Absolute Lake View Motel is a 4-star motel in Taupo, New Zealand, offering lakeside charm with memorable views. Located at 58 Lake Terrace, it sits about 0.8mi from Taupo's city center, putting the lake and town within easy reach.

Featured amenities include skiing, snorkeling (free), an indoor swimming pool, free private parking, free WiFi, and room service, plus a spa (free) with a spa tub and a sauna (free). Additional comforts include air conditioning, a tour desk, sun deck, beach access, garden, balcony, patio, kitchenette, kitchenware, and non-smoking rooms with soundproofing. Live music/performances (free), beach chairs/loungers, and options for golf course (extra charges) or mini golf (extra charges) round out the experience.

Reviews total 1,317, with a 4-star rating, and prices start from $70.

Two indoor pools invite year-round swims: one with an infinity edge and a shallow end for easy splashes, and another heated for a cozy dip when the weather turns cooler. A complimentary spa area with a spa tub and a sauna adds a touch of pampering, while an adults-only option keeps some sessions serene.

Accommodations span a broad range—from compact studios to lake-view suites—catering to couples, families, and larger groups. Examples include Studio Queen (sleeps 2 adults, 1 child with a queen bed), Deluxe Studio (up to 5 adults, 3 children with a queen bed), Compact Studio (2 adults, 1 child with a queen bed), and Studio, Lake View (up to 5 adults, 3 children). For bigger groups, Family Rooms sleep up to 8 adults with two twin beds and two queen beds, while several suites—such as Suite, Lake View and various lake-view options—accommodate larger parties. Payment is accepted in cash as well as Mastercard, Visa, and Eftpos.

Many units offer a balcony or patio with garden views and access to a sun deck for taking in the lake breeze. A kitchenette with kitchenware makes self-catering convenient, while non-smoking, soundproofed rooms help ensure a peaceful night after a day on the lake.