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Chalet Eiger

534 Gillespie Place, 2730 Taupo, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 58 reviews)

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9.8
Exceptional
58 reviews
  • Facilities

    10.0

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Location

    9.5

  • Total

    9.8

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

I was quiet impressed with the property I can tell that everything is well tough, I love the bedroom well decorated the same with the bathroom I love the heather tiles and all the lovely details. This place is very fancy I love everything abut the inside and the outside of this place the gardens were so beautiful .. Breakfast was wonderful and very delicious..

Rosamaria Guatemala

Chalet Eiger is absolutely beautiful! Every little detail of that place creates sense of extreme comfort and luxury. It is new, it is modern, it is spacious...it is just wonderful! Nina and Peter are extremely helpful, friendly, and Nina makes excellent breakfasts too! If staying in Taupo, that’s your place to be!

Ilona United States of America

Highly recommend for visiting Taupo. Peter and Nina are exceptional hosts. Great recommendations and insights. We had dinner and Nina made a fabulous meal. The room was perfect and I loved the king bed and large bath... perfect post hike. Can’t say enough great things about our stay.

Sara United States of America

Fresh and tasty, and great table setting. It was very personal with a nice conversation.

Ruitens Switzerland

We loved the friendly and helpful service. We also loved the comfort and enjoyed the company from the cute dogs! It was very relaxing and beautiful surrounded by lovely nature and the the place was very clean, tidy and exceptional! Beautiful views. Delicious breakfasts. Can’t fault any of it. Our room was absolutely beautiful and the jacuzzi was the absolute bees knees! A+ for everything!!!

Grace New Zealand

Wonderful hosts and a most relaxing and friendly experience - if I'm back near Taupo this will certainly be where I will stay!

Ingrid United States of America

Beautiful room and views Delicious home made breakfast Our hosts were awesome

Gabriela Mexico

We had a lovely greeting by the family dogs. The room was lovely with some extra perks! cheese and wine in the fridge and breakfast was outstanding. The hosts even let us join them for a glass of wine when we arrived

Lesley United Kingdom

Peter and Nina where both very welcoming and great hosts. We had the Ruapehu room which came with the spa bath and it was amazing. Very clean and well maintained. Loved every bit of our stay.

Jayson New Zealand

The location was great, just out of town nice and quiet. Beautiful surroundings, lovely garden. The breakfast was excellent, nice juice options, coffee, croissants and the offer of a cooked breakfast all included in the price.

Murray New Zealand

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9.8
Exceptional
58 reviews
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  • What guests loved the most:
  • “I was quiet impressed with the property I can tell that everything is well tough, I love the bedroom well decorated the same with the bathroom I love the heather tiles and all the lovely details.”
    Rosamaria Rosamaria Guatemala Guatemala
  • “Chalet Eiger is absolutely beautiful! Every little detail of that place creates sense of extreme comfort and luxury. It is new, it is modern, it is spacious...it is just wonderful!”
    Ilona Ilona United States of America United States of America
  • “Highly recommend for visiting Taupo. Peter and Nina are exceptional hosts. Great recommendations and insights. We had dinner and Nina made a fabulous meal.”
    Sara Sara United States of America United States of America
  • “Fresh and tasty, and great table setting. It was very personal with a nice conversation.”
    Ruitens Ruitens Switzerland Switzerland
  • “We loved the friendly and helpful service. We also loved the comfort and enjoyed the company from the cute dogs!”
    Grace Grace New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Wonderful hosts and a most relaxing and friendly experience - if I'm back near Taupo this will certainly be where I will stay!”
    Ingrid Ingrid United States of America United States of America
  • “Beautiful room and views Delicious home made breakfast Our hosts were awesome”
    Gabriela Gabriela Mexico Mexico
  • “We had a lovely greeting by the family dogs. The room was lovely with some extra perks! cheese and wine in the fridge and breakfast was outstanding.”
    Lesley Lesley United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Peter and Nina where both very welcoming and great hosts. We had the Ruapehu room which came with the spa bath and it was amazing. Very clean and well maintained. Loved every bit of our stay.”
    Jayson Jayson New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The location was great, just out of town nice and quiet. Beautiful surroundings, lovely garden.”
    Murray Murray New Zealand New Zealand

Experience World-class Service at Chalet Eiger

One of our best sellers in Taupo! This luxury lodge has a quiet location and wonderful views of Lake Taupo and Mount Tauhara. It offers free WiFi and large gardens.

Chalet Eiger features a spacious lounge with fireplace, a wine cellar and a sauna. There is also a home entertainment system with interactive plasma-screen TV and film/music library.

All suites of Chalet Eiger are equipped with sophisticated audio and mood lighting systems, a balcony (on the first floor suites), modern private bathroom and lake or garden views. Each has a smart TV, bathrobes, luxury bathroom amenities and complimentary mini-bar. Welcome gifts include fruit, a bottle of New Zealand wine, cheese and accompaniments.

The restaurant serves European influenced food, using the freshest New Zealand produce and Eiger's own herbs. The menu changes daily according to guests' preferences and the season.

The area offers great opportunities for outdoor activities, including trout fishing, hiking in the World Heritage Site Tongariro National Park, thermal hot springs and skiing. Chalet Eiger is a 2-minute drive from Lake Taupo and an 8-minute drive from Taupo town center. It is 12 minutes' drive from Huka Falls and Taupo Golf Club, Wairakei International Golf Course and Jack Nichlaus’ Kinloch Club Course.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Room service
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.9 for two-person stays.

ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM on site.

낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

끸 Free Private Parking Available On Site

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9.8
Exceptional
58 reviews
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  • Rosamaria Guatemala

    “I was quiet impressed with the property I can tell that everything is well tough, I love the bedroom well decorated the same with the bathroom I love the heather tiles and all the lovely details. This place is very fancy I love everything abut the inside and the outside of this place the gardens were so beautiful .. Breakfast was wonderful and very delicious..” Read more

  • Ilona United States of America

    “Chalet Eiger is absolutely beautiful! Every little detail of that place creates sense of extreme comfort and luxury. It is new, it is modern, it is spacious...it is just wonderful! Nina and Peter are extremely helpful, friendly, and Nina makes excellent breakfasts too! If staying in Taupo, that’s your place to be!” Read more

  • Sara United States of America

    “Highly recommend for visiting Taupo. Peter and Nina are exceptional hosts. Great recommendations and insights. We had dinner and Nina made a fabulous meal. The room was perfect and I loved the king bed and large bath... perfect post hike. Can’t say enough great things about our stay.” Read more

  • Ruitens Switzerland

    “Fresh and tasty, and great table setting. It was very personal with a nice conversation.”

  • Grace New Zealand

    “We loved the friendly and helpful service. We also loved the comfort and enjoyed the company from the cute dogs! It was very relaxing and beautiful surrounded by lovely nature and the the place was very clean, tidy and exceptional! Beautiful views. Delicious breakfasts. Can’t fault any of it. Our room was absolutely beautiful and the jacuzzi was the absolute bees knees! A+ for everything!!!” Read more

  • Ingrid United States of America

    “Wonderful hosts and a most relaxing and friendly experience - if I'm back near Taupo this will certainly be where I will stay!”

  • Gabriela Mexico

    “Beautiful room and views Delicious home made breakfast Our hosts were awesome ”

  • Lesley United Kingdom

    “We had a lovely greeting by the family dogs. The room was lovely with some extra perks! cheese and wine in the fridge and breakfast was outstanding. The hosts even let us join them for a glass of wine when we arrived”

  • Jayson New Zealand

    “Peter and Nina where both very welcoming and great hosts. We had the Ruapehu room which came with the spa bath and it was amazing. Very clean and well maintained. Loved every bit of our stay.”

  • Murray New Zealand

    “The location was great, just out of town nice and quiet. Beautiful surroundings, lovely garden. The breakfast was excellent, nice juice options, coffee, croissants and the offer of a cooked breakfast all included in the price.”

Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Lake Taupo Hole in One Challenge
    3.4 miles
  • Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley
    3.4 miles
  • Taupo Bungy
    3.9 miles
  • Huka Prawn Park
    5 miles
  • Volcanic Activity Centre
    5 miles
  • Huka Jets
    7 miles
  • Huka Falls
    8.1 miles
  • Crazy Catz Adventure Park
    9.9 miles
  • Taupo Puzzle World
    10.1 miles
  • Ngaawapurua Rapids
    11.8 miles
Closest Airports
  • Taupo Airport
    4.3 miles
  • Rotorua Regional Airport
    44.6 miles
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Restaurant

    Food: Cantonese, Chinese, British, French, Italian, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Pizza, Seafood, Steakhouse, Thai, Australian, Local, Asian, European, Grill/BBQ

    Menu: À la carte

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Amenities of Chalet Eiger Great facilities! Review score, 10.0

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Room service
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Ski
  • Ski storage
Services & Extras
  • Tickets to shows/attractions Additional charge
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Happy hour
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Horseback riding Off-site Additional charge
  • Bowling
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Canoeing Off-site Additional charge
  • Library
  • Bicycle rental (additional charge)
  • Skiing Off-site
  • Fishing Off-site Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Chocolate/Cookies
  • Fruit
  • Bottle of water
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking
  • Secure parking
Transportation
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Ticket service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs & music for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Adults only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Honeymoon suite
  • VIP room facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Newspapers
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Full-body massage Additional charge
  • Couples' massage Additional charge
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Sauna

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2:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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6:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 15 are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed by request
NZD 50 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 15 and up are allowed)

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Chalet Eiger accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Chalet Eiger accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Please inform Chalet Eiger of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Chalet Eiger

  • The prices at Chalet Eiger may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Chalet Eiger has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Check-in at Chalet Eiger is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at Chalet Eiger can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Room options at Chalet Eiger include:

    • Suite

  • Chalet Eiger is 3.1 miles from the center of Taupo.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Chalet Eiger (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Private Parking
    • Secure parking
    • Accessible parking

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Chalet Eiger by:

    • Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 25min
    • Car 25min

  • Chalet Eiger offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bicycle rental (additional charge)
    • Skiing
    • Bowling
    • Library
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Facial treatments
    • Badminton equipment
    • Couples' massage
    • Horseback riding
    • Pedicure
    • Beauty services
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Makeup services
    • Bike tours
    • Foot bath
    • Full-body massage
    • Waxing services
    • Happy hour
    • Body treatments
    • Manicure
    • Spa/Wellness packages

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  • Staff 9.9
  • Facilities 10
  • Cleanliness 9.9
  • Comfort 9.9
  • Value for money9.4
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi 10
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