Whakaipo Lodge

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

Experience world-class service at Whakaipo Lodge

Elegant Accommodation: Whakaipo Lodge in Taupo offers a 5-star lodge experience with a beautiful garden and terrace. Guests enjoy free WiFi, ensuring connectivity during their stay. Comfortable Amenities: The lodge features air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Additional amenities include bathrobes, hypoallergenic bedding, and soundproofing. Convenient Facilities: Whakaipo Lodge provides a paid shuttle service, lounge, beauty services, and a coffee shop. Outdoor seating areas and bike hire cater to active guests. Local Attractions: Located 18 km from Taupo Airport, the lodge is near attractions such as Huka Falls (19 km) and Great Lake Convention Centre (11 km). Guests can enjoy hiking and cycling activities.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Anna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was 10 minute drive from the centre of Taupo, breakfast was excellent. Angie and Garth were incredibly friendly giving us help with places to eat and all around the local area. Despite the cold weather in New Zealand for summer we had...”
Linda
New Zealand New Zealand
“Breakfast and hosts really good. Room comfortable and private”
Juliet
Australia Australia
“Exceptional hospitality, beautiful home cooked breakfast and canapés on arrival using local produce. Certainly not cheap but warm and welcoming and certainly for overseas visitors a memorable authentic New Zealand experience.”
Jarno
United States United States
“The hosts, Angie and Garth, are the best! We felt so welcomed and loved our stay. Angie is a fantastic cook, so don't miss out on afternoon tea, canapes and an amazing breakfast. Feeding and petting their sweet lil sheep was the cherry on top....”
David
United States United States
“Incredible hospitality. Garth and Angie did EVERYTHING to make us feel comfy. Delicious breakfast, so quiet in a truly lovely setting. And a sheep visit as an added bonus.”
Robert
Germany Germany
“Die Besitzer der Lodge, Garth und Angie, sind zwei der charmantesten Menschen, die wir je getroffen haben. Der Aufenthalt in ihrer Lodge war herrlich, mit viel Geschichtenerzählen, gutem Essen und Wein, und die Schafe, die aus ihrem Stall...”
Johan
United States United States
“Wonderful location Absolutely awesomely sincere and caring hosts There is NOTHING they could or should have done differently!”
Alanis
New Zealand New Zealand
“Clean, comfortable and fabulous. Felt very high end”

Property surroundings

Facilities of Whakaipo Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Breakfast

House rules

Whakaipo Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please let Whakaipo Lodge know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please inform Whakaipo Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.