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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.