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Rainbow Point Motel

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

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Property entrance
BBQ/picnic area
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Bathroom sink
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle

Explore the area

Map
Corner Lake Terrace and Rainbow Drive, Taupo, 3330
  • Popular LocationTaupo Hot Springs4 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpa Thermal Park7 min drive

Room options

Exclusive Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Ensuite

7.5/10 Good

Highlights

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

Economy Studio Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

9.5/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Courtyard Area

7.5/10 Good

Highlights

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

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

8.5/10 Very Good

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Taupo

Rainbow Point Motel is located in Rainbow Point, a neighborhood 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
  • Spa Thermal Park - 7 min drive
  • Wairakei Geothermal Power Station - 8 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 roundtrip airport shuttle, a grocery/convenience store, 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 barbecue grills
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Rainbow Point Motel feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 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 transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee daily: NZD 10.00 for adults and NZD 10.00 for children

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Library

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • 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.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • No elevator (single level property)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • 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

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10.00 for adults and 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Airport Motel @ Rainbow Point Motel Taupo
Airport Motel @ Rainbow Point Motel
Airport @ Rainbow Point Taupo
Airport @ Rainbow Point
Rainbow Point Motel Taupo
Rainbow Point Taupo
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Rainbow Point Motel 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?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Rainbow Point Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–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 mi (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 traveler

Traveled 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 traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled 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 traveler

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 traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled 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 traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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 traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021