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Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort

4.0 star property
Resort with free parking, a quick walk to Lake Karapiro

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Body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages
Property entrance
Reception
Indoor pool
Lake Karapiro is the backdrop for Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort, where guests unwind with aromatherapy spa services after active days. Enjoy coffee or tea by the cozy lobby fireplace, relax in outdoor seating areas, stay connected with WiFi, and explore the gift shop.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Floor plan

Premium Luxury Chalet (includes resort facilities)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Floor plan

Standard Luxury Chalet (includes Resort Facilities)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Luxury Chalet (Chalet Only)

Floor plan

Premium Luxury Chalet (Chalet Only)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Luxury Chalet (Chalet Only)

Floor plan

Standard Luxury Chalet (Chalet Only)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Karapiro, Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort is in a rural area. Hobbiton Movie Set is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Karapiro and Waikato River. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Grassroots Trust Velodrome or Cambridge Raceway. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, water skiing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
1002 Tirau Rd, RD2, Karapiro, Waikato, 3494

What's nearby

  • Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Cambridge Raceway - 14 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • St. Peter's School - 16 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 29 min drive - 19.0 miles
  • Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari - 34 min drive - 28.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Stags - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Karapiro Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hanoi Boy Vietnamese street food - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Boatshed - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Leamington Fresh Fish Supply - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort

Upscale resort near Lake Karapiro
At Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort, you can look forward to a fireplace in the lobby, a conference center, and a sauna. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub, and indulge in reflexology, a body treatment, or a hot stone massage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Massage treatment rooms, 2 meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • A gift shop and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort offer comforts such as private indoor hot tubs and premium bedding, in addition to perks like heated floors and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and designer toiletries
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, patios, and heated floors

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (452 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • 10 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in fee: NZD 150 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of NZD 250 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: NZD 150 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 7:00 AM
  • Housekeeping fee: NZD 120 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lakeside Health & Wellness
Lakeside Health Wellness Resort
Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort Resort
Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort Karapiro
Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort Resort Karapiro

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 7:00 PM– 7:00 AM for a fee of NZD 150.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Health & Wellness Resort located?

Situated in a rural location, this resort is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Karapiro and within 9 mi (15 km) of Cambridge Museum and Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Waikato River and Grassroots Trust Velodrome are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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