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Aspen Court Taihape

Manawatu- Wanganui · New Zealand

27 Mataroa Road State Highway 1View location

9.4/10Excellent479 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.4/109.4
Location9.0/109.0
Neighborhood8.4/108.4
Value9.2/109.2
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About Aspen Court Taihape

Aspen Court Taihape provides luxury accommodations in a peaceful setting between Taupo and Wellington. All rooms include satellite TV and a 2-person hot tub. Free Wi-Fi is included.

The modern rooms at Taihape Aspen Court feature air conditioning and heating, underfloor heating in the kitchen and bathroom areas, and full kitchen facilities. All rooms are serviced daily. Facilities include a children's playground, guest laundry and free car parking. Continental and cooked breakfasts are available.

Located in the Rangitikei district, Aspen Court Taihape is less than an hour’s drive to Mt Ruapehu and the ski resort of Turoa. Aspen Court Taihape is located 1. 5 hours’ drive from Taupo and 3 hours’ drive from Wellington.

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With a stay at Aspen Court Motel Taihape, you'll be centrally located in Taihape, just a 3-minute walk from Taihape Gumboot and 6 minutes by foot from Mt Stewart Reserve.

This ski motel is 30.6 mi (49.2 km) from Tongariro National Park and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Taihape Town Hall. Make yourself at home in one of the 16 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with stovetops and microwaves. Your Select Comfort bed comes with premium bedding.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available

Important information

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    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • 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 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
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Taihape Gumboot 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Mt Stewart Reserve 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Taihape Town Hall 1 km / 0.6 mi
Mangaweka Adventure Co - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
National Army Museum Te Mata Toa 27.7 km / 17.2 mi
Rangatira Golf Club 36 km / 22.3 mi
Whitecliffs Boulders 40.6 km / 25.2 mi
Rangataua Forest 49.1 km / 30.5 mi
Tongariro National Park 49.2 km / 30.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 16
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wired Internet
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • LaunderetteExtra charge
  • GardenExtra charge
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  • Terrace
  • Newspapers
  • BBQ facilities
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Restaurant
  • Children playground
  • Spa centreExtra charge
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Golf practice facilityExtra charge
Meal plans

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room code: STU.1B

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    KING BED ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: SUI.B1-KG

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room code: APT.B2

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  • STUDIO WITH DOUBLE BEDSTUDIO • WITH DOUBLE BEDSTU.DB

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: STU.DB

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Aspen Court Taihape

9.4
Excellent
479 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Location
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.4 /10
Value
9.2 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
28 Jul 2026
Rajiv
We have been here a few times. Usually the property is clean but this time around there was a lingering smell of sweat & smoke in the room. The reception host was also impatient & condescending when I called to inform them that we will be checking in late. Other than that it was a pleasant stay. We have an awesome time on Mt. Ruapehu.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2026
Rhyne
BEST HOTEL EVER, its just an hour away from turoa
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Greg
Lovely place to stay!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2026
Richard
Smooth easy check in. Very helpful manage allowed us to change rooms as I hadn't reserved an accessible room - Thank you!
Excellent rooms, very clean, comfortable & warm.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Belkes
stayed for a night and was great!
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2026
Gary
Great facilities
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2026
Lisa
Fantastic room - loads of space, very clean and very comfortable. Lovely and quiet at night
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2026
Lisa
It was a pleasure to stay at the Aspen Court! Nice, clean, large rooms. Very comfortable. Very glad that we've booked another night next week!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Christian
Great stop for overnight stay. Nice size family room. Clean and tidy. Definitely recommend for families.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2026
Rowan
Spacious clean and plenty of parking. Excellent
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2026
mike
Great spacious room at a good rate. Gentleman at check in was a very nice man. Thanks
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
Andrea
Room was clean and a generous size. The kitchenette had everything we needed to cook a meal in. Thx team
8/10
Excellent
01 Mar 2026
Christopher
Handy location for our particular travel plan
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2026
Bruce
Great location just along from Tesla ev chargers
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2026
Jennifer
Nice bright room. Clean
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2026
Gordon
Everything was really good, staff, cleanliness parking etc. only stayed one night .
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2026
Susan
All of the above
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2026
David
The room was great. A couple of things were starting to get a bit tired, The TV was old and only playing some dodgy Sky channels. The mirror is starting to de-silver around the edges. I love the fact that all the road facing glass is double glazed, once closed up all road noise is gone. Overall, very clean and tidy and the aircon works! Big bonus.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jan 2026
Gillian
The room was large and well equipped. The spa barh was great.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Dec 2025
Hemanth
Good value for the money, big space for family of 4 adults and free parking
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2025
Ele
Lovely gentleman a reception was very helpful, the room was huge and immaculate. Would definitely stay again
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2025
Colin
Room was clean and quiet. Staff were friendly and service was quick & easy.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Dec 2025
Bronwyne
Room was clean. Had everything we needed. Staff was helpful.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
Ian Prince
This is the nicest motel we have stayed in for a while
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2025
Lynn
We had everything we needed for our stay in the beautiful large unit. Lovely and clean. This is always our motel of choice in Taihapi for the last 15+ years. We will be back. Thank you.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2025
Zoe
Nice and clean unit, good parking
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2025
Barrie
The unit was excellent, well stocked and clean. However the man on reception did not have a very welcoming manner. I'm not saying he was not efficient in issuing the key. A smile would have been nice.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
Andrew
Great
6/10
Pleasant
17 Sep 2025
MARY ANN
The toilet didn't flush. The grounds were untidy. I've stayed before and it's gone downhill since my last stay.



Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2025
Colleen
Checking in was very pleasant. The Owners were very friendly and helpful and welcoming.

Accommodation was excellent.

Only improvement would be some technology plugs for the work desk area.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2025
Verified traveler

Highly recommend for family as well

Really nice. Very comfortable, has all facilities, cooking etc and perfect for family to stay over. We stayed on our way back to Wellington from Whakapapa fir a night. It is spacious and clean. Recommend
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Aug 2025
Lynn
We have stayed here many times over the past 15 years. The mattresses are getting very soft, like past their best now. Slight mould on some window sills, not good for family asthma. Very old smoke smelling reception area. Still very good rooms and service. Good value and friendly people.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2025
Rachel
We were just stopping for the night on our way north from Wellington. Huge room with super comfy beds. Lovely and warm despite the chilly overnight temps. Would definitely stay again
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2025
Jessica
Clean and quiet.
8/10
Excellent
07 Jul 2025
Jane
Comfy bed and very spacious.
Coffee upgrade would be good.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2025
Raylene
I liked the view of nature out the back window
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2025
Daryl
A short distance from the town but a great place to stay. Really nice room, quiet, safe, peaceful. Easy check in and check out.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2025
Kevin
Clean and tidy. Spacious room.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2025
Margaret
Clean tidy well maintained. Grounds were well maintained. Staff were lovely and very welcoming. Definitely book again
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2025
Christine
Lovely big unit, very warm.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2025
Tania
Warm and cosy, clean and comfortable. Best bath spa in a Long time.
8/10
Excellent
24 Apr 2025
Michelle
Friendly and clean. A convenient stop travelling south. Clean room, quiet location. Recommend dinner at the local pub. Would have liked a softer pillow though, mattress ok.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2025
Verified traveler

Great nights sleep

Clean and tidy, awesome please to stay. Lovely hosts and a great nights sleep
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
23 Apr 2025
Diana
We had a unit closer to the road than previous experience, and it was very noisy all night with the trucks going pass.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2025
Cassandra
It's obvious that the owners take pride in their motel. We really enjoyed our stay :)
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2025
Hilary
Thanks for a pleasant stay.
I’d forgotten Taihape is on the main trunk line, and as a light sleeper, I did wake when a goods train went past. But I slept well in between.
The bed was very comfortable and a very good size.

Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2025
Farik
I WILL RECOMMEND FOR A FRIEND.
8/10
Excellent
11 Apr 2025
Peter
TV only had 3 channels. It was close to road with trucks going by.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2025
Lawrence
We have stayed here twice. Large rooms, very clean and comfortable. Nice and quiet. Will definitely stay again when the need arises.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Mar 2025
Rhonda
Price was good. There was no hot plate to cook on in this particular unit.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
05 Mar 2025
Anthony

Good

It was quiet, clean and comfortable.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Feb 2025
Gary
okay for a one night stopover.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2025
Donald
Quiet and safe able to walk to the town
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2025
Pam
Tidy and clean inside.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2025
Jeff
Very clean and comfortable place to stay.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2025
James
Very spacious & comfortable & good facilities
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2025
Catherine
Beautiful large room, well maintained. Would stay again
Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Dec 2024
Qian

