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Silver Fern Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star motel near Lake Taupō

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Double Room, 2 Bedrooms
Shared fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Lobby sitting area
Garden
Interior entrance

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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118 Tamamutu Street, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, 2 Bedrooms

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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City View Room

City View Room

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

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City View Quad Room

City View Quad Room

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

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Lake Facing Room

Lake Facing Room

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

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Three Bedroom Apartment | In-room dining

Three Bedroom Apartment

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

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Standard room with shared bathroom

Standard room with shared bathroom

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

Family Room With City View

  • Sleeps 4

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 3

Executive Room Lake View

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Double Room With Communal Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Three-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

Lake Facing Room

  • Sleeps 3

Room With City View

  • Sleeps 3

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 Maori Carvings are also within 2 miles (3 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
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • A.C. Baths - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Japan Deli - ‬10 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 cable/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: 11:00 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 7:00 AM - 11:00 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 per night.

Property payment types

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 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 cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and 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 cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and 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).

National rating

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 Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silver Fern Lodge on Mar 9, 2026 start from CA $56, 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: 11:00 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. 285 out of 865 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 865 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 865 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 865 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 865 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tane

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

8/10 Good

ravikash

Perfect location great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, Smelt good once we walked in. It had no faulty electrical switches. Amazing staff, really considerate although the shower head was a tiny bit broken and on full blast would spray out the side and hit the floor it was no issue to just simply turn down the pressure. All in all an excellent experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoff and Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Actually this property although it had a big kitchen and dinning area I don’t think it did dinners or breakfast. We thought there was breakfast on the Saturday morning from 8am but sadly l was wrong!!!! If only l read the sign Silver Fern Lodge that would have explained everything. The price we paid for the night didn’t warrant the $263.40 for one night. We won’t be staying here again. Kind regards Liz
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Joel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For the price of the accomodation is expensive and getting basic service. The lodge is bit old and room entertainment not good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Edwina

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Booked a city view room, but didn't get one. One of the blinds was completely broken so light came in through the night. No remote control for the TV, but by the time I realised the reception had closed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Adsm

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value fur the money
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
After booking originally and getting a not welcoming email with untrustworthy policies ive never seen b4 in near 1000 hotels, the boss of vr hotels kindly rang me and asked me to keep the booking and stay. This showed corporate management want a higher standard from their staff. So i stayed and it was a good fize room with balcony fir lake views. Only issue was toilet rolls had not been replaced so very little was on 1 roll with nothon other and no replacement rolls in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chandan

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We booked a lake facing room for our chauffeur but the staff never gave him any view or lake room. Very passive racist experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Travelled with group
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

NA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean unit but quite basic which was expected for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

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

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nilesh

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mandy

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

10/10 Excellent

Mariam, Lower Hutt

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This is a cheap budget hotel and excellent value. Very nice staff exceedingly helpful I understand they’re in the realms of upgrading the property and you can see areas where it is indeed upgraded. A little more attention to cleaning would be a good idea.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Arvin

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needs a good maintenance of the property. Half the time staffs not at the counter.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mahdia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Harjot

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Chas

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Geoffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paloma

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025