Whakaipo Lodge

Luxury bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Executive Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Breakfast included
Air conditioning
Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Studio Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LED TV

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Executive Studio Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LED TV

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Pool
Kids pool
Free WiFi
Restaurant

About the neighborhood

1/504 Mapara Road, Acacia Bay, RD5, Taupo, Waikato, 3385

What's nearby

Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles
Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
A.C. Baths - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles
Huka Falls - 16 min drive - 9.7 miles
Taupo Hot Springs - 17 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

Taupo (TUO) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬11 min drive
‪Bubu Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive
‪Dixie Brown's - ‬11 min drive
‪Kfc - ‬11 min drive
‪Vine Eatery & Bar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Whakaipo Lodge

Luxury bed & breakfast near Lake Taupo

Free full breakfast, a free manager's reception, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Whakaipo Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy hiking/biking at this bed & breakfast. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.

Other perks include:

Free self parking
Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
Helicopter/airplane tours, a front-desk safe, and a fish cleaning table

Room features

All guestrooms at Whakaipo Lodge boast comforts such as furnished patios and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.

Other amenities include:

Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards
32-inch LED TVs with DVD players
Electric kettles and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Free full breakfast
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Free manager's reception

Things to do

Bicycle rentals
Bicycle storage
Bicycle tours
Helicopter/airplane tours
Hiking/biking trails
Library

Family friendly

DVD player
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
No housekeeping service
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Spa

Massage

Accessibility

No elevator

Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch LED TV
DVD player
iPod dock

Food and drink

Electric kettle
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments

There is no front desk at this property

The host will greet guests on arrival

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Airport shuttle fee: NZD 40 per room (one-way)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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, 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; cash is not accepted

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Cashless transactions are available

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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Whakaipo Lodge Acacia Bay

Whakaipo Lodge

Whakaipo Acacia Bay

Whakaipo

Whakaipo Lodge Taupo

Whakaipo Taupo

Whakaipo Lodge Taupo

Whakaipo Lodge Bed & breakfast

Whakaipo Lodge Bed & breakfast Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Is Whakaipo Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Whakaipo Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whakaipo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Whakaipo Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Whakaipo Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 40 per room applies.

Where is Whakaipo Lodge located?

Located in Acacia Bay, this luxury bed & breakfast is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Taupo, Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp. Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Waikato River are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Whakaipo Lodge Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

A lovely warm welcome by our hosts. Great conversation and a wonderful dinner cooked and served to perfection. Garth and Angie made my birthday celebration visit really special and both Jacqui and I highly recommend Whakaipo Lodge for their excellence in all aspects.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

My wife and I stayed three nights at the Whakaipo Lodge as part of a 12 day NZ vacation. We have traveled to many countries and stayed and some wonderful venues. My wife and I agree that Whakapio Lodge ranks as our favorite. Angie and Garth are amazing hosts. The room we had was spacious, private, modern, comfortable and spotlessly clean. Breakfast is not an afterthought but a great home cooked meal. Wine (Garth knows wines) and canapés (by Angie) was a great way to end the day. We opted for a three course dinner one night and it was a great treat. Thank you Garth and Angie for making our stay so memorable!

10/10

Great stay, amazing hosts, beautiful environment with a lovely warm suit. Enjoyed the wine, and excellent breakfast to set us up for the day.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10

Amazing all around. Angie and Garth are incredible hosts, the lodge itself is fantastic, clean, comfortable and relaxing. Cute lambs and nice farm area if you want to explore, beautiful walks and biking trails nearby. The food and service was impeccable. We got afternoon tea on arrival, a complimentary glass of wine and delicious breakfast the next morning. I would go back In a heartbeat!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10

Angie and Garth have a special arrangement with guests where they serve canapés and drinks every evening in the lounge {with it’s warm log fire}. Gives the opportunity for more conversation and information when touring.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10

The owners were great. The location was excellent and the meals were a treat.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10

The hospitality was above anything I have experienced before. Angie & Garth provided local and country recommendations that were very helpful. We shared a lovely evening with our host and fellow travelers discussing travel and current events. Angie & Garth provided evening appetitizers and wine. We also arranged to have a delicious dinner on site. Breakfast and dinner included foods from their garden and everything was outstanding. I would recommend staying with Angie & Garth.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10

Our hosts were superior. They were so generous in spirit and helpful. They made our time with them sublime.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10

Angie and Garth are really fine, intelligent, fun and professional hosts, providing a warm welcome, excellent food and truly top notch conversation. If you like the bed and breakfast experience, you'll love it here. If you are hesitant about the bed and breakfast experience, this will change your mind. You will never be more comfortable than here. Perfect accomodation, great touring recommendations, and a perfect, warm, friendly stay on a beautiful, quiet property.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

10/10

Angie and Garth served wonderful food and drink, and made our stay wonderful. We would highly recommend this B and B. Great value for dollar.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10

Ein kleines Stück Paradis. EIn wunderschönes und sehr gepflegtes Anwesen und die Gastgeber Angie und Garth sind sehr gastfreundlich und zuvorkommend. Das Frühstück war einfach nur perfekt, alles mit einheimischen Produkten und vorzüglich zubereitet. Die Gastgeber haben uns viele Informationen mitgegeben und waren sehr unterhaltsam. Diese Unterkunft ist sehr empfehlenswert.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017