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Sails Motor Lodge: Traveler Reviews

3.0 of 5
138 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand (Formerly Quality Inn Sails Taupo)
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Sails Motor Lodge
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Wellington, New Zealand
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20 reviews 20 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Handy Locale and Welcoming”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013

We stayed 9 days. First time at this motel even tho we have stayed in Taupo many times. Our hosts made us welcome. We had adjoining units at the rear elevated part of the complex as another adult family member joined us. The lake view was almost perfect except for lamppost on the street!
Tidy units with standard studio supplies and almost soundproof, but as we in top units dont know about people below. Under floor heating, but no air conditioning unfortunately so very hot at night for sleeping. The hosts provided a fan....lovely! Parking is tight in some spaces.
Overall everyone most obliging and friendly. Distance from the town was a nice walking distance, or car if wet. No swimming pool or playing area, but this was not a downer for us! Thanks to our hosts Karen and Richard.

Room Tip: Quieter at the back units. There are two apartment units and they look to be the answer for family a...
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Hamilton, New Zealand
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12 reviews 12 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Very accommodating with beautiful lake views.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 16, 2012 via mobile

Great stay whilst on business in Taupo. The managers left the unit all ready for my arrival as it was late in the evening. Nice warm under floor bathroom tiles. Very quiet as the bedroom was back from the road. Beautiful lake views.

  • Stayed November 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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24 reviews 24 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Family friendly, great location.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 12, 2012

Karen was a friendly host that looked after our every need beyond the ordinary motel. They even found some toys and activities for our little boy. The lake view room was awesome. The position on the lake is fantastic. It is probably a 20min walk to town, but the distance does make it quieter and is no problem with a car.

Karen and Richard deserve to be praised for the operation.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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10 reviews 10 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“comfortable and clean”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 27, 2012

We stayed here overnight on our way from Wellington to Rototura. The folks were friendly and helpful at reception and check in was quick. I liked being not quite so close to the centre of town - things were a little quieter. The view of the lake was awesome - to wake up and see Lake Taupo spreading out before me was marvellous. We had a room at the front of the property and it's a bit noisy with traffic noise - I'd stay here again, but make sure that I had a room further back, but that still had a view.

Room Tip: Get a room at the rear - the rooms at the front have great views, but they're noisy
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  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Sydney, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Spacious and very comfortable”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 3, 2012

We stayed here after being recommended by the very helpful lady at the information bureau.
Booked the 2 bedroom apartment at the rear of the property but being upstairs gave a fabulous view of the lake. Richard was most helpful and friendly at check in. Everything was clean and in perfect condition, all the appliances we used worked, free wifi a great bonus to catch up emails etc. a little more than we planned to spend at $280 a night but if you were two couples or a family then great value. Nevertheless worth the extra for the comfort and space.

Room Tip: If there are 4 of you definitely ask for the 2 bed apartment upstairs
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  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about Sails Motor Lodge

Also Known As:
Quality Inn Sails Taupo Hotel
Quality Inn Sails Taupo Hotel Taupo
Taupo Quality Inn
Address: 138 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand (Formerly Quality Inn Sails Taupo)
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Taupo
Amenities:
Business Center Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#8 Family Hotels in Taupo
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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