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Taihape Motels

Manawatu- Wanganui · New Zealand

Corner Kuku And Robin Street 1 Kuku StreetView location

8.0/10Excellent182 Reviews
Cleanliness8.4/108.4
Service8.6/108.6
Comfort8.2/108.2
Condition7.4/107.4
Amenities7.4/107.4
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About Taihape Motels

Taihape Motels is offering accommodations in Taihape. The motel has family rooms. The rooms come with an electric tea pot and a private bathroom with a shower, while some rooms also feature a kitchen equipped with a fridge. All rooms will provide guests with a microwave.

Palmerston North International Airport is 61 miles from the property.

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With a stay at Taihape Motel in Taihape, you'll be a 2-minute walk from Taihape Town Hall and 10 minutes by foot from Mt Stewart Reserve. This motel is 31.3 mi (50.4 km) from Tongariro National Park and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Taihape Gumboot.

Stay in one of 21 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • One child 4 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • 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

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Taihape Town Hall 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Mt Stewart Reserve 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Taihape Gumboot 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Mangaweka Adventure Co - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
National Army Museum Te Mata Toa 28.8 km / 17.9 mi
Rangatira Golf Club 35.1 km / 21.8 mi
Whitecliffs Boulders 39.8 km / 24.7 mi
Rangataua Forest 50.3 km / 31.2 mi
Tongariro National Park 50.4 km / 31.3 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 23
  • hotel
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
Upon availability

Room types

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  • STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    STANDARD

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    STUDIO STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: STU.ST

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  • DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOMDOUBLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOMDBL.FH

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Room code: DBL.FH

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    DOUBLE
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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBL.EY

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  • HOUSE THREE BEDROOMSHOUSE • THREE BEDROOMSCTG.B3

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    HOUSE
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    THREE BEDROOMS

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    HOUSE THREE BEDROOMS

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    Guests: 2–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 4
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    THREE BEDROOMS

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    Room code: CTG.B3

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  • STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BEDSTUDIO • QUEEN SIZE BEDSTU.QN

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: STU.QN

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    STANDARD

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBT.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Taihape Motels

8.0
Excellent
182 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.4 /10
Service
8.6 /10
Comfort
8.2 /10
Condition
7.4 /10
Amenities
7.4 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
Robert
Pros: Room was clean , Staff Helpful and Friendly,Parking at door...Got a room without breaking the bank
Cons: Shower showing signs of age, very small and needs a extractor fan....small window does open but cold when having shower......just a suggestion.
All and all great stay room warm, beds warm and comfortable......well worth the money paid......I have paid more for less at other places......Would be happy to stay there again if ever needed....Thoroughly recommend at a reasonable price
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2026
Lily
Is very outdated, but is clean, comfy and wall heaters and heat pump kept us warm over a cold night. Picked this for one night stay and was the cheapest around. I would stay again
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
04 May 2026
Craig
Comfortable bed, heat pump was welcome as it was a cool night. Needs a little bit more effort put into the maintenance, one of the windows was missing a window catch, but would stay again.
Friends
8/10
Excellent
16 Apr 2026
Helen
Older property but clean, comfortable bed and everything you need!
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2026
colin
Nice accomodation.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2026
Timothy
Great place to stay friendly staff clean and tidy handy to town. It’s my third time staying here and i will stay here again in the future.
6/10
Pleasant
03 Apr 2026
Vidhya
This is an old basic motel. Whilst the rooms had everything you needed, and were fairly clean, mattresses were terrible and we all had sore backs the next day with very little sleep.
Friends
6/10
Pleasant
18 Mar 2026
BRUCE
parking easy and free, shops and eating nearby, buildings and facilities older but clean.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2026
colin
Pleasant nights stay.
8/10
Excellent
15 Mar 2026
Carol
Good parking, handy to shops, clean room
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Mar 2026
Robin
Yes good parking amd shops very handy
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Mar 2026
Anthony
No hassle parking the tractor outside. Solid concrete walls on unit endured a quiet night. Nice touch with the fresh half pint of milk in a sealed glass bottle that was offered. Very suiting for the area.
8/10
Excellent
27 Feb 2026
Judy
Staff where curtious.
Room tidy
Would go back again
Friends
8/10
Excellent
20 Feb 2026
Delwyn
The room was spotless. The staff were friendly and efficient. It was a quiet motel with everything we needed.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Jan 2026
Philip
Yes
8/10
Excellent
07 Jan 2026
Rhys
Did not have breakfast
4/10
Poor
04 Jan 2026
John
Very tired, needs a paint, carpet filthy, hobs broken, not impressed, would not go back.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
01 Jan 2026
Fariz
The exterior of the building needs more love. Dust and cobwebs are evident. Interior carpet needs to be changed as it gives the room a dingy outlook. However, beds and wifi are
8/10
Excellent
31 Dec 2025
Heather
Ideal for an overnight stay, quick & easy sign in & getting keys even if we had arrived late. Lack of seating for 2 people. Bed very comfortable & warm. Thanks.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2025
Kevin
Yes
Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Nov 2025
D C
Clean, tidy room, pleasant staff and very handy location to shops and amenities
4/10
Poor
19 Nov 2025
Stephanie
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.
6/10
Pleasant
16 Nov 2025
Susan
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.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
14 Nov 2025
Richard
The staff members were friendly. The room was tidy and clean and met our needs.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
10 Sep 2025
Geoff
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.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
08 Sep 2025
Peter
Location and availability was important to me. Comfortable but not salubrious.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
20 Aug 2025
Grant
If was good
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
19 Aug 2025
Geoff
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8/10
Excellent
06 Aug 2025
Graeme
Shower head very low and very little pressure if this is addressed would be great as walking distance to amenities
Business
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2025
Frances
Good service
6/10
Pleasant
22 Jul 2025
Wilma
Clean and tidy but poorly heated
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
17 Jul 2025
Susan
A convenient stop to break our journey.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2025
Terry
it was conveneant
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jun 2025
Verified traveler