Great family stay

Great family stay! Spacious room. Good location and wonderful view from the lookout opposite the motel.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Dec 2024
Julia
A good stopover point when travelling. Welcoming and good basic facilities.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
Claire
Central clean & comfortable
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
Kay
This motel would be one of the best we have ever stayed in. Apart from the grumpy reception man we encounted who certainly was not welcoming the unit was just lovely. Very well appointed and spotlessly clean, great spa bath and comfortable bed. A very nice friendly cleaning lady greeted us in the morning which was great.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2024
Matthew
Not much to say, except it was nice clean and well presented
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Dec 2024
Francie
Traveling north from Wellington perfect overnight stay
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2024
June
Shower/bath was outdated for people in their 80s. Access was difficult.
Plenty of hot water.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2024
Kelly
Clean, and comfortable rooms and beds, beautiful property.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Nov 2024
Angela
It was the lagest room have stayed in and hhad tv in bedroom which was so convienient beds comfortable
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2024
David
We loved our stay here, the room was great and clean and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
18 Nov 2024
Tony
The room was spacious and clean, but the bed was very soft. Slept OK, but you moved, all moved.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2024
SF
Nice big room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2024
Roddena
Had a really good overnight stay here, wish we could have stayed longer. Would highly recommend
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2024
Fiona
Used for work. Nice grounds and comfortable rooms
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
28 Oct 2024
Fiona
I always use aspen when travelling for work. Nice environment, peaceful and quiet.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2024
Debra

Great!

Very comfortable
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2024
Glenn

Great hotel to break up the drive.

Very well maintained, comfortable motel. Would definitely stay here again.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2024
Rajiv
Safe, clean, easy parking.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2024
Kelly
Great facilities, we often stay here, rooms are lovely, clean and comfortable.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2024
Raymond
Very clean and spacious, great parking, well appointed without a doubt the place to stay in Taihape.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2024
Mary
Lots of space for parking v quiet spacious units
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Sep 2024
Darren
Loved the whole place.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2024
Stephanie
Clean, safe, reliable - great place to stay!
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2024
Johan
Enjoyed a slightly old fashioned property with everything we needed- comfortable, warm, clean
Fitted our needs perfectly
Staff were great
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Aug 2024
Donna
How have I not stayed here before? We had a 1 bedroom unit which is huge! Underfloor heating in the kitchen and bathroom, huge spa bath, lots of hot water, comfy beds and pillows, two tvs, Sky Channels and super clean! Very much worth what we paid and will definitely stay here again.
Business_and_leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Aug 2024
Marianne
Had a very nice 2night stay The bed was very comfortable the place was clean and tidy Will be back thank you
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Aug 2024
Mark
Had an issue with ants in the bed. Once cleared off and after a bit of bug spray, everything else was fine.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2024
Mia
This is the second time staying at Aspen Court, my family and I enjoy our stay every time. We will definitely return in the future.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2024
Stan
Aspen is a really good place to stay in Taihape. We liked the studio unit with the spa!
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2024
Eric
Easy to find
8/10
Excellent
02 May 2024
Ariana
Was a great short stay, spa bath didn’t work but was still lovely
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
29 Apr 2024
Peter
Clean, large rooms, helpful staff.
8/10
Excellent
06 Apr 2024
sal
No problems. Don’t think the older man on reception wanted to be there at all.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2024
David
Location,tidiness and clean.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Mar 2024
Warwick
Large comfortable unit. Handy to the Steak Restaurant
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2024
Peter
Excellent
10/10
Exceptional
12 Mar 2024
Paul
Clean and tidy. Reasonably priced and handy to a nice restaurant
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Mar 2024
elizabeth
Comfortable, clean, convenient, quiet, helpful and friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2024
Denise
Clean and quiet with excellent facilities. Highly recommended
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2024
Kay
A great place to stop when travelling down the island. Roomy, bright and very clean.
A convenient eatery just down the road.
Recommend
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2024
Warwick
Always stay here when in Taihape. Roomy, clean and comfortable
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2024
Rachel
Rooms were Great! Pleanty of space and massive bathroom/bath. Was very happy with how clean it was!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2024
Melanie
Very well maintained and supplied property. It was clean and had a well stocked kitchen. We were supplied with a little bottle of whole fresh milk for tea on checkin. Rooms were spacious. There were hangers for our clothing. Hosts were nice. I loved the heat lamp in the bathroom as it gets cold at night when I like to bathe. Perfect for our one night stay!
Leisure Family

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Aspen Court Taihape
27 Mataroa Road State Highway 1, Taihape, New Zealand

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