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First-class in every respect

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 23 Feb 2024
My wife and I spent two nights with Gary & Shirley and were delighted with everything about the Lodge. The room were beautiful, as well as spacious and spotless. The lodge itself sits high on a hill overlooking the lake, and if the view wasn't enough, there are extensive gardens - we're not sure we saw all of them. Breakfast was delicious, and Gary had excellent recommendations for dinner. If you wanted, he would not only arrange a reservation, but transportation as well. We will definitely go back there the next time we're in Taupo.
Date of stay: February 2024
Room Tip: Definitely explore the garden. Many hidden corners.
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Gary Akers, Owner at Lake Taupo Lodge, responded to this review
Responded 25 Feb 2024
Thank you for this first class review! We really value and appreciate you taking your time to share your experience at Lake Taupo Lodge. We do hope we can welcome you back again soon!

Best Wishes
Gary
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Reviewed 15 February 2024

A beautiful garden setting looking out onto Lake Taupo - the host Gary looked after us royally with trip tips, a super breakfast canapies and a glass of wine at dusk.
The room was first class opening out onto the garden and the pond - lovingly maintained by the host.

Date of stay: January 2024
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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Gary Akers, Owner at Lake Taupo Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded 19 February 2024

Hi Nick!
We really appreciated you sharing your review of Lake Taupo Lodge. It was my pleasure to be able to assist you with getting the most out of your time at Lake Taupo and sharing our favorite local recommendations. Thank you for choosing to stay with us.

Best Wishes,
Gary

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Reviewed 13 February 2024 via mobile

Gary and Shirley, we left to quickly last Tuesday morning and I didn’t get a chance to say thank you for your incredible hospitality. You have made the Taupo Lodge a special destination and all your attention to details didn’t go unnoticed. Thanks for making our visit so special to Taupo and NZ. Wishing you both the best. Your gardens were singing to me as I sat on the deck. The best! Thanks, Tom and Jeanne Sween

Regards, Tom

Room tip: Fun walk up the hill from the lodge, a little steep but worth it. Sidewalk all the way.
Date of stay: February 2024
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Gary Akers, Owner at Lake Taupo Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded 19 February 2024

Dear Thomas & Jeanne,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review. It was our pleasure to host such wonderful guests such as yourself. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us in Taupo and have taken such special memories with you. Safe travels on wards.

Best Wishes,
Gary

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Reviewed 21 January 2024 via mobile

This Frank Lloyd Wright style lodge was impressive from the start. The attention to detail - the food, music and beautifully appointed rooms made this our favorite place to stay on the North Island. The view of the gardens and lake from our room was wonderful.

Room tip: Ask Gary, the owner, to make your dinner reservations.
Date of stay: January 2024
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Gary Akers, Owner at Lake Taupo Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded 19 February 2024

Hello,

Thank you for sharing your experience from your stay with us Lake Taupo Lodge. It is our pleasure to hosts guests such as yourself with an appreciation for the Frank Lloyd Wright architecture and decor, it really is wonderful to know how much you enjoyed your visit.
Best Wishes,
Gary

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Reviewed 19 January 2024

It was a homely and warm lodge. The breakfast was delicious and they responded to all our requests. They introduced us to two places for dinner, and they were very good. The beautiful garden is well maintained and it was fun to walk around. The starry sky was very beautiful. For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, the Southern Cross and the upside-down constellation Orion were new to us. We could also see the Milky Way. thank you.

Date of stay: November 2023
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Gary Akers, Owner at Lake Taupo Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded 21 January 2024

What lovely experiences and memories made during your stay at Lake Taupo Lodge- thank you for sharing!
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us so much, it was our pleasure to host you during your time in NZ.

Kindest Regards
Gary

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Reviewed 28 November 2023 via mobile

When we arrived, owner Gary was already waiting for us with a very warm welcome. then we were given a tour of the beautiful lodge with a breathtaking view over Lake Taupō. The breakfast was delicious. In addition, Gary was very helpful in finding an address for dinner and had all kinds of tips for the area. Overall a great experience. On the day we left we also walked through the beautiful garden. We would also like to thank Shirley for her excellent care.

Room tip: Relax for a breathtaking excitement and enjoy your delicious breakfast
Date of stay: November 2023
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Gary Akers, Owner at Lake Taupo Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded 5 December 2023

It is our pleasure to host guests such as yourself and be able to offer you a premium escape to the shores of Lake Taupo. We really appreciate your kind words and and thrilled you enjoyed your experience at Lake Taupo Lodge so much.
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Lake Taupo Lodge

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