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      Lake Taupo Lodge

      254 Reviews
      #1 of 34 Specialty Lodging in Taupo
      41 Mapara Road | Acacia Bay, Taupo 3385, New Zealand
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      Overview
      5.0
      254 reviews
      • Excellent91%
      • Very good6%
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      Free Wifi
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      Breakfast included
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      5.0 Star Hotel
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      1 - 5 of 242 reviews

      Reviewed yesterday via mobile
      Fantastic

      The hosts of this lodge weren't there when we stayed there but they weren't needed. Their man, Chris, was most welcoming and showed us around the lodge and then to our room after helping us with our bags. Brought us up our complimentary wine and...More

      Thank Wayne S
      Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
      Beautiful and relaxing

      Lake Taupo Lodge is a fantastic place to stay, beautiful location and view, lovely hosts and food. Not far to some fantastic restaurants and all the tourist activities in and around Taupo. Thanks for a great stay Gary.

      Thank 348stefr
      Reviewed 12 August 2017 via mobile
      Lovely place

      We had a very pleasant stay at Lake Taupo Lodge. It is stylish, has a lovely garden and a beautiful view overlooking the lake. Super service, friendly personal atmosphere and an excellent breakfast. We warmly recommend a stay at the lodge. The Swedish couple

      Thank Kerstin H
      Response from Gary A, Owner at Lake Taupo LodgeResponded 2 weeks ago

      Hi Kerstin and Johan! Thank you so very much for taking the time to write a lovely review for Lake Taupo Lodge. I really appreciate your kind words. We look forward to having you to stay again one day! Kind regards, Gary

      Reviewed 24 July 2017
      Long Stay Rest

      We stayed at your beautiful lodge for three weeks. we were told that this would be too long, but in fact it was not enough. As an elderly couple we enjoyed every moment of it. The kind attention of Garry and Chris. The beautiful breakfasts...More

      1  Thank Peter L
      Response from LakeTaupoLodge, Owner at Lake Taupo LodgeResponded 26 July 2017

      Peter and Anne, two people whom I am very blessed to have crossed paths with! Not a day goes by that you aren't mentioned or thought of. I hope we can enjoy a fishing trip or two and conversation over a glass of wine again...More

      Reviewed 17 July 2017
      Fabulous accommodation

      This is a great place to stay. The hosts were friendly and hospitable, ensuring we felt pampered and welcome. The fruit and cookies in our room were appreciated. The room itself was large with fabulous views. The bed & pillows were very comfortable. Breakfast was...More

      Thank Judith1016
      Response from LakeTaupoLodge, Owner at Lake Taupo LodgeResponded 26 July 2017

      Hi Judith and Steve! Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for Lake Taupo Lodge. I really appreciate it. Hope you are both well. Looking forward to having you to stay longer next time. Cheers, Gary

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      About
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      Amenities
      • Top amenities
      • Free Parking
      • Breakfast included
      • Bar/Lounge
      • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
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      • Free Parking
      • Breakfast included
      • Laundry Service
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      • Bar/Lounge
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      • US$377 - US$638 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      • Suites ,
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      • Family Rooms
      • Number of rooms
      • 6
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