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Judges Pool Motel

3.5 star property
Mountain fun near downhill skiing

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Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
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Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Property grounds
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Explore the area

Map
92 Taupahi Road, Turangi, 3334
  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • River Vineyard
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Apartment 1 Bedroom (Deck)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Comfort Double Room Single Use

Comfort Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Turangi

At Judges Pool Motel you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from River Vineyard. Highlights at this ski motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and ski storage. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Turangi motel include Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupo.
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What's nearby

  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • River Vineyard - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 18 min drive - 25.1 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Licorice Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thyme For Food - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Coffee Shop - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Judges Pool Motel

Mountain fun near downhill skiing
As a guest of Judges Pool Motel, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and ski storage. WiFi is free in public spaces. An area shuttle within 50 km and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Judges Pool Motel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Turangi motel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1980
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Judges Pool Motel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Playground
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 15
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 50 per vehicle
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 15 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Judges Pool
Judges Pool Motel
Judges Pool Motel Turangi
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Judges Pool Motel?

Judges Pool Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Judges Pool Motel?

As of 25 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Judges Pool Motel on 31 Mar 2025 start from NZ$159.26, 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.

Is parking available at Judges Pool Motel?

Yep, Judges Pool Motel has a free self car park, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Judges Pool Motel?

The closest beach to Judges Pool Motel is Kuratau Jetty (11.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Judges Pool Motel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Judges Pool Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Judges Pool Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Judges Pool Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 503 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 503 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 503 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 503 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 503 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thoma

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booking was easy, excellent communication in advance of the trip (for a late check in), responsive comms during our stay (for routine things) and the room was as advertised, clean and tidy and perfect for our needs. It was also quiet with good off road parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice unit, location (if you don't need the inernet
A clean and comfortable unit located in a nice avenue close to the Turangi centre. The only problem was despite free wifi being connected it was next to impossible to get any streamed apps or even free to view channels and the internet in general. Have encountered this at other motels in the district so it's probably a regional issue but sure;y hosts can find a solution?
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micheal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended,,
Tidy, quiet, well appointed, hosts were terrific and good value for a traveling fisherman. 'Spot on'!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MS R E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value in Turangi.
Just a one night stay but impressed with this small motel. Owners were great and happy to satisfy any requests. The grounds and units were very neat and tidy. Although an older motel, renovations have been completed on the bathroom while the rest is in great condition. It is in a quiet location only a short drive to the centre of town. Recommended......would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Don

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bathroom had overpowering mold smell. Looks like everything was absolutely new but they put no barrier on the mold. Internet also could only log on with one phone. One phone could log on but kept getting bumped off, and both pads could not log on. Also roku could not see the web. I think rooms on the other side and closer to the office were probably ok.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alf

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place to stay
Fantastic place to stay. Quiet street and lovely surroundings. Short walk to shops. Easy walk to walking trails and the river.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops and food outlets. Close to river walks. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Frantz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquille et accueil sympa. Logement spacieux
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly and the rooms are always neat and tidy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alexander

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location when need to stop by Taupo lake.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Claire

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was clean but very tired and in need of a refresh (pealing paint, marks, etc). Nothing to directly complain about or need immediate fixing, just a general feel that I expected better, and that only essential maintenance was being done. (But this was a similar quality standard in many of the other N.I. motels we stayed in during the trip). The host was very helpful. Acceptable night layover between Auckland and Wellington.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sam

Well equiped, easy accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Mirtohid

Disliked: Amenities
It was worth the money for a single night stay, I wouldn’t recommend this one for more than a night or if you can make it to Rotorua.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are immaculate with everything you need even a heat pump. There is a reserve within walking distance near the river, the staff are friendly, theres even a cat that loves pats on the property, i will definitely be back and highly reccomend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ilya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice and the inside the property was super clean! Nice little place, would visit again, really good bang for buck.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan-Dirrty

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and quiet, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Lack of electrical outlet for charging. Limited wifi
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024