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Silver Fern Lodge

Property class: 3
3-star motel near Lake Taupō

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a bench, and a view of the outside.
A two-story building with a sign reading "Silver Fern Lodge".
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees and buildings.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows offering a view.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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118 Tamamutu Street, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Taupō
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Two bedroom Apartment

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Two bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Superior Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a red sofa, a desk with a computer, and a wall with geometric patterns.

Superior Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family room

A room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with a view of mountains.

Family room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Executive room lake view

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

Executive room lake view

7.8 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Three Bedroom Apartment

A compact living space with a dining table, two sofas, a small kitchen area, and a wall map.

Three Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard room with communal bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, black curtains, a view of the outside, and a chair.

Standard room with communal bathroom

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Taupō

Heart of Taupō.With a stay at this Taupō Central motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Taupō and 2 miles (3 km) of Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. A.C. Baths and Taupō Hot Springs are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Taupō - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star Taupo - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Silver Fern Lodge

3-star motel near Lake Taupō
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Silver Fern Lodge.

This 3-star Taupō motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Silver Fern Lodge offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Taupō motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Library

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.15 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 35 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 35 (one-way), (from 5 to 16 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.15 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Silver Fern Lodge.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Silver Fern Lodge
Silver Fern Lodge Taupo
Silver Fern Taupo
Silver Fern Lodge Motel
Silver Fern Lodge Taupo
Silver Fern Lodge Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Silver Fern Lodge to the airport?

Silver Fern Lodge is 4.8 mi (9-min drive) away from the Taupō Airport (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Silver Fern Lodge?

As of Oct 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silver Fern Lodge on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $69, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Silver Fern Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Silver Fern Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of NZD 35 per person, one-way.

Does Silver Fern Lodge offer free breakfast?

Silver Fern Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Silver Fern Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Silver Fern Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Silver Fern Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Silver Fern Lodge have a pool?

Silver Fern Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Silver Fern Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Silver Fern Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Silver Fern Lodge to downtown Taupō?

Silver Fern Lodge is 0.4 mi away from Taupō.

Silver Fern Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 296 out of 907 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 907 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 907 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 907 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 907 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great accomodation and value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. The room is clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great value for money. We had unit view city, very comfortable bed. Heatpump kept us warm. Sourav and Nik very helpful and made us feel at home. The unit itself was nice and quiet. Only downside communal kitchen needs more daily cleaning, and more checking of ovens dishes etc. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoy staying here git money worth We will come bk again Thnk you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Perfect location great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great property king size bed wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
The shower and toilet block was clean and the showers were really good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to town. Easy check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Was a quiet place to stay. Bed was comfortable and room was tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy to find.Clean. bed a bit hard but ok for one night . Happy to stay again. Nice helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value. Room had everything needed. Good bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good affordable place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very happy with my stay, the room was clean and tidy. Happy with check in and great to have under cover parking. I would stay there again and recommend it to my friends and family
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Much much better than we expected . Room was spacious , great kitchen in building for guests . Lovely Lake view .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good solid accommodation option close to the centre of Palmy, convenient parking right outside the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable, fabulous location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent stay no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness
Poor cleanliness ……………………
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't see the lake from our room, but that didn't matter. Facilities were good. More than adequate for the 2 of us. Walking distance to both lake a d towm. An enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

it was a convenient stay being so close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Great specious and tidy room at a great rate would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025