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Baywater Motor Inn: Traveller Reviews

126 Lake Terrace | P.O. Box 962, Taupo 3330, New Zealand
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Baywater Motor Inn
Ranked #48 of 73 hotels in Taupo
3.5 of 5 stars 20 Reviews
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Auckland, New Zealand
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“An enjoyable stay!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 October 2011
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We stayed for two nights in a front apartment on the second floor.

Small entrance area - good for leaving your shoes. To the left a very nice bathroom with great water pressure however the shower was VERY small.

Straight ahead from the entrance is the small kitchenette area with microwave. Moving forward you enter the room a small storage area and nice big mirror to the right - to the immediate left is a HUGE spa bath with a good view of the television and ample space next to it to keep the drinks (haha).

Also in the room: a Queen bed, a couch directly facing the nicely sized LCD TV and a small table and chairs under the TV. Lovely view of the lake outside the front with a nice table and chairs to enjoy the view. Nice quiet aircon unit.

The fully cooked breakfast was included in the room price and we weren't disappointed.

All in all, we definitely enjoyed our stay!

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Not great value for money.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2011

Booked based on photo and four star self rating. very over rated in my opinion. dated, not very clean and basic. i felt mislead! Pleased it was only one night. kids enjoyed the heated pool
And seperate room with tv!

  • Stayed June 2011
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Melbourne, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great no frills accommodation!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2010

Rooms are relatively spacious with great lake views and quietly situated. Whilst facilities provided may be basic, the friendly staff more than make up for it. Recommended to anyone looking for a basic no frills place to stay!

  • Stayed September 2010
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Amazing”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 August 2010

This is definitely the place to go. Beautiful lake views and a huge spa in the bedroom to sip your wine from and relax. I really enjoyed my night here and will definitely be going back. You have to make this place a 'MUST STAY' between trips or business.

Stayed April 2010, travelled on business
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2010

Stayed here with my husband for 3 nights.He was working - I was relaxing! Have stayed several times before & always found it very nice. Room was warm on arrival & the host was very accomodating & friendly. Lovely relaxing spa bath & great lake views.Would happily return.

  • Stayed June 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 126 Lake Terrace | P.O. Box 962, Taupo 3330, New Zealand
Price range (per night):* 104 AUD - 211 AUD

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