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Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool

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Restaurant
Lobby
Superior Studio, Lake View | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Courtyard

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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100 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Spa Thermal Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Studio

7.6 out of 10
Good
(55 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Studio, Lake View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Budget Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Taupō

Located in Taupō Central within a short walk of Lake Taupō, Lakefront Lodge Taupo is within a mile (2 km) of Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 40 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront hotel with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool
Lakefront Lodge Taupo features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
40-inch LED TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles are also included.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium digital channels

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

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 20 for adults and 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Lakefront Lodge Taupo Hotel
Lakefront Lodge Taupo Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo Hotel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

Lakefront Lodge Taupo provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Lodge Taupo on Nov 18, 2025 start from $73.15, excluding 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

This hotel is situated in Taupō Central within a short 6-minute walk of Lake Taupō and also 19 minutes on foot from Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. You'll also find Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Lakefront Lodge Taupo feature a casino on the premises?

No, Lakefront Lodge Taupo doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Lakefront Lodge Taupo a good place to stay for couples?

This lakeside hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Lakefront Lodge Taupo have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Lakefront Lodge Taupo feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Lakefront Lodge Taupo serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Lakefront Lodge Taupo allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lakefront Lodge Taupo.

Are there connecting rooms at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

The closest major airport to Lakefront Lodge Taupo is Taupō Airport (TUO), which is 4 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Lakefront Lodge Taupo.

Reviews

Lakefront Lodge Taupo Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 273 out of 960 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 960 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 199 out of 960 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 960 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 960 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kath

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff(one person only) was fantastic. Everything else was meh. The motel is still in the 80s but charging prices that are well into the 21st century. Our TV didn't work. No microwave. Mugs needed to be washed in the bathroom sink (yuk) etc.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie Ann

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we arrived late so having the option of having a meal via room service was great . The room was very clean , bed was comfy and fairly quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Md

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Monique

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Resturant was nice, food was really good, cosy friendly, helpful staff. Would have been good if the room had a nice big couch and tv in the lounge area for family time. Kind of a strange layout, it was a very cold day in taupo, but the room was surprisingly warm after turning on the small heaters provided. Larger milks for cuppas would have been nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing to dislike i had a very enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rana

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Odd place to be
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Catrina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wifi was very spotty which was frustrating. Lacked things in the room like tissues, conditioner & moisturizer which we found in other hotels of similar price points. Also, no breakfast options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chuk Sau

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Difficult to get parking when the pub above is running, could hear upstairs until it closed but wasnt too bad. Nice compact room. Would have preferred tv in different place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Brenda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pictures misleading. Low end hotel, no elevator you have to lug up baggage to 2nd floor. No staff at front desk after 9pm so when you return you can't come in front entrance and if issues arise like other guests loud and obnoxious late at night, after 10pm past 1am, no one to deal with them. Supposed to be non smoking hotel but not monitored or enforced. In morning no hot water for shower at 8:30-10am started shwr waited a bit for cold water to warm up. Left it for a couple mins and it started to feel slightly warmer and tried to get in hoping it would get hot. So got wet under luke warm water, cranked to hot but no hot and then got completely cold water again so froze.Had to get out cold & wet. We called front desk but no answer. Had to get dressed and go downstairs to reception desk. When we expressed concerns with all these issues the receptionist was a kind & sympathetic staff member who offered us a room chg, but wanted to see room 1st and chk if there would be hot water so she gave us a key to look. When we returned agreeing to move it took over 2hrs from 10am to 12pm, before we could chg room, which we had to move ourselves after waiting over 1 1/2 hrs because only 1 lady to chk ppl in & out, so we lost our enrire morning and still didn't have time to get a shwr or breakfast as we were already late for our planned brunch, had to skip, and rush to a booked tour. Once we finally got into new room we noticed loud music below, church using room. No receipts at chkout.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dragana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Colin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and efficient, the room was tidy and clean. The complex air conditioning made a constant noise loud enough to keep me awake. I did not sleep at all and so I struggled the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callum

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here to half our Auckland trip, great little place for the value. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are small, but that’s fine if you don’t need to cook. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it! Super helpful staff. Room was big and spacious. GREAT value for what we paid, and amazing location by the lakefront. Good vibes too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Manuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view and close to shops
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
How aged it has become
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria, Dargaville

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was ok. Good staff. Busy road hard to find location. Room was small.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The room was clean and great for one night. We were content. The staff were all incredibly friendly and welcoming. The room was just a bit tired and there was no duvet cover on the bedding. We were disappointed to not get a chance in the spa pool because there was constantly people in there who were staying for well over the suggested 30 min max. Additionally there were lots of noisy guests and there were alcohol cans all over the tables by the pool in the morning. This is not the hotel’s fault. Just one of those things. We’d stay again for a night or 2 as a stop off between Auckland and Wellington.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Idriss

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit of noise from guests upstairs walking around and stomping, but otherwise good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hwa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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