Rainbow Point Motel

2.5 star property
Suburban Taupo motel in Rainbow Point with free parking
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Rainbow Point Motel

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Property entrance
Terrace/patio
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Property entrance
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Rainbow Point Motel

8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Corner Lake Terrace and Rainbow Drive, Taupo, 3330
  • Popular LocationPloughmans Restaurant1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Taupo6 min walk
  • Popular LocationTwo Mile Bay Sailing Club9 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Landing Lake Taupo2 min drive
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Room options

Exclusive Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Ensuite

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Economy Studio Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Courtyard Area

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Private hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Taupo

Rainbow Point Motel is located in Rainbow Point, a neighbourhood in Taupo, and is in the suburbs and near the airport. The Landing Lake Taupo and Taupo Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Spa Thermal Park. A.C. Baths and Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 4 min drive
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 6 min drive
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 6 min drive
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 7 min drive
  • Spa Thermal Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Dixie Brown's - 6 min drive
  • Master of India - 6 min drive
  • Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - 4 min drive
  • Plateau - 6 min drive

About this property

Rainbow Point Motel

Motel located in Rainbow Point
At Rainbow Point Motel, you can look forward to a free return airport shuttle, a corner/local shop and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a TV in reception
  • Wedding services, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Rainbow Point Motel boast comforts, such as premium bedding, as well as
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Patios, microwaves and electric kettles

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM on request
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM–9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 10 for adults and NZD 10 for children

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; 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 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 10.00 for adults and from NZD 10.00 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Airport Motel @ Rainbow Point Motel Taupo
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Airport @ Rainbow Point Taupo
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Frequently asked questions

Is Rainbow Point Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Rainbow Point Motel?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rainbow Point Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rainbow Point Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Rainbow Point Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM on request.

Where is Rainbow Point Motel located?

Located in Rainbow Point, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Three Mile Bay and Lake Taupo. Four Mile Bay and The Landing Lake Taupo are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Rainbow Point Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 265 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 265 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 265 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 265 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 265 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Where do I start with this accommodation. Possibly the worst place I have ever stayed!! On arrival just after 12noon i went to reception and the dirty glass door was locked. The ripped paper sign announced that the reception was open 9.30am - 7pm. We rang the bell and about 5 minutes later 2 children in their pajamas answered the door. We asked to speak to their Dad. They ran and got their Mum who didn't appear to know what she was doing. She rang a person who sounded as if he were male. she asked me to pay and I informed her that I had already paid. She spoke in Indian the whole time she was on the phone. It says on their Expedia page that English is the spoken language. She gave me a key to the room and told me how to get there, She DID NOT give me a wifi password, parking instructions or any other information. On entering the room we found the furniture and furnishings to be all very dated . There were broken light bulbs, dirty stains on the wall, stained furniture, empty tissue box, no soap dish, mouldy ceiling, a very noisy heater, and not sure in the kitchen as I refused to use it. The only good thing for me were the clean sheets on our beds and the fluffy towels. Clearly not laundered in-house. The outside grounds were overgrown, the trampoline was ripped and broken, and the outdoor furniture in disrepair. I would not recommend that you stay here EVER!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
A little boy was at the reception when we arrived. He managed to find our room key by phoning an appropriate adult (assuming his dad). But couldn't help us much. My husband went back to the reception to ask WiFi password. Again the same thing the boy phoned the adult (owner/manager/dad) and took about 15mins to find out the password. However the manager popped in our unit later on and apologized.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

It was a pleasant place to stay but needs a bit of updating. Easy parking and nice welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, but not the floor. A firm bed ,very good sheets, but unpleasant cooking odours, window catches broken, light bulbs missing and an unwashed marked bath towel and no bath mat. Would not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is tired and old. It is badly in need of a revamp. Holes in walls and roof, mold around windows, threadbare towels and unfortunately like many NZ motels it now has long term residents. PLUS if you book with Wotif they won’t receive your booking as they no longer use this system! We were damn lucky they weren’t already full. My advice, look elsewhere!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Staff were very helpful and responsive to queries and concerns. Bathroom ceiling had terrible mould and there was a window blind on the floor of the bathroom (obviously had fallen down at some point and been left there). Several windows didn't open. There wasn't enough cutlery, plates or cups for the number of guests. Location was great but it feels as though it's time for a deep clean and paint job, as well as fixing up of general maintenance issues.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021