Silver Fern Lodge

3.0 star property

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A two-story building with a sign reading "Silver Fern Lodge".
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a bench, and a view of the outside.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows offering a view.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees and buildings.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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118 Tamamutu Street, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Two bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family room with city view

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive room lake view

7.8 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Three Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard room with shared bathroom

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room With City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Silver Fern Lodge

A restaurant, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this smoke-free motel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.
Silver Fern Lodge offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Taupō motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Silver Fern Lodge. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Taupō. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and dry cleaning service.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the café
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
  • 11 minutes by foot from Lake Taupō and a 2-minute drive from Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Silver Fern Lodge.

This 3-star Taupō motel is smoke free.

Onsite venue - This café specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves breakfast only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2000
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.15 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 35 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 35 (one-way), (from 5 to 16 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.15 percent

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Silver Fern Lodge offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 5:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive lockbox information.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Silver Fern Lodge.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Silver Fern Lodge
Silver Fern Lodge Taupo
Silver Fern Taupo
Silver Fern Lodge Motel
Silver Fern Lodge Taupo
Silver Fern Lodge Motel Taupo

Silver Fern Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 902 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 902 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 902 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 902 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 902 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fou

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoy staying here git money worth We will come bk again Thnk you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sayed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great property king size bed wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to town. Easy check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness
The shower and toilet block was clean and the showers were really good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

ravikash

Perfect location great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value. Room had everything needed. Good bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lynette

Was a quiet place to stay. Bed was comfortable and room was tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Much much better than we expected . Room was spacious , great kitchen in building for guests . Lovely Lake view .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very happy with my stay, the room was clean and tidy. Happy with check in and great to have under cover parking. I would stay there again and recommend it to my friends and family
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't see the lake from our room, but that didn't matter. Facilities were good. More than adequate for the 2 of us. Walking distance to both lake a d towm. An enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good affordable place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good solid accommodation option close to the centre of Palmy, convenient parking right outside the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was ok for the price. The bed was very hard, the fan in the bathroom had to go on when you turn on the light and it was extremely noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable, fabulous location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tane

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent stay no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Prashant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning was working and kitchen was cleaned everyday at 10AM
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nuannang

Nof service for 3 day
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness
Great specious and tidy room at a great rate would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

qaswara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, good kitchen facility. In main city so just walking dostance to all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient walk to Taupo and around the corner from local conveniences. There is a Lake view in that you can see the lake just about over the buildings across the road but not what I'd call a selling point. Experience was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Shanei

it was a convenient stay being so close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madiha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations were well-maintained, and the staff provided excellent service, contributing to a pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025