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.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025
D
Lovely thanking yous beautiful spot lovely kind service thank u 😊
Partner
4/10
Poor
03 Jun 2025
Mike
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.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
28 May 2025
Kristoffer Jan
I like how tidy it is but the Wifi Connection is very poor.
8/10
Excellent
16 May 2025
Murray
Perfect for what we needed. Very comfortable bed.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2025
Mele
Beautiful property
Business_and_leisure
8/10
Excellent
30 Apr 2025
ADRIAAN
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.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Apr 2025
Doreen o
The host was very pleasant and helpful but just wanted to see some planting in the garden boxes to improve the outside areas
Leisure Pet
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2025
Christine
Great value, perfect for a short stay, good communication, and easy when travelling with a pet. Thanks
Leisure Pet
8/10
Excellent
02 Mar 2025
Graham
Adequate for one night
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2025
Maree
It’s was suitable for me as I was able to cook my own breakfast
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
23 Dec 2024
Wendy
This property was older but clean and tidy. The bed was comfortable the sheets crispy clean. I rang ahead to let the staff know we’d be late, they were very accommodating. No surprises here was exactly what I was expecting, we appreciated a place to stay for the night after halfway through a long trip.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
01 Nov 2024
Elaine
Very poor condition, needed a really good clean. Ok for a night, wouldnt go back.
But appreciated finding somewhere that was dog friendly.
Leisure Pet
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
Belinda

Cool place

Brilliant, motel is across the road from a shop the sells yummy chai masala and samosas! Great
Self
6/10
Pleasant
14 Oct 2024
Endurance Agencies
ok property for the price. Would stay there again. Thanks
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
20 Sep 2024
Catherine
Staff were kind and helpful
8/10
Excellent
17 Sep 2024
Kata
I enjoyed the nice laid back way the owners just left us to enjoy our visit
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
24 Aug 2024
Donna
Seamless check-in but the room needed a serious upgrade. Heat pump struggled to work, fridge froze our milk, and the condition of the room was not worth what we paid. Ok if there’s nowhere else to stay.
Business_and_leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2024
colin

Nice stay

friendly staff, nice stay.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2024
Kata
Bbh
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2024
colin

Nice stay.

Great!
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jul 2024
Grant
Perfectly adequate, nothing wrong with it,
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2024
Gyaneshwar
Good
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Jun 2024
Hannah
Even though the unit is dated and would benefit hugely with $ spent to upgrade them, they were clean, with all amenities supplied and helpful staff.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2024
Jay
Apart from a bit of noise our stay was good value for what you pay and excellent staff that made sure we were sorted.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2024
Jamie
Great stay after a long drive clean and comfy facilities, will stay again
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2024
Ken
It is one of the few hotels or motels with comfortable seating
Self
6/10
Pleasant
22 Apr 2024
Steve
Plenty of parking. The old house that I was in was run down and cold. The unprofessionally laid carpet was a tripping point and the doors were hard to close. Amateurish repairs were evident in many areas.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
21 Mar 2024
Ali
Property was very dated. Appliances did not work safely (electric jug leaked and did not switch off),
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Mar 2024
Sir Kim
It's basic accommodation, and I'm not complaining. It is what I expected at the price.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2024
Annette
we had a nice stay
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
07 Jan 2024
Lesley
It was a place to rest our heads at the end of the day, which is what we needed.
Pretty run down.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2024
Sue
This was a real comfortable room
It was scrupulously clean
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
01 Jan 2024
Gloria
Bathroom not enough room, no sink for dishes etc, not enough bench space,. Towels very rough. I have a medical and the bathroom by the basin there was very limited room.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2023
Lung-Chun
A quiet country side. Spacious kitchen area.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Nov 2023
Harry
Older units lacking modern amenities ( shower poor pressure,) mirror too high , no microwave utensils
Good towels
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2023
Ken
Old but comfortable. One of the few motel rooms with a comfortable chair.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
19 Oct 2023
Marama
Did not like the rooms beds looked like the covers were just pulled over the beds hadn't been changed... the shower was like dripping 😩 couldnt even trun.up the hot water was just warm
Leisure Pet
8/10
Excellent
07 Oct 2023
John
Not the most modern motel, but clean and good value for an overnight stay.
Leisure Pet
8/10
Excellent
14 Sep 2023
Yolanda
We found it clean and tidy
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jul 2023
Nick
It was a average place to stay
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
16 Jul 2023
Verified traveler
Ok
Friends_and_family Family

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Taihape Motels
Corner Kuku And Robin Street 1 Kuku Street, Taihape, New Zealand

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