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Chelmswood Motel Taupo

★★★ 250 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi Bay, Taupo, 2730, Taupo, NZ

8.2 guest rating· 121 reviews

About this hotel

Recreational Opportunities - Indulge in the hot springs, take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, and unwind in the sauna for a truly relaxing experience.

Convenience and Services - Enjoy complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, and room service. Don't miss out on the delicious offerings at the snack bar/deli and daily full breakfasts.

Amenities and Comfort - Stay in one of the 36 individually decorated guestrooms with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and private patios. The property also features a business center, express check-in, and event facilities for your convenience.

Book a stay at Chelmswood Motel Taupo now for a perfect blend of relaxation and convenience in the heart of Taupo.

Rooms & rates

Accessible Lakeview Queen Studio

Sleeps 3 · Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

Budget Lakeview Queen Bed Studio

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Kitchenette
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Refrigerator

Two Bedroom Family Suites

Sleeps 6 · 2× Queen Bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub

Family Unit with Thermal Pool

Sleeps 5 · 60 m² · Queen Bed, 3× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Kitchenette

Queen Studio With Lake View And Private Thermal Pool

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Ensuite Queen Bed Studio

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Queen Bed

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

One Bedroom Unit with Thermal Pool

Sleeps 3 · 40 m² · Queen Bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Kitchen

Twin Studio

Sleeps 2 · 24 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Studio With Lakeview, Queen And Single Bed, Private Thermal Pool

Sleeps 3 · 40 m² · Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub

Queen Studio

Sleeps 2 · 24 m² · Queen Bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Conference space
  • Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
  • Sauna
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free RV, bus, truck parking
  • Free self parking
  • Long-term parking (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
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  • Boat tours nearby
  • Concierge service
  • Conference center
  • Designated smoking area
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Garden
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Library
  • Luggage storage
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Picnic area
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rowing or canoeing on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance

Location

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250 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi Bay, Taupo, 2730, Taupo, NZ

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

What guests say8.2121 reviews

Canceled booking without a reason
Cleanliness5.9
Service8.9
Location8.9
Room Quality8.4
Amenities8.4
Value for Money8.4

Guest review

2.0

Canceled my booking on me didn't give a reason

Mitchel · 2025-08-22

Guest review

4.0

Greeted with a very offensive smell in our room. I'm surprised the cleaners never noticed it when preparing the room. Facilities otherwise very clean.

Gary · 2020-06-21

Average motel unit

6.0

We stayed one night, the receptionist was lovely very helpful showed us how to use the pool. The units are clean and tidy and have everything you need. Sorry but the lazy boy chair does need to go. Beds were comfortable, sheets nice and crisp. Nice and warm good heating. The views are lovely of the lake and the outside furniture is good.

mariasV92CG · 2020-06-19

Guest review

10.0

Bed was a bit hard but other than that great place to spend a night or 2.

Verified traveler · 2020-06-13

very ordinary

6.0

A cold, noisy, pokey room with very basic facilities. Not good value. And finding lipstick on the glassware doesn’t enhance the look.

Christopher · 2020-06-09

Very basic

6.0

It might have been because we were just a couple wanting to stay a single night, but despite having booked in advance we were given what appeared to be the pokiest unit in the whole place. It was in a corner that got no sunlight, right next to a passageway frequented by noisy guests, an outside light on all night and it had a nasty smell. Even worse, the glasses and cups had lipstick smears on them. The facilities were the most basic and no way was it worth $100 a night!

Cris101 · NZ · 2020-06-07

Good to know

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

A car is required for transportation to and from this property.

Parking height restrictions apply.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Pets

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

General

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Parking

Parking height restrictions apply

Accessibility

No elevators

General

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

General

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

General

Social distancing measures are in place

General

Professional property host/manager

Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

General

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

General

Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Pets

Service animals are allowed