Gables Lakefront Motel

Clean and comfortable property with views over Lake Taupō. Parking right outside and easy to get to town. Walkable to cafe beside the lake for breakfast

Plenty of parking. The manager was very nice, showed us our room and everything it offered - including homemade shortbread! The room had everything - including a lovely clean open but private thermal hot tub. There wasn't anything missing.

It was one of the best stays in NZ we had. The owners are lovely, even gave us homemade cookies at check-in. The private hot tub/pool is just amazing after a day out in cold winter days. Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, comfy beds with heating blankets, everything is spotless clean. Just across the street is Lake Taupo with a great jogging track into the town center.

Great spacious room and awesome hot pool inside the room!

Hot tub was nice

Lovely location by the lake. Easy for parking.

We absolutely enjoyed our stay here for the last 4 nights. The owners are lovely and accomodating. Lots of privacy and the spa was enjoyable! The room was spotless on arrival and the cleaners were respectful when approaching our room for a service. Everything was super clean, the only thing we noticed was the spa area had a smell to it. Outside only Other than that, thank you for having us! We’ll definitely be back.

Absolutely beautiful spot right across from Lake Taupo. Private spa pool was hot needed to leave the covers off after 5 pm to make it bearable in the evening otherwise it would get too hot but apart from that a fabulous stay - will be back !

Nice view of Lake Taupo, nice hot tubs and friendly staff

Fully equipped kitchen and it was very nice to stay.

You'd be hard pressed finding another property with better value for money. The property itself is even better than the pictures, you're located right across the road from the beautiful lake with views of Mt Ruapehu, all amenities are easily accessible, the rooms are spacious, peaceful, clean and in excellent condition. We were lucky enough to have a room with a spa - perfect way to unwind and warm up. Best of all is the service - the two owners are the nicest, most thoughtful people. Prior to checking in they called to see when I'd arrive so they could preheat the room before I got there; the home baked shortbread was also a lovely added bonus!

Lovely clean an tidy place would highly recommend to others and will definitely be bak to stay 100 percent from me lovely owners an staff

The rooms have been updated recently and were eat-off-the-floor clean.

Very clean room, with lake view. Comfortable hearing the heavy rain during the night. Very cozy. The only complaint was the noisy neighbors who came in late and talked very loudly for a while, then were up very early talking close to our door. That was people related, not the lodgings fault.

We absolutely enjoyed our stay here for the last 4 nights. The owners are lovely and accomodating. Lots of privacy and the spa was enjoyable! The room was spotless on arrival and the cleaners were respectful when approaching our room for a service. Everything was super clean, the only thing we noticed was the spa area had a smell to it. Outside only Other than that, thank you for having us! We’ll definitely be back.

Excellent room. Staff was very kind, friendly and helpful. Rooms were very well appointed and comfortable. Great location in town!

Very clean and comfortable unit. The reception staff were very friendly.

Room was in fact spotless. Don't recommend lounging on the pull out couch but soon gave up on telly n went back in the hot pool anyway 😅 Bed was mint. Loved it. Super lovely hostess. Totally staying here again.

Lovely and welcoming hosts. Room was very clean, warm and comfortable. A little worn down in a few areas but nothing that caused any issues. The layout worked great for our family of 5 with plenty of space and privacy for everyone. We would definitely stay again.

Really clean rooms and great service

Great spacious room and awesome hot pool inside the room!

No light or sun in the back

The rooms have been updated recently and were eat-off-the-floor clean.

Very good value; clean, spacious. Wish we could have stayed longer.

Initially when we arrive the staff acted super strange and stated that the room we booked with a hot tub was not available, then after me voicing my frustrations, it was available. My partner thought maybe because we looked young they judged us and didnt want us in a room with a hot tub, I dont know. It was such a strage interaction and made us so uncomfortable it may have made us hate everything else bout the place but...the hot tub was luke warm and it has the most awful discusting smell and they turned it off super early which isnt mentioned in the listing, for "noise" but it's another way to save money. There was noices coming from the tub system all night regardless. The place could have been really nice if they put some money into it. The room was clean enough and had good amenities. They obviously opted for the cheepest toilet paper and hotel disposables imaginable. The "rule book" was ridiculous and it stated there would be a charge to use the fold out couch provided which is so bizzarre to advertise amenities then charge ectra for them. The bed was very hard, some might like that but we did not sleep well. The view was blocked by cars anyway so even that wasn't a perk. We tried to leave early since we could'nt sleep anyway but there was no early check out instructions to leave the key so we just left it in the room. Would not stay there again, not value for money and only booked for the tub which was unusable.

