Taihape Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Taihape with free parking

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Exclusive Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Suite | Private kitchen
Exterior
Classic Studio Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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

Family Suite

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

Standard Room

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

Classic Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exclusive Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Taihape

Taihape Motel places you next to Taihape Town Hall and within a 10-minute walk of Mt Stewart Reserve. This 21-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Taihape Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Taihape Gumboot - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mt Stewart Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mangaweka Adventure Co - - 7 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • National Army Museum Te Mata Toa - 26 min drive - 23.1 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brown Sugar Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Soul Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gretna Hotel And Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Al Centro - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Taihape Motel

Motel in Taihape with free parking
Guests of Taihape Motel enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

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 elevator

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 available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for NZD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

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

Is free cancellation available at Taihape Motel?

Taihape Motel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Taihape Motel?

This motel is located in Taihape, just steps from Taihape Town Hall. You'll also find Mt Stewart Reserve and Taihape Gumboot less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Taihape Motel?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Taihape Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, Taihape Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Taihape Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Taihape Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Taihape Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Taihape Motel offers continental breakfast on weekday mornings for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Taihape Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Taihape Motel for a fee of NZD 20.00 per pet, per day.

Does Taihape Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Taihape Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Taihape Motel.

Taihape Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 140 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Terry

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

8/10 Good

Doreen o

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The host was very pleasant and helpful but just wanted to see some planting in the garden boxes to improve the outside areas
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Parshant

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, perfect for a short stay, good communication, and easy when travelling with a pet. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Adequate for one night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s was suitable for me as I was able to cook my own breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nikki

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Traveled with group
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Traveled with partner
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Elaine

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very poor condition, needed a really good clean. Ok for a night, wouldnt go back. But appreciated finding somewhere that was dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cool place

Brilliant, motel is across the road from a shop the sells yummy chai masala and samosas! Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Endurance Agencies

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
ok property for the price. Would stay there again. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Staff were kind and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024