Dunrovin Motel

About this place

Dunrovin Motel is a small, garden-set motel at 140 Te Heuheu Street in Taupō Town, and describes itself as one of Taupō's original motels. The units have been renovated with new kitchenettes and bathrooms. All are self-contained, air-conditioned and on the ground floor with private entry - a practical arrangement for guests moving gear in and out.

Unit types

Seven room types are offered, ranging from single-night studios to family units:

• Standard Studio - kitchenette with microwave, fridge, hob, sink and crockery; sleeps 2
• Superior Spa Studio - tiled bathroom with walk-in shower and spa bath, heat pump; sleeps 3
• King Suite - purpose-built super king unit with an accessible bathroom and height-modified bench and sink; sleeps 2
• Standard Unit (one bedroom) - kitchenette with hobs and dishwasher; sleeps 2
• Standard Unit Plus - one bedroom plus an extra single in the lounge; sleeps 3
• Deluxe Unit 2 Bedroom - queen plus two singles, separate lounge; sleeps 4
• Deluxe Family Unit - two bedrooms plus two further singles in the lounge on request; sleeps 6

All units have kitchenette facilities, smart TVs, tea and coffee making, heat pumps or air conditioning, and high-speed Wi-Fi. There is ample off-street parking, most units look onto the gardens, and BBQ facilities are available. The motel also runs a small on-site antiques and collectables shop.

Accessibility

Dunrovin markets a wheelchair-accessible room with wide doorways to bedroom and bathroom, a walk-in shower, bathroom railings, a configurable bed on request and an uncluttered layout with space for equipment. That is worth noting for organisers with accessibility requirements in a delegate group.

Meetings and groups

There is no conference or meeting room on site, and no restaurant or bar. Dunrovin is straightforward delegate and crew accommodation for events held elsewhere in Taupō. The mix of studios and multi-bedroom units gives some flexibility for share arrangements, and self-catering kitchenettes suit longer stays or contract crews. Reception operates 8am to 10pm and the motel is open year round.

Location

The motel sits roughly 700m from the Taupō town centre and about 500m from Lake Taupō, with Taupō Airport around 7km away. That places delegates within an easy walk of the town's cafes, restaurants and central venues, and close to the lakefront.

Suitability

A modest, tidy and economical option for business travellers, contractors and event or sporting groups who need self-contained ground-floor units, on-site parking and a short walk into town. Browse more Taupō accommodation.