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Sails On The Lake

3.5 star property
Lakefront motel in Taupo with free parking

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One Bedroom Lake View Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 409
SAR 473 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May

Room options

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32-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV

One Bedroom Lake View Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Lake view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Spa Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Spa Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Lake view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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32-inch LCD TV with premium channels, TV

One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
138 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Sails On The Lake

Motel near Taupo Hot Springs
Located close to Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp, Sails On The Lake provides a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Sails On The Lake feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters

Languages

Dutch, English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Best Western Sails Motor
Best Western Sails Motor Lodge
Best Western Sails Motor Lodge Taupo
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Sails Lake Motel Taupo
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Sails Motor
Quality Inn Sails Taupo Hotel Taupo
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Frequently asked questions

Is Sails On The Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sails On The Lake?

As of 25 Rabiʻ II 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sails On The Lake on 9 Jumada I 2025 start from $127.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sails On The Lake?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sails On The Lake?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sails On The Lake?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sails On The Lake located?

Located in Taupō Central, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp, Taupo Museum and Art Gallery, and Taupo Hot Springs.

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Sails On The Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 473 out of 709 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 709 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 709 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 709 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 709 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Has a beautiful view, nice facilities and easy check in/out
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great position across from the lake. Lovely staff and room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and just across from the lake for a swim.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Views of the Lake and very spacious units.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANJA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice lake view, had everything we needed, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, value for money and wonderful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great room and view, and bed and sofa was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

A n Ross no hassles facility that has all you need for a refreshing holiday. Close to restaurants and stunning views of Lake Taupo and Mountains in the background. This is our third visit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was equipped with a kitchenette and they had a grill on site. It was close to amenities. The lake view was wonderful we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was nice and comfy! Great proximity to town centre.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely apartment with all the facilities you may need. The beach is just across the road and the town is short walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A bit of mould in the bathroom and generally needs a bit of a spruce up. Couch was very uncomfortable but bed was nice and plenty of room. Lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lakefront views

Clean and functional apartment style accommodation with lakefront views. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location across the road from the lake. Very helpful friendly owner. Compact but got everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This beachfront property had all the required amenities and was conveniently located right opposite the beach. The rooms were cozy and well-maintained, and plenty of parking was available.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, convenient
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was nice and quiet. Great view over the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly manager, great view, great location, very nice room, spa bath.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice quick visit in Taupo

Quick and easy check in, convenient off street parking, clean and comfortable room with view of the lake across the road. Had everything we needed for a nice night during our couple of days in Taupo.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay