Based by the Lake

4 stars
7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo 3330, New Zealand
Taupo, New Zealand
6,9
Okay
based on 1695 reviews
1 695 reviews
Wed 19/11
-
Thu 20/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R1 084
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
R1 084
Standard Room
R1 208
Deluxe room
R1 342
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Wed 19/11
Thu 20/11
Double room
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R1 084
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
R1 178
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
R1 235
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
R1 342
nightly with VAT
Standard Room
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R1 208
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
R1 242
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Amenities at Based by the Lake

  • Adults only
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Skiing
  • Horse riding
  • Mini-golf
  • Water park
  • Pool table

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Adults only
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Physical distancing rules
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Hand sanitiser in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Shared kitchen
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Higher-level toilet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Lake view
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Ski storage
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Earplugs
  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Reviews of Based by the Lake

6,9
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1695 verified ratings
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394
Very good
342
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365
Okay
183
Fair
185
Mediocre
90
Poor
136

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6.2
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Anonymous, Dec 2016
Pros (+) Location was easy and close to most things in town. The single stall toilets and showers were okay.
Cons (-) The rooms were really crowded. It's also really close to a couple of bars/clubs, so there was extremely loud music playing until around 2am.

Location

7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo 3330

What's nearby

  • Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery277 m
  • Taupo Bungy1.9 km
  • A.C. Baths2.5 km
  • Golf Club Taupo2.9 km
  • Taupo Hot Springs3 km
  • Waipahihi Botanical Gardens3.1 km
  • Owen Delany Park3.3 km
  • Craters of the Moon4.5 km
  • Huka Falls4.8 km
  • Wairakei International Golf Course5.6 km
  • L'Arte5.8 km
  • Huka Prawn Park7 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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FAQs when booking at Based by the Lake

  • Where is Based by the Lake located?

    Based by the Lake is located at 7 Tuwharetoa Street in Taupo CBD, 0,3 km from the centre of Taupo. Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery is the closest landmark to Based by the Lake.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Based by the Lake?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Based by the Lake.

  • Does Based by the Lake offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Based by the Lake offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Based by the Lake from the airport?

    Based by the Lake is 5,6 km from Taupo. Based by the Lake is 67,9 km from Rotorua.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7,8
0,3 km
Taupo
5,6 km

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