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      Lake Taupo Lodge

      252 Reviews
      #1 of 34 Specialty Lodging in Taupo
      41 Mapara Road | Acacia Bay, Taupo 3385, New Zealand
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      Overview
      5.0
      252 reviews
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      Reviewed 1 week ago 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
      Reviewed 3 weeks ago
      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 3 weeks ago

      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 4 weeks ago
      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 3 weeks ago

      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

      Reviewed 12 July 2017
      Lions Tour 2017

      Another wonderful two days at Lake Taupo Lodge hosted by Gary. A great location and extremely friendly host made us feel at home straight away. The highlight of which was being taken fishing for rainbow trout on lake Taupo by Gary and Steve (his best...More

      Thank PhillipDoughty
      Response from LakeTaupoLodge, Owner at Lake Taupo LodgeResponded 3 weeks ago

      Thank you Phillip! What a fantastic review. I hope we will get to take you and Simon out fishing again one day, what a great trip we had. Take care and kind regards, Gary

      Reviewed 2 July 2017
      Amazing hosts, spectacular views and exceptional accommodations. The definition of luxury.

      One of the most amazing accommodations of luxury lodges Vince and I had experienced while on vacation in North Island, New Zealand. Our hosts, Gary & Shirley Akers were both very professional of their services and they had a deep sense of pride of their...More

      Thank Gene S
      Response from LakeTaupoLodge, Owner at Lake Taupo LodgeResponded 3 July 2017

      Hi Gene and Vince! Thank you both for the wonderful review of Lake Taupo Lodge. We really enjoyed your company and hope you enjoyed the rest of your holiday in New Zealand. Come back to visit us again one day. Kindest regards, Gary

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      • Free Parking
      • Breakfast included
      • Bar/Lounge
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      • Breakfast included
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      • US$384 - US$647 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      • Number of rooms
      • 6
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