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Taihape Motel

2.5 star property

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Standard Room
Basic Shared Dormitory | Living area
Family Suite | Private kitchen
Classic Studio Suite
Standard Room | Room amenity

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr

Explore the area

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1 Kuku St, Taihape, Manawatu-Wanganui, 4720
  • Place, Taihape Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Taihape Gumboot
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mt Stewart Reserve
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Family Suite | Private kitchen

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Studio Suite

Classic Studio Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Twin Room

Exclusive Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory

Basic Shared Dormitory

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Taihape

Taihape Motel places you steps from Taihape Town Hall and within a 10-minute stroll of Mt Stewart Reserve. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas. On weekday mornings continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Taihape motel include Taihape Gumboot and Mangaweka Adventure Co -.
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What's nearby

  • Taihape Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Taihape Gumboot - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mt Stewart Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 51 min drive - 74.0 km
  • Turoa Ski Area - 61 min drive - 93.3 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brown Sugar Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Soul Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crystal Bar Tearooms & Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gretna Hotel And Pub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Taihape Motel

WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Taihape motel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Taihape Motel offers 21 accommodations with free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekday continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15 to 20 per person

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20.00 per pet, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per day.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20 per day

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Taihape Motel Motel
Taihape Motel Taihape
Taihape Motel Motel Taihape

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Taihape Motel?

Taihape Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Taihape Motel?

As of 15 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Taihape Motel on 2 Apr 2026 start from AU$76, including 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.

Is parking available at Taihape Motel?

Yep, Taihape Motel has a free self car park.

Does Taihape Motel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Taihape Motel?

No, Taihape Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Taihape Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Taihape Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 160 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

David & Joanna

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

D C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, tidy room, pleasant staff and very handy location to shops and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
They came in to clean my room when i was staying 3 days A cat pist in my car vent Run by 4 indian men that i saw The toilet and shower were tiny. And the shower was low pressure Other wise taihape was a nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful. Motel was orderly and well kept. The room was clean enough and had the amenities needed for our stay. It wasn’t fancy, but would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The staff members were friendly. The room was tidy and clean and met our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Murray

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Disliked: Amenities
No hot water in unit 10. I paid extra for a private bathroom, and couldn’t have a shower because of the absence of hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and availability was important to me. Comfortable but not salubrious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shower head very low and very little pressure if this is addressed would be great as walking distance to amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Wilma

Clean and tidy but poorly heated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A convenient stop to break our journey.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was conveneant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Taihape Motel.

Good little Motel but we felt a little cramped. It could do with a better armchair which was so low it was hard to get out off. Seemed like it's feer had fallen off. Bigger mugs and three, not two, would be helpful. We appreciated the ellectric blankets.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely thanking yous beautiful spot lovely kind service thank u 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old. Worn out chairs, very old decor and appliances...looks like original 60s shower with poor water pressure - had to run around to get wet! Budget heat pump that took ages to warm the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristoffer Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I like how tidy it is but the Wifi Connection is very poor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Murray

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect for what we needed. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ADRIAAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was all there, but somewhat quaint and cute; a taste of the good old days. The heatpump was old and ineffective, but the bed was supremely comfortable. An enjoyable one night stay for one person. André.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025