Whakaipo Lodge
1/504 Mapara Road, 3385 Taupo, New Zealand – Excellent location - show map
Whakaipo Lodge
Experience world-class service at Whakaipo Lodge
Set in Mapara Valley, adjacent to the stunning Whakaipo Bay Reserve on Lake Taupo, Whakaipo Lodge offers guests free WiFi. Guests can enjoy beautiful views and see native birds from their private patio. Meet sheep and lambs on the lodge farm. Gourmet breakfast and afternoon tea are included and complimentary canapes with a glass of New Zealand wine or locally-brewed craft beer can be enjoyed with the Lodge hosts each evening. Relax by the fireplace in the shared lounge, or speak to your hosts about what to see or do in the local area. The boutique, luxury lodge is a 3-minute drive from Lake Taupo and a 10-minute drive from Taupo town centre. It is a 5-minute drive from Acacia Bay and a 15-minute drive from AC Baths and Thermal Hot Pools. The closest airport is Taupo Airport, 15 km from the property. Whakaipo Lodge, Lake Taupo offers heated and air conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV, and a DVD player. The en suite bathrooms have free toiletries and a hairdryer.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Breakfast
Property practices
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Guests who stayed here loved
- LLindaNew Zealand“Breakfast and hosts really good. Room comfortable and private”
- JulietAustralia“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.”
- KeithNew Zealand“Whakaipo Lodge was a superb place to stay in every way. The owners, Garth & Angie went beyond the call to make our stay memorable & easy to highly recommend from the welcome, to the pre dinner drinks & canapes, the sharing of local knowledge &...”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Whakaipo LodgeGreat facilities! Review score, 9.6
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
- Garden view
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- FishingAdditional charge
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- CD player
- DVD player
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Accessible parking
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Electric blankets
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Make up services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- MassageAdditional charge
- English
House rulesWhakaipo Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children older than 12 years 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.
The fine printNeed-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.
FAQs about Whakaipo Lodge
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The prices at Whakaipo Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Room options at Whakaipo Lodge include:
- Double
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Check-in at Whakaipo Lodge is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Whakaipo Lodge is 4.3 miles from the centre of Taupo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Whakaipo Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Walking tours
- Beauty Services
- Bicycle rental
- Make up services
- Body scrub
- Facial treatments
- Tour or class about local culture
- Body treatments
- Bike tours
- Waxing services