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Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3.0 star property

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Courtyard
Outdoor pool
Lobby
Restaurant
Reception hall

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

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)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(46 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
(60 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(21 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 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
  • 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

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

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Budget Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Double Room

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

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Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Sofa 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 - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 2 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
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬15 min walk
  • McDonald's
  • ‪Cafe Baku - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

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.
Guests can expect to find 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

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 elevator

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

  • 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:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

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

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 Apr 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Lodge Taupo on May 3, 2026 start from $58, 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.

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 Spa Thermal Park and Taupō Hot Springs within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station is 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.

What do couples enjoy most about Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

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

Are there hot tubs at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

The closest major airport to Lakefront Lodge Taupo is Taupō Airport (TUO), which is 4.1 mi away (9 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Lakefront Lodge Taupo?

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

Lakefront Lodge Taupo Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 218 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1004 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Craig

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were basic but clean and comfortable. If noise bothers you, I would request an upstairs room as we could hear people moving above us all night. Staff were friendly, restaurant and bar were great for a drink and meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mona

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine . Its just rooms are small and not good ventilation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

helen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very outdated. No air con.. Pool no bigger than a bath.. Staff were friendly..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Shower that has a fair water speed and stays in the holder ( kept falling out and had to hold onto It) Floor and bathrooms didn’t look like they’d had a proper clean in a while .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We stayed in the basic room. It was very small but adequate. The room was clean, the bed was firm and the walls are nit sound proofed in any way. Having stayed in many similar hotels in Taupo, the standard of the Lakefront is comparable with them. It was great to be relatively close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Just average, good to sleep for a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Only problem was I had to walk from one end of the Lodge to the other with my bag.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just felt safe there,our room was downstairs,so we heard the folks upstairs moving about,lesson learnt for next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spot to stop for one night. Convenient location. Room was tired but tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I will never stay here again. Firstly, the communication was awful. I was told they were closing 3p on Christmas Day and I said I’d be there. But I kept getting called, messaged or emailed to the point of harassment. I explained I’m not using my phone outside when I have wifi as it costs me $5 per day. I explained where I was leaving from and how long the drive was and even got replies. But was still called while I was driving and 100km away and told they were closing at 3p. The room was so tiny I had to climb over the bed to make a cup of tea, there was nowhere for my small suitcase, no fridge to cool my food I’d bought because it was Christmas Day. Access to a fridge should be mandatory. Then they take my credit card for security when there is nothing in the room to steal or break. The pool was closed or broken. There is no bin in the common outside area where you are forced to eat as there is no room in the room. So, bad room, staff, amenities and more. I paid only $11 more for a lovely airport hotel in Auckland the night I arrived. Everything was cheap, mean and small here down to the toiletries. It was less than a private room in a youth hostel. You can find better.
Shocking. Where they have clothes hangers is above the coffee and tea? Better to make this a single room, charge less and give the guests a fridge. Clearly, they do not care for their guests.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A great no fuss overnight in this accommodation. We had dinner in the bar and it was also very good pub food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Terence

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Cristine Gatto and Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Hot, uncomfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Anton

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

George Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

kathryn

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not enough parking, had to park down street. Staff unpleasant, mattress dirty,...noisy: heard every footstep from the room above. Poor quality hotel. Better for backpackers who don't care but it is not at a backpacker price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry-Lynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

litia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience, lovely staff? Restaurant excellent, room wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Only there for one night and it was OK
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Polite staff on arrival. Comfy bed, room nice and clean. Was on the ground floor, perhaps a room on a level up may of been better, will do next time. Great location Right across the road from the lake which was lovely, and an easy walk into town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Cornelia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Rob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Non smoking room smelled of very heavy cigarette use! Would have thought cleaning staff would have picked it up. Were transferred to another room. However restaurant food was very good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sonya

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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