Located in Waitahanui, 49 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, Waitahanui Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and water sports facilities. 49 km from Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley and 13 km from Great Lake Convention Centre, the motel offers a private beach area. The motel features lake views, a barbecue, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Guest rooms are equipped with a fridge, oven, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at the motel have a garden view. At Waitahanui Lodge each room comes with bed linen and towels. À la carte and continental breakfast options are available daily at the accommodation. Activities such as skiing, snorkelling, canoeing can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. Taupo Events Centre is 16 km from Waitahanui Lodge, while Huka Prawn Park is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 5 km from the motel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
3 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Waitahanui
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Raja
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Location on the beach, friendly & welcoming hosts.
  • Jurawan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely personal touch Anthony even helped with the smoker for our fish! Mentioned few fishing areas and walks as well Friendly staff with comfortable facilities
  • Eila
    Finland Finland
    Super clean. Very friendly and helpful staff. Beauticul location by the Lake Taupo.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Waitahanui Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Pub crawls
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Mini golf
  • Snorkelling
  • Bowling
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    General
    • Electric blankets
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Wellness
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Waitahanui Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 21:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 10:00

     

    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 room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    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.

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Cash is not accepted Waitahanui Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    FAQs about Waitahanui Lodge

    • Room options at Waitahanui Lodge include:

      • Family

    • Waitahanui Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Skiing
      • Bowling
      • Snorkelling
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Darts
      • Beachfront
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Bike tours
      • Movie nights
      • Live music/performance
      • Water sport facilities on site
      • Beach
      • Walking tours
      • Private beach area
      • Pub crawls

    • The prices at Waitahanui Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Waitahanui Lodge is 350 yards from the centre of Waitahanui. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Waitahanui Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.