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Based by the Lake - Hostel

Based by the Lake - Hostel

Taupo North Island
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
Immerse yourself in natural healing at Based by the Lake - Hostel, where thermal waters promise ultimate relaxation, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Taupo and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. This hostel is 6 minutes walk to Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and 20 minutes walk to Waikato River.

Unwind naturally with mini-refrigerator, complimentary high-speed WiFi, daily housekeeping, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with premium toiletries and access to rejuvenating hot springs. Conveniences include wheelchair-accessibility.

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Property Details

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.

  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Vending machine
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Shared microwave
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Free WiFi
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Skydiving on site
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Luggage storage
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • ATM/banking

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until anytime. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

The front desk is open during the following times:
  • Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive smart lock details.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Other details

At Based by the Lake - Hostel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Lake Taupo - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Waikato River - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
A.C. Baths - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Spa Thermal Park - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Maori Carvings - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Golf Club Taupo - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Taupo Hot Springs - 4.3 km / 2.6 mi
Three Mile Bay - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Huka Falls - 5.7 km / 3.5 mi
Craters of the Moon - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Wairakei International Golf Course - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
The nearest major airport is Taupo (TUO) - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Hotel policies

General

  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Essential workers only - NO
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets not allowed

Location

7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, North Island 3330, New Zealand
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Free WiFi
Number of restaurants - 1
Billiards or pool table
Number of bars/lounges - 1