Due to some mutual miscommunication we arrived a day early but the owner greeted us warmly and graciously and he did everything he could to make us feel welcome. The Lodge was actually a magnificent home and the room was wonderful, with an outstanding view of Lake Taupo, and had every amenity. This is a very personal and intimate accommodation... More

Wouldn't bother there too unprofessional to return booking enquiries after 24hrs so I guess there closed and by the looks of it overpriced and doesnt live up to much. More

Lake Taupo Lodge is a "lodge" by New Zealand standards which means that 1) it is hosted by the resident owner 2) guests dine together at a meal prepared by the chef (no menu) 3) there is a "lodge experience" which include a more imitimate atmosphere and setting than a strictly commercial operation.So it really is a question of expectations.... More

Lake Taupo Lodge is nothing like what you see on the website. It is not a lodge, but a bed and breakfast. From the web page you are led to believe it is a lakeside lodge designed by Frank Lloyed Wright with a spa and luxury suites. It is extremely expensive. What we found when we arrived was a house... More

STayed 2 nights in one of the new rooms, which was very large and quite nice, with a deck overlooking the lake. Food was fantastic, service was excellent. Lodge is small, cozy and very one on one oriented. Location is very nice, perched on a hill overlooking the lake. More