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Lake Karapiro Lodge

4.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with free breakfast and a sauna

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Versace Suite | Balcony
Terrace/patio
Aerial view
Free daily full breakfast
Exterior
Lake Karapiro Lodge sits within reach of Maungatautari Ecological Island and the Hobbiton Movie Set. Guests start their day with a full breakfast before choosing between relaxation in the sauna, a soak in the spa tub, or sunshine beside the seasonal pool.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Lakeview Suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Lakeview Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 King Beds

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Sir Tristram Suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Sir Tristram Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 80 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Versace Suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Versace Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 80 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
1829F Tirau Rd, Karapiro, 3484

What's nearby

  • Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 17 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Cambridge Raceway - 20 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 21 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • St. Peter's School - 22 min drive - 17.7 miles
  • Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari - 26 min drive - 22.0 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Dragon Inn - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Shire's Rest - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪BP - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alley Cats - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Baker - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Lake Karapiro Lodge

Luxury hotel near Lake Karapiro
Located close to Maungatautari Ecological Island and Hobbiton Movie Set, Lake Karapiro Lodge provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Lake Karapiro Lodge boast perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Communal living room
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from November 01 to April 30

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Lake Karapiro Lodge
Lake Karapiro Lodge Hotel
Lake Karapiro Lodge Karapiro
Lake Karapiro Lodge Hotel Karapiro

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Karapiro Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Lake Karapiro Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lake Karapiro Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Karapiro Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Lake Karapiro Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Karapiro Lodge located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Karapiro and within 12 mi (20 km) of Maungatautari Ecological Island and Hobbiton Movie Set.

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