Karaka Tree Motel is located in Waipahihi, a neighbourhood in Taupo. Taupo Hot Springs and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park. The Landing Lake Taupo and A.C. Baths are also worth visiting.
Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 4 min drive
Spa Thermal Park - 5 min drive
Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 5 min drive
Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 6 min drive
Getting around
Taupo (TUO) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Dixie Brown's - 4 min drive
Master of India - 4 min drive
Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - 16 min walk
Plateau - 4 min drive
About this property
Karaka Tree Motel
Motel located in Waipahihi
Karaka Tree Motel provides 1 hot tub and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self-parking
Laundry services, free newspapers and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Karaka Tree Motel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Fridges, microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and phones
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Things to do
Spa tub
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Free local calls
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
National rating
This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.
Property is also known as
Karaka Motel
Karaka Tree Motel Motel
Karaka Tree Motel
Karaka Tree Motel Taupo
Karaka Tree Taupo
Karaka Tree Hotel Taupo
Karaka Tree Motel Taupo
Karaka Tree Motel Motel Taupo
Frequently asked questions
Is Karaka Tree Motel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Karaka Tree Motel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Karaka Tree Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Karaka Tree Motel?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Karaka Tree Motel located?
Located in Waipahihi, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupo. Taupo Hot Springs and Three Mile Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Karaka Tree Motel Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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Our ferry was delayed so wasnt going to make it back to Taupo in time to check in by 8pm. Rang reception to let them know and they had our room ready with the heater on for us when we got there at 9.30pm. We were really impressed.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
Travelled with partner
31 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean motel with helpful, friendly staff. Room was quite dated though and the heating/ventilation could do with upgrading.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Travelled with partner
15 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very basic facilities. But we love the deep mineral spa pool..so always stay here.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
Business traveller
14 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
tM dtay
Contactless check-in and out felt impersonal and distant...but I guess that was the purpose. KTM is getting dated and tired, but nice to have a soak.
No stove., toilets old ,shower doors not working properly.
Bobby
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
8/10 Good
Helen
9 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
An old favourite
A budget motel that has become a bit aged, but still good value for money. We really enjoy the private mineral pool. It is located handily to the lake and to the township.