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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Overview of Silver Fern Lodge

Silver Fern Lodge

2.5 star property
Suburban motel with restaurant, near Lake Taupo

8.2/10 Very good

414 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
Map
118 Tamamutu Street, Taupo, 3330
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Microwave in a common area
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
Cleaning & safety
  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-in
  • Hand sanitiser provided
  • Personal protective equipment

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About this area

What's nearby

  • Heart of Taupo
  • Lake Taupo - 1 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 9 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
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About this property

Silver Fern Lodge

Motel in the city centre
At Silver Fern Lodge, you can look forward to a round-trip airport shuttle, a terrace and a garden. The on-site café, Breakfast Room, features Modern European cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
  • Bike parking, access to a nearby indoor pool and smoke-free property
  • A water dispenser, luggage storage and bike tour information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the overall value
Room features
All guest rooms at Silver Fern Lodge include perks, such as Laptop workspace and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as complimentary wireless Internet access and soundproofing. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Blackout curtains, restaurant dining guides and guidebooks
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

Languages

English, Hindi

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place
Contactless room service is available.

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitiser provided
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 28 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2:00 PM until 8:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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 front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (aged 4 years old and younger) stays free per registered adult when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • On-site parking only available on request
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
  • On-site parking is limited
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No alcohol served on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay free
  • Children's games

What to do

  • Bike tour information
  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2000
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Bike parking

Accessibility

  • Accessible bathroom
  • In-room accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Cleaning supplies

Special features

Dining

Breakfast Room – This café specialises in Modern European cuisine and only serves breakfast. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children (approximately)
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 35 per person (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 25 per night
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 5 and 16 costs NZD 35 (one-way)
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; masks are required in public areas.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast.

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

This property does not have lifts.

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Silver Fern Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Silver Fern Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
How much does it cost to stay at Silver Fern Lodge?
As of 20 August 2022, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silver Fern Lodge on 4 September 2022 start from €58, 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.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Silver Fern Lodge?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Silver Fern Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Silver Fern Lodge?
Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Silver Fern Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 35 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Silver Fern Lodge?
You can check in from 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Silver Fern Lodge and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, cave exploring and ecotours. Enjoy amenities such as a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Silver Fern Lodge?
Yes, Breakfast Room offers Modern European cuisine. Nearby restaurants include Kefi (7-min walk), The Bistro (7-min walk) and Thai Delight (7-min walk).
What's the area around Silver Fern Lodge like?
Silver Fern Lodge is in the heart of Taupo, a short 11-minute walk from Lake Taupo and 14 minutes' walk from Taupo Museum and Art Gallery. Travellers say that this motel is in a good location.

Overall score and ratings

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.9/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
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6/10 Good

Wotif listing had both a restaurant and room service listed. Neither are available.
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mike, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stay here
Everything was excellent. Great staff. Comfortable aircon. Quiet. Nice bed. Good location to walk everywhere. Big communal kitchen, don't hear it inside your room.
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Always a great stay at this property Clean room and bathroom Comfy bed Awesome shared kitchen Great view from room Value for money Nice accomodating staff Definite recommend 👍
Shona, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gregor, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was great.
Vinayak, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A definite recommend.. Great venue in good location.. Lovely clean room & amenities and staff are top notch
Shona, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Recommend this property Clean nice room with helpful staff
Shona, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Barry, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff members and spacious room!!
Natalie, 1-night romance trip
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