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Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Lakefront Lodge Taupo

A wooden building with a sign reading "WELLER'S HOTEL" on the side.
A cozy lodge interior with a stone fireplace, leather armchairs, and a dining area.
A log cabin-style building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a hot tub.
A wooden interior with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and a stained glass window above.
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, comfortable seating areas, and a stone-tiled floor.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

Explore the area

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100 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Studio

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small table with a fan, a shelf with decorative items, and a window with curtains.

Standard Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Studio

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted shelf with items.

Basic Studio

7.6 out of 10
Good
(66 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a TV.

Standard Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window, and a wooden wall.

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room

A wooden room with a bed, two chairs, and a window with blinds.

Family Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Studio, Lake View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a kettle, a chair, a small table with a tray, and a window with blinds.

Superior Studio, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Budget Double Room

A bunk bed room with a wooden headboard, a white wall, and a ceiling light.

Budget Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

About the area

Taupō

At Lakefront Lodge Taupo you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lake Taupō and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Taupō Central hotel include Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery.

What's nearby

  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Taupō Central - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 178 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Cove Taupo - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Waterside - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star Taupo - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and ski storage are also featured at Lakefront Lodge Taupo. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Taupō hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lakefront Lodge Taupo offers 40 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of NZD 20

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: NZD 20

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: NZD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately NZD 20 for adults and from NZD 10 for children
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal: NZD 20

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

Lakefront Lodge Taupo offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

As of 16 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Lodge Taupo on 20 Sept 2026 start from AU$87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

Yep, Lakefront Lodge Taupo has a free self car park.

Does Lakefront Lodge Taupo have a pool?

Lakefront Lodge Taupo has an outdoor pool.

Does Lakefront Lodge Taupo serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

No, Lakefront Lodge Taupo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

No, pets are not allowed.

Lakefront Lodge Taupo Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 223 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, and great value for money. Friendly staff, easy check-in, and everything I needed for a pleasant stay. Would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
Great location, friendly staff, and a reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was a bit dated but was clean and well appointed. Really good value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Premium lake view room. We stayed in room 1. Very nice room and worth the upgrade. Very useful kitchenette. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heavenly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best stay. 👌 The staff was amazing 👏 and the room was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean cosy room, staff were great, the view when sitting outside was amazing, walking distance to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arahia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, awesome friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value for $$
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay... need better heating a Fan heater this time of year 3 week in May doesn't really cut it apart from that Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice and clean, though not sure I would call it a studio, just a standard room, with jug, and mini fridge. Nice view, and staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff explained everything well. The room was clean and had everything you would need good size tv to will be back again 😁
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I thoroughly enjoyed my one night winter stay with Lakefront Lodge. I was greeted with a cheerful smile & informed I was given a room upgrade. The room was clean, warm & cozy. Location is amazing. Beautiful scenic views. I look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a short stay, right infront of the lake. Very clean and cute.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and close to a variety of amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stefan

nice clean and quiet place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A couple of comfortable chairs to view the lake would be great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The restaurant was amazing and the staff and manager we're great hosts. The food was great. The room was dated but comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found bed a bit hard from what we are used to otherwise excellent all round.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Walls are very thin so you can hear everything in other rooms and in hallways. Bed was a bit hard, but overall room is okay for what you pay for. Great location and easy to get to places
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Staff & service
Bar was great. Guinness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent value for money , great bed and bathroom was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable; staff were friendly and helpful; view from room onto Lake Taupo was excellent, particularly with one stunning sunset.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very handy with lake across the road and main shopping centre is a 10 minute walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location across the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026