The owner was very warm and offered us lots of advice re activities in the area plus places to eat. The accommodation was excellent. We enjoyed stay plus our spa bath. Would have no problem recommending this accommodation. More

Stayed for two nights 8th & 9th April 2012. Very friendly welcome, with plenty of local advice from the owner. Nice pool area and lots of local information leaflets in the bar. Our room (17 i think) was on the first floor so we had great views from our balcony and even our bed across the lake. Very spacious room,... More

Our family really, really enjoyed our time staying at this beautiful Motel. The owners were extremely pleasant and accomodating and offered a lot of great advice about the sights to see in and around Taupo. The pool was wonderful and my kids spent a lot of time enjoying it as did my husband and I. We found our room was... More

The owners are not often at the front desk, but can usually be found quickly by ringing the bell (which we learned the second time...no note). We stayed in a "Super King Studio with Spa Bath & Views". We were a bit disappointed by the view, which is partially obstructed. Unfortuantely, the patio, which is partially enclosed by cheap plastic... More

The Baycrest is one of those motels which was probably great some time ago. When we arrived the owners were away and the stand in member of staff did an excellent meet and greet job although when faced with a basic question like using the coin operated laundry didn’t know the answers, a simple problem avoidable by putting instructions on... More

We just spend a week in Wellington which Was dirty and run down. So, we decided to drive to further north. "roughly 4hrs" the drive was amazing! My camera had a great workout! We found the bay crest lodge through the information centre. The owner was so warm and happy when we arrived! Gave us some great info were to... More

Large pleasant room, thermal tub a big bonus - book a ground floor to ensure this. Useful kitchenette which we used for breakfast. 20 to 30 minute walk along the lake to the town. Very good location for exploring thermal parks south of Rotarua and also the Tongariro national park ( chateau and the chair lifts - good fun). Highly... More

I would happily have stayed here for the whole of my trip! Or taken it with me. Fabulous views from room (11). Clean comfortable and friendly owner. Thermal pool was brilliant at the end of the day touring. I was lucky and had it to myself each afternoon. 10-15 minute walk into town. Couldn't fault anything here and perfect for... More

We were really impressed by the cleanliness of this lodge. The bed linen was pressed and there are heated towel racks in the bathroom. There was an on-site laundry room and an honor bar. The lodge was not on the water, but the upper rooms have views of the lake. You could walk to town if you didn't mind a... More