18 m² · Double bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

This small basic studio includes a kettle, toaster, microwave and fridge. The bathroom has shower, toilet and hand basin. It has its own entrance. Pets cannot be accommodated in this room type.

Large Family Unit 4 People

Sleeps 4 · 58 m² · 2× Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

Spacious unit with a mezzanine floor. Opens onto its own courtyard with outdoor furniture and a BBQ. It has a king bed (or 2 singles) and bathroom with shower downstairs, and 2 singles (or a king) and bathroom with spa bath (Unit 10 has en suite toilet only) upstairs. Downstairs is the kitchenette with hot plate, saucepans, electric frying pan, microwave, and fridge, dining table and chairs, There is a Smart TV with all SKY Sports and SKY Movies, and Unit 5 has an extra TV upstairs. A clothes drying rack, high chair and stair gate are available on request. R10 has a full bathroom downstairs and en suite toilet upstairs. Room opens onto its own courtyard. R5 has a full bathroom and TV downstairs and upstairs.

Economy Family Unit (6 Guests)

Sleeps 6 · 69 m² · 4× Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

The Loft is upstairs with views from the balcony. It is open plan style with a mezzanine floor and separate bathroom with shower (no bath). There is a large bedroom with king bed (or 2 singles) and a Smart TV with all SKY Sports and SKY Movies, a small living area with Smart TV and bean bags, a large dining table and bench seats, and a kitchen with hot plate, saucepans, electric frying pan, microwave and full size fridge. Upstairs are 2 rooms both with twin beds. There is a sofa bed and also room for a cot in the main bedroom. A clothes drying rack, high chair and stair gate are available on request. Please note that the staircase is steep and may not be suitable for children under 4 years old. Stair gates are available upon request. There is also a single couch bed in the master bedroom which would be suitable for an extra child.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fence around pool
  • Heated pool
  • Kids' pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool cover
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
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  • Skiing
  • Tour desk
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Baby safety gates
  • BBQ facilities
  • Bike tours
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Children's playground
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Garden
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Open-air bath
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Public Bath
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Water sport facilities on site

Location

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303 Lake Terrace, Taupo, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say92665 reviews

+ Great location+ Friendly staff+ Comfy beds+ Pet friendlyCleanliness issuesNoise from outsideSafety concerns with room layout
Cleanliness8.2
Service9.6
Location10.0
Room Quality7.7
Amenities8.6
Value for Money9.2

Nice Location and Cosy Rooms

8.0

pretty good motel, nice space with bed slightly separated and lounge area in room, well maintained, provide a small kitchenette which is also vhelpful, vclose to the lake and walking dist from town centre. Good for couples

chait1788 · CAMBRIDGE, REGION OF WATERLOO, ONTARIO · 2026-07-29

Guest review

8.0

Room was comfortable and great location

The heating tended to make the upstairs very hot whilst the downstairs remained cool.

Kevin · NZ · 2026-07-22

Great value f

8.0

There was more than enough room for a family of four, and our dog as well was catered for at the last minute. We appreciated this.

Dorothy · NZ · 2026-07-19

Guest review

8.0

Clean & tidy, good facilities (kids enjoyed the pool & spa even in winter), great spot right by the lake and great to bring the dog!

Units are a bit old style.

Lauren · NZ · 2026-07-19

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Cascades Lakefront Motel really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

A deposit may be required at the property.