About this property

Beachfront Location: Waitahanui Lodge in Waitahanui offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or enjoy water sports facilities. The property features a beautiful garden and free WiFi throughout. Comfortable Accommodations: The motel provides family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and lake views. Each room includes a kitchen, washing machine, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include a coffee shop, laundry service, and outdoor seating areas. Local Attractions: Located 3.1 mi from Taupo Airport, the lodge is near attractions such as Great Lake Convention Center (8.1 mi) and Huka Falls (11 mi). Activities available include skiing, canoeing, cycling, and snorkeling. Guests appreciate the lakes, friendly host, and convenient location.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Top pick by families with children

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Raghunathan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Had a very good overnight stay at this property with my family. Anthony had kept the heat pump on and the entire place was warm upon arrival. Very comfortable bedding with electric blankets on all. Definitely recommend.
  • Dharani
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Activities and the location, foremost the hospitality was wonderful.
  • Denise
    United States United States
    Wonderful owners/staff. Loved the old style bach. Great location.
  • Cheng
    Singapore Singapore
    Location was beautiful, just by the taupo lake. The building was there since 1932, but it was well maintained with all the modern furniture fitting. The kitchen has all the necessary utensils. The beds are comfy. I will come back again. Cheers.
  • Karen
    Canada Canada
    Great spot on Lake Taupo Wonderful staff and amenities Felt very welcome
  • Roseanna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location location location ! Just 15 mins outside taupo, it’s a beautiful, quiet, idyllic find right on the water front with stunning views of the lake and a gorgeous afternoon sun that you watch into a sunset. The huts were beautiful and well...
  • F
    France France
    The owners were really nice and very warm. They even received us with milk and cookies! The location by the lake is without doubt the best part of the establishment. We enjoyed a very nice afternoon walk by the lake, we definitely won't forget...
  • Ilmars
    Australia Australia
    The location of this facility is right on the lake, absolutely beautiful. The owners Bron and Anthony could not do enough for our family and gave us fantastic dining recommendations along with really helpful and interesting local info.
  • Brunton
    New Zealand New Zealand
    10 minutes away from city center. Away from wondering traveller's soo perfect when you want to relax in the cabin admiring the lake views. Ant and bron are a major factor for our stay.
  • Victoria
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Super friendly helpful hosts, beautiful right by the lake, cosy kiwi bach vibes, yummy home made biscuit treat thank you :) nice and warm even in the winter, our room was warmed prior to our arrival which was awesome!

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House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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