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4.5 out of 5

"Great management, clean and comfortable. Would recommend to anyone heading to taupo " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 07 Jun 2023

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Hotel Description

At 52 on Rifle Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lake Taupo and Taupo Museum and Art Gallery. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi.

Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-star Taupo motel include Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp.

One Bedroom

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
AU$172* Per night/room 8 Apr. - 9 Apr.

Two Bedroom

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Three Bedroom

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Two Bedroom with Lake View

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

52 on Rifle Motel ratings based on 73 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for 52 on Rifle Motel

Everyone (46) Couples (5) Family (23)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 12 Feb. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

13 Feb. 2024 by Lisa & Colin

Thank you Carol!Kind regards

5 out of 5
Great management, clean and comfortable. Would recommend to anyone heading to taupo

Posted by on 7 Jun. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Jun. 2023 by Colin

Hi NickWe appreciate your great feedback and top score of 5/5! We hope that we can welcome you back again in the future.Best WishesColinOwner

3 out of 5

Posted by on 3 Jan. 2023

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5 out of 5
Great location, lovely clean and spacious apartments

Posted by on 13 Nov. 2022

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5 out of 5
Fabulous, and the bed was super comfortable

Posted by on 23 Sep. 2022

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5 out of 5
Recently renovated property and units. Also, friendly and efficient service. I would definitely stay again.

Posted by on 13 Feb. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

13 Feb. 2022 by jo

Thankyou Mary for your amazing review, it was a pleasure hosting you both and hope to see you again in the future. Kind Regards Jo

5 out of 5
Well cared for

Posted by on 20 May 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

20 May 2021 by jo

Thankyou for your amazing score , we strive to make every guest as comfortable as can be. Kind regards Jo

5 out of 5
Lovely motel, very clean and tidy, recently refurbished. Quiet grounds, good for kids!

Posted by , from Wellington, New Zealand on 11 Dec. 2020

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5 out of 5
Close to town. Rooms were clean and tidy. Helpful staff.

Posted by on 1 Mar. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Mar. 2020 by Oli

Thank you for your feedback. Regards, Raymond & Olivia

4 out of 5
Good location. Friendly staff. Room tidy clean and welcoming

Posted by on 19 Feb. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Mar. 2020 by Oli

Thank you for your feedback. Regards, Raymond & Olivia

Property Features

As a guest of 52 on Rifle Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and an arcade/game room. Public spaces have free WiFi. 52 on Rifle Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free. This 3.5-star Taupo motel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground on site
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

52 on Rifle Motel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Wardrobe or closet

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 7:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 7:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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

Hotel Names

  • 52 Rifle Motel Taupo
  • 52 Rifle Motel
  • 52 Rifle Taupo
  • 52 on Rifle Motel Motel
  • 52 on Rifle Motel Taupo
  • 52 on Rifle Motel Motel Taupo

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.