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Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel)

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Taupo motel

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Two Bedroom with Lake View
Two Bedroom
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Two Bedroom with Lake View

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
52 Rifle Range Road, Taupo, 3330
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Two Bedroom with Lake View

Two Bedroom with Lake View

  • 65 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Two Bedroom

Two Bedroom

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom

One Bedroom

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Three Bedroom

Three Bedroom

  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Taupo

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Taupo and 2 miles (3 km) of Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre with a stay here. Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 16 min walk
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 18 min walk
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 20 min walk
  • Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Embra - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel)

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Taupo motel
As a guest of Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel), you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. Public spaces have free WiFi. Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel) also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Taupo motel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel) offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Trampoline

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Local maps
  • Recycling
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
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

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during May, June, July, August, September, and October:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Google Pay. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

52 Rifle Motel Taupo
52 Rifle Motel
52 Rifle Taupo
Little Haven
52 on Rifle Motel
Little Haven 52 On Rifle
Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel) Motel
Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel) Taupo
Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel) Motel Taupo

Little Haven (formerly 52 on Rifle Motel) Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 216 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 216 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 216 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 216 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 216 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Casey, Whalers Gate

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Travelled as an extended family from Taranaki and stayed in the 3-bed unit. This was great. Plenty of space and all beds were comfortable. Aircon was reliable, tv had sky, and the kitchen had everything we needed. Only critique was that the bathroom hadn't yet been redone - however this was expected to occur in next few weeks and based on the other remodelling work carried out we expect that to really enhance the unit. As an aside the motel has been updated significantly in the past 6-9 months. Work is ongoing in a few rooms but no on-site disturbances or anything to disrupt our stay so overall a great experience Location is good, and access in and out of town is easy (walkable if you wanted too) and each unit has its own carport. There is also a 4square and takeaways directly across the road. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, exceptional clean, super friendly staff and perfect location. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denyse

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything, although very little room to move in the toilet!! I forgot to tell the owner that the fridge in our room (room 4) wasnt going - we didnt realise till the morning when we were checking out, and I forgot to mention it, sorry. Not sure if it wasnt plugged in or what, but it definitely wasnt cold.........But we loved our brief stay, everything else was great, thank you :-)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little treasure in Taupo. With so many to choose from this was a great find. Spacious unit with lovely new bathroom. Everything we needed for two comfortable nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated, the rooms are cosy and comfortable. The bathrooms especially were better than some fancier hotels I've stayed in. The staff were also extremely friendly, including the owner who is actively still improving their facilities. I've stayed in a few different affordable places now in Taupo. This has become my first choose.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krishan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seriously Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ram singh

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

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely two bedroom unit. Great location and host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this unit for our 1 night stay it was so clean, warm & really enjoyed the spa pool on a cold evening 10/10 and will definitely be back next time in taupo
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly accomadating clean and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

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

6/10 Okay

Muksad

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morten

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellyann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was amazing exactly what we had been looking for and to be greeted with a smile and chat, everyone so friendly, the atmosphere there is hard to explain but it was beautiful. A stroll down the lake to all the cafes and restaurant. We had a lovely dinner we got everything we asked for and more. We will definitely be coming back again to beautiful Taupo.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic host! Lovely unit. Only issue was the skylight in the main room. Got woken up very early
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

TSI CHUNG

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was good except the shower water was weak.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Rooms were beautifully appointed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and tidy property with recent renovation and modernisation. Easy walk into town to shops and restaurants. Good family facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central, lovely friendly hosts, quiet possie, within walking distance to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great management, clean and comfortable. Would recommend to anyone heading to taupo
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023