Very clean room, with lake view. Comfortable hearing the heavy rain during the night. Very cozy. The only complaint was the noisy neighbors who came in late and talked very loudly for a while, then were up very early talking close to our door. That was people related, not the lodgings fault.

Liked the homemade cookies. Disliked the clogged drain in the bathroom and the super soft mattress.

We stayed in a 3 bedroom room and the view, staff and room were all amazing. Cheap price for short notice. Beds were super comfortable. Owners are lovely!

Fully equipped kitchen and it was very nice to stay.

Well equipped, modern kitchen and bathroom.

Easy check in process. Staff were great.

Great location, clean room and great staff. Left a car parked for a few hours and when we returned to leave for home they came out and told me I’d left something in the room and gave it back to me. I’d happily stay again, thanks!

You'd be hard pressed finding another property with better value for money. The property itself is even better than the pictures, you're located right across the road from the beautiful lake with views of Mt Ruapehu, all amenities are easily accessible, the rooms are spacious, peaceful, clean and in excellent condition. We were lucky enough to have a room with a spa - perfect way to unwind and warm up. Best of all is the service - the two owners are the nicest, most thoughtful people. Prior to checking in they called to see when I'd arrive so they could preheat the room before I got there; the home baked shortbread was also a lovely added bonus!

Initially when we arrive the staff acted super strange and stated that the room we booked with a hot tub was not available, then after me voicing my frustrations, it was available. My partner thought maybe because we looked young they judged us and didnt want us in a room with a hot tub, I dont know. It was such a strage interaction and made us so uncomfortable it may have made us hate everything else bout the place but...the hot tub was luke warm and it has the most awful discusting smell and they turned it off super early which isnt mentioned in the listing, for "noise" but it's another way to save money. There was noices coming from the tub system all night regardless. The place could have been really nice if they put some money into it. The room was clean enough and had good amenities. They obviously opted for the cheepest toilet paper and hotel disposables imaginable. The "rule book" was ridiculous and it stated there would be a charge to use the fold out couch provided which is so bizzarre to advertise amenities then charge ectra for them. The bed was very hard, some might like that but we did not sleep well. The view was blocked by cars anyway so even that wasn't a perk. We tried to leave early since we could'nt sleep anyway but there was no early check out instructions to leave the key so we just left it in the room. Would not stay there again, not value for money and only booked for the tub which was unusable.

Excellent room. Staff was very kind, friendly and helpful. Rooms were very well appointed and comfortable. Great location in town!

Check in slow. Everything else excellent

Very clean and comfortable unit. The reception staff were very friendly.

Great service and very friendly staff but ring and booked direct from my experience as they will always be cheaper than expedia so we were told

Had a fantastic 4 days here in Jan 24. Nothing was too much trouble for the hosts. The hosts were welcoming, the unit was spotless, parking was easy, the view of the lakefront was fantastic. The owners go the extra mile and nothing was a problem. We will definitely stay here again.

The hosts are very friendly and more than accomadating to our needs .

Clean and comfortable property with views over Lake Taupō. Parking right outside and easy to get to town. Walkable to cafe beside the lake for breakfast

Le lac est juste devant l hotel avec une route a traverser.

Perfect location by the beach, short walk into town. Friendly and helpful hosts

Across street from the lake.beautiful views.

Very clean room, with lake view. Comfortable hearing the heavy rain during the night. Very cozy. The only complaint was the noisy neighbors who came in late and talked very loudly for a while, then were up very early talking close to our door. That was people related, not the lodgings fault.

Lovely location by the lake. Easy for parking.

Enjoyed the butter cookie treats baked daily for guests. Rooms 7 & higher (Rooms 7 thru 11?) have nice unobstructed view of Lake Taupo & sunset.

Great location

Right across from the lake/ hotwater beach area

The location is excellent…its walkable, quiet, easy parking and shops all around.