Lake Taupō Lodge - New Zealand
Rating: 5 - STAR Boutique
Lake Taupo Lodge – 5-Star Lakeside Luxury in Acacia Bay
Lake Taupo Lodge is a five-star luxury boutique retreat set within beautifully landscaped gardens, offering sweeping views of Lake Taupō and the surrounding volcanic mountains. Inspired by the architectural style of Frank Lloyd Wright, the lodge blends natural materials and design with its tranquil lakeside setting. Known for warm hospitality and elegant service, it provides a refined sanctuary for couples and discerning travellers.
The lodge features six individually designed executive suites, each with distinctive character and luxurious amenities. Spacious interiors, private outdoor areas, and garden or lake views create an atmosphere of relaxation and exclusivity. Guests can enjoy gourmet dining, manicured gardens, and inviting lounges while immersing themselves in one of New Zealand’s most scenic locations.
Distances to Key Locations:
Taupō Township: Approximately 5 km, around a 10-minute drive
Huka Falls: Approximately 10 km, around a 15-minute drive
Tongariro Alpine Crossing: Approximately 100 km, around a 1½–2 hour drive
Wellington: Approximately 370 km, around a 4½–5 hour drive
Dining
Gourmet Lodge Dining
Lake Taupo Lodge offers an elegant dining experience with a strong focus on the freshest local and seasonal produce. A gourmet cooked breakfast is included in every stay, served in the dining room overlooking the gardens and lake. Guests can also enjoy a lighter continental breakfast if preferred. Evening dining is available by prior arrangement, featuring a carefully curated multi-course menu paired with fine New Zealand wines. With only a small number of guests accommodated at the lodge, meals are intimate and highly personalised, creating a refined yet welcoming atmosphere.
Laundry & Dry-Cleaning Services
Lake Taupo Lodge provides laundry and dry-cleaning services on request, ensuring guests enjoy comfort and convenience during their stay. This is especially helpful for those on extended journeys through New Zealand.
Facilities & Guest Services
Hospitality & Convenience
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the lodge
Guest lounges with open fireplaces, art, and library spaces
Landscaped gardens with sweeping views over Lake Taupō
On-site parking available for guests
Concierge services for activity planning, transfers, and local recommendations
Technology & Lifestyle
Suites feature flat-screen TVs with Sky channels and entertainment options
High-speed broadband internet in all guest suites
Tea and coffee-making facilities, with Nespresso machines in selected suites
Luxury New Zealand-made toiletries and bathrobes provided
Comfort
Super king beds with premium linens, duvets, and pillows
Spacious ensuite bathrooms with underfloor heating and walk-in showers
Private outdoor seating areas with lake or garden views
Central heating throughout the property for year-round comfort
Accommodation Options
Lake Suite
The Lake Suite is the lodge’s premier room, offering sweeping views over Lake Taupō and the surrounding mountains. Spacious and elegantly designed, it features a plush super king bed, a large ensuite bathroom with underfloor heating, luxury New Zealand-made toiletries, and a walk-in shower. A private outdoor seating area overlooking the gardens and lake creates the perfect space to relax. Guests also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV with Sky channels, and tea and coffee-making facilities.
Bed Options:
1 Super King bed (can be split into two singles)
Pines Suite
The Pines Suite combines comfort and seclusion, set among mature trees within the landscaped gardens. This generously sized suite includes a super king bed, ensuite bathroom with underfloor heating, luxury toiletries, and a walk-in shower. Large windows bring in natural light and views of the gardens, while a private seating area offers a tranquil place to unwind. Guests have access to complimentary Wi-Fi, Sky TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities.
Bed Options:
1 Super King bed (can be split into two singles)
Cherrywood Suite
The Cherrywood Suite is a warm and inviting space, designed with soft tones and views across the gardens. It offers a super king bed, ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, underfloor heating, and boutique New Zealand amenities. Guests enjoy modern comforts including complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV with Sky channels, and tea and coffee-making facilities. A peaceful retreat, it blends homely charm with understated luxury.
Bed Options:
1 Super King bed (can be split into two singles)
Frank, Lloyd & Wrights Suites
The Frank , Lloyd & Wright Suites reflects the architectural style of Frank Lloyd Wright, with clean lines and natural finishes that complement the lodge’s design. It features a super king bed, ensuite bathroom with underfloor heating, walk-in shower, and premium New Zealand-made toiletries. The suites includes complimentary Wi-Fi, Sky TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Garden outlooks and a calm atmosphere make it ideal for relaxation.
Bed Options:
1 Super King bed (can be split into two singles)