About this property
Elegant Accommodations: 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 11 mi from Taupo Airport, the lodge is near attractions such as Huka Falls (12 mi) and Great Lake Convention Center (6.8 mi). Guests can enjoy hiking and cycling activities.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jarno
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“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.”
Johan United States“Wonderful location Absolutely awesomely sincere and caring hosts There is NOTHING they could or should have done differently!”
Alanis
New Zealand“Clean, comfortable and fabulous. Felt very high end”- Anna
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“Breakfast and hosts really good. Room comfortable and private”
- Juliet
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.” - Robert
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...”
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Child policies
Children over 12 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
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 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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
