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Silver Fern Lodge

3.0 of 5
118 Tamamutu Street | cnr Tamamutu Street and Kaimanawa Streets, Taupo, New Zealand
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We're middle aged first time travellers OS and we spent two nights here. Though not backpackers we were warmly greeted and eddie was more than helpful. Rooms are upstairs and we were next to the large kitchen/dining room. Walking distance to the city centre. Plenty of eateries. Lots of tourist brochures.the tariff was bargain basement for what we received. Would... More

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Victoria
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16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Ok...lets get this straight. I'm sick of seeing people writing BAD reviews, of a business that doesn't deserve it. Some people EXPECT 5 star treatment, in a 3 star motel. NOT GOING TO HAPPEN! We arrived in to Taupo and went straight to the motel. Eddie could not have been MORE helpful. He booked us into the Executive suite,which was... More

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SilverFernLodge, Manager at Silver Fern Lodge, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Thank you very much for kind words I couldnt have asked for better comments and I do hope you will return to see us again in the near future. Again thank you your revue is one any hotel would be proud of. Eddie More

Wellington, New Zealand
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

We scored a room for cheap and that's what we got. It was clean and tidy in most places and on entrance the customer service was superb. Sadly, the bathroom was quite mouldy and the shower was horrendous- little pressure and it sprayed everywhere. The advertised 'tea and coffee making facilities' are just a kettle and sachets of instant coffee... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

This place is great. We arrived late into Taupo for the 4 day Anzac Day long weekend and everything was booked and we stumbled onto Silver Fern. We were very lucky that there was a room available and as it turned out it was great. Excellent value and it is very central. The staff are a fantastic help with local... More

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Kendal, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

The room was very comfortable with everything we needed. This was an ideal base for us but made extra special by the help and advice from Eddie. He recommended a great yacht cruise which was one of the best experiences in our six week tour and was always interested and helpful in discussing what else we would like to do.... More

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SilverFernLodge, Manager at Silver Fern Lodge, responded to this review
27 March 2013

Hi Guys, hope you are enjoying your holiday in New Zealand. We love getting such positive feed back and happy you enjoyed Taupo and Silverfern Lodge. You bring a smile to our faces and make us all feel positive in our jobs with such fantastic reviews. thankyou from the team at Silverfern Lodge. regards Clare More

Wellington, New Zealand
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

I have been visiting Silver Fern Lodge for a number of years now and the most recent trip last weekend was as I expected FABULOUS! The hosts (Clare & Eddie) are friendly and personable and always make their guests feel at home. The accomodation is clean & tidy and for a "Flash Pakers" is evrything and more you would expect... More

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SilverFernLodge, Manager at Silver Fern Lodge, responded to this review
27 March 2013

Once again it was a plesure having you all DJ. YOU guys are what makes our job enjoyable. Thank you for the fantastic review and we hope to see you again in the near future. Kind regards Clare, Eddie, Glenn and the team at Silverfern. More

Melbourne, Australia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

Nice comfortable sized room with a balcony to enjoy a drink. Clean and tidy, bathroom a little dated but fine, and a little area for tea & coffee with a bar fridge. The shower is above the bath , thought it might be slippery but was fine. Also have undercover car park. There is a large lounge area if you... More

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Toorak, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

Stayed here as part of a tour group for 2 nights and loved it. Quick walk in to town and the lake front. Rooms were nice and clean, bathroom very much the same, and the communal areas were very spacious. Would stay here again any day.

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

Stayed here on a Friday night before skydiving. Was brilliant, we were able to walk into town and stumble back home again. The beds were comfortable, and the price was just right. The shower and bathroom facilities were basic, but in great condition. Nice big balcony to have a beer on and watch the sunset over the lake.

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

Clean, quiet, good value. big, well equipped kitchen. Comfortable lounge area. Close to centre. Hosts extremely (and genuinely) friendly. Room was clean, en-suite with tea making facilities and fridge for just $80 per night. sleeping 3.

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SilverFernLodge, Manager at Silver Fern Lodge, responded to this review
25 January 2013

Thank you for your fantastic response, Eddie and Clare are over the moon you enjoyed your stay. The team at Silverfern thankyou and would like to say, you made their day. More

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Also Known As:
Silver Fern Hotel
Address: 118 Tamamutu Street | cnr Tamamutu Street and Kaimanawa Streets, Taupo, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Taupo
Amenities:
Free Parking Kitchenette Room Service Shuttle Bus service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #12 of 31 Speciality lodging in Taupo
Price range (per night): S$63 - 132
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Taupo offers accommodation to suit all budgets, Silverfern lodge offers studio style rooms to Dorm rooms. 5 minutes walk to Taupo city centre, Great Lake Taupo and Taupo Bundgy. Escape to Taupo and stay in clean, modern, affordable accommodation in the heart of Taupo. Silver Fern Lodge in Taupo is in a quiet location on the edge of Taupo central business district within walking distance to shopping, restaurants and bars, RSA, Cosmopolitan Club, supermarkets & Event Centre. Close to golf courses, heated pools, bungy, Lake Taupo, etc Our furnishings reflect New Zealands national symbol "the fern" Ideal accommodation in the heart of Taupo to suit all budgets, school groups, sport teams, tour groups, families, couples to the independant travellers ... more   less 
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