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4.8
4.8 out of 5 stars (based on 43 reviews)
5 star86%
Very good9%
Average5%
Poor0%
Terrible0%

Taihape Stay

November 5, 2025

We stayed at the Aspen Court Taihape, on our way from Wellington to Thames. What we did find interesting, is that motel facilities identified a hairdryer is available in the unit. To our amazement, we never found one at all when we did a unit check off with the information included in amenities available on website. Milk for unit is very very small UHT milk capsules, very minimal capacity, for staying a night.

Dave Coleman

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thanks, Dave, for your review. We apologize for the lack of hairdryer as that should have been in the unit. All the best and regards.

Excellent Accomodation

November 5, 2025

We enjoyed our stay at Aspen Court Hotel very much. Very clean, tidy, spacious room with a comfortable bed and adequate cooking facilities. And in the morning, we were briefly visited by Tinkerbell, the friendly housecat. An added bonus! We will be back!

Sabine Blankner

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thank you, Sabine, for your glowing review of our property. Safe travels and take care.

Great accommodation

October 13, 2025

We were happy with our stay. A nice clean unit, with all the amenities we needed for an overnight stay. We were surprised that there were no electric blankets, so maybe you need to say bring a hot water bottle, as some of us like to get into a warm bed, especially on a cold night in Taihape.

Heather

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Hi Heather, thank you for your review. Yes, you are the 2nd person to mention that in the past month. We used to have electric blankets but due to their risk of fire we removed them all. The units are warm with good insulation, double glazing, underfloor tile heating and efficient heat pumps. You should not get cold. Safe travels.

No electric Blanket

September 23, 2025

Hi stayed For One night,Was a -2 night, end off Winter..Rooms are very large, But shocking, No electric blankets on beds,or spare bedding, Lucky had a hot water bottle…And very light quilt an blanket..the lamp ,You had to turn off by wall, …Really i am shocked no electric Blankets,!!!!

Judy

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thanks, Judy, for your review. Electric blankets are a death trap, so we do not have any in any of our properties. Our units retain the heat that our heat pumps and underfloor generates, therefore you do not need them. Thanks for staying.

Excellent

September 2, 2025

We have stayed at Aspen for many years each time we come south. It is always very clean, tidy and the hosts are very welcoming. The units are lovely and warm on a cold night. It is the best Motel in Taihape, we recommend it to anyone wanting to stay a night or two.

V Robertson

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thank you very much for your lovely review. So nice to hear such positive comments. Safe travels.

Best choice

September 1, 2025

We were very pleased with our choice to book Aspen. Simple process, easy to find, helpful and welcoming management. Clean, well maintained and warm when we arrived after a long day. Parking with a trailer was no problem and we walked into town for a great dinner at a recommended restaurant. Thanks so much, we will be back. Coral and Steve

Steve

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thank you, Coral/Steve, for your lovely review. Pleased to hear everything was to your liking. See you again one day, take care.

Warm and comfortable.

July 29, 2025

My family and i occupied two rooms while in Taihape for two nights. The rooms were just what we needed, and were clean and tidy. The central heating was great – and the heated tiles were a treat.

Katy

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Lovely to hear from you Katy. Thank you for taking the time to write this review.

Clean, Tidy and Warm

July 29, 2025

Arrived when very cold, unit very clean, warm and spacious. Bed very comfortable and warm. Very pleased to have selected this motel. I would recommend to others passing through and needing a lovely motel to stay at.

Kaylene

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thank you, Kaylene, for your kind words, all the best and safe travels.

Very tidy and well-presented unit.

July 29, 2025

Would definitely stay again. Quiet location and a well laid out modern complex with very tidy and spacious grounds

Bill

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thanks, Bill, for your lovely review. We look forward to seeing you staying again with us. Take care.

Highly recommended

May 11, 2025

Clean and spacious, quiet, great laundry facilities. Our fourth stay here. Highly recommended.

Diana Davis

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thank you, Diana, for your kind words and especially for being a repeat customer. Take care.

The BEST on our road trip!

April 28, 2025

We embarked on a 10 day road trip…booked nothing! This was the best motel we stayed in between Tauranga and Christchurch! The rooms were spacious, so warm (under floor heating). Highly recommend breaking your road trip here..plus the owner recommended ‘La Cafe’ for breakfast! Wonderful too! Stop in Taihape, you won’t be disappointed!

Philip Hunt

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Great to hear from you Phillip, thanks for your review and your favorable ranking of Aspen Court Taihape with your other accommodation stays. Yes, Taihape is a little gem which most people miss as they keep on driving. Great to hear you enjoyed your time here. All the best.

Great break in our trip.

March 17, 2025

Lovely motel. Great room, spacious, clean, had everything you needed. We advised the owner we would be arriving late and he left the light on in our unit so we didn’t have to arrive in the dark.

Great service. Would definitely stay again.

Jan Hooton

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Nice to hear from you Jan, thank you for the review. See you again one day. All the best.

Just what we needed

March 3, 2025

Good, spacious rooms with everything clean and tidy, as you would expect. Nice spacious grounds. Well insulated from nearby highway noise and only a short distance from the town centre.

We would definitely choose Aspen Court for an overnight stay in Taihape.

Bruce Owen

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thanks, Bruce, for your lovely review. It was so nice to have you staying with us. Safe travels and see you back one day soon.

Def the first choice when in Taihape

February 4, 2025

Excellent, helpful and accomodating staff – use of the BBQ was not a problem and so appreciated by us. Facilities were super spotless, spacious rooms and soundproof, which was great for trucks on the highway. Our room had all we needed to be self sufficient. Highly recommended.

J n S

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Great to hear from you Judith, thanks for writing this review. Safe driving.

Tidy and Comfortable

January 23, 2025

Very nice stay here, very comfortable and tidy clean. Very accommodating hosts. Recommend.

Ken

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Cheers Ken for your kind words, safe travels.

Generally very good stay

November 13, 2024

Generally very happy with accommodation and service. Property very clean and tidy but now starting to age.

Brian Willis

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thanks Brian for your honest review. We will take this into account as we look to refurbish these units. Cheers.

Aspen Court is Highly recommended

October 22, 2024

Well located, clean and well appointed motel with friendly check-in staff and cleaners. We would happily stay again.

Doug

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thanks Doug for your kind words, great to have you staying with us. Take care.

Overnight Stay

October 10, 2024

No problems with check in, spacious room, clean and tidy. Private area outside ranch slider. Good parking.

Daniel

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thanks Daniel for your review. Good to hear back from you. All the best.

Understanding accommodating Hosts & Cleaner Staff

October 6, 2024

We like to personally thank both the hosts & cleaners staff. Because of you all attending to our needs but allowing our privacy under the circumstances. We honestly appreciate all yous done

Blessings & well being to you always.

Mike, Val & family xxxxx

Mike Val

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thank you for the kind words Mike. All the best with things. Cheers.

Good tidy motel

October 4, 2024

Good tidy motel which suited my needs, late check in management waited for me to show up Thanks, room clean and warm bed comfortable.

Ngahina

Response from Aspen Court Taihape

Thanks Ngahina for this review. Great to hear from you. All the best.

2025 Tripadvisor
Travellers’ Choice Award

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Based on reviews and ratings collected over the last year Aspen Court Taihape has been recognised as a 2025 Travellers’ Choice award winner!

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