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Baycrest Lodge

4.0 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near Lake Taupo

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On the shores of Lake Taupo, Baycrest Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with an outdoor pool and 8 hot springs. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and express check-in/check-out services. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and pristine property condition.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot springs
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar

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Deluxe Studio Suite | Balcony view

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Living area

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 58 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Murphy Bed

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Family Room with Balcony

Family Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 59 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio, Hot Tub

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, Hot Tub, Courtyard Area

Superior Apartment, Hot Tub, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Murphy Bed

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Studio with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
79 Mere Rd, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupo Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • A.C. Baths - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Huka Falls - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Baycrest Lodge

Baycrest Lodge offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupo. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences at this eco-friendly motel include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges NZD 4.00 for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service

Travelling with children

  • Pool gate

What to do

  • Hot springs
  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Skiing nearby

Working away

  • Conference space (624 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 1998
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Heated pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

There are 8 hot springs open between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of NZD 4.00

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Hot springs access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Baycrest Lodge
Baycrest Lodge Taupo
Baycrest Taupo
Flag Hotel Baycrest
Baycrest Lodge Motel
Baycrest Lodge Taupo
Baycrest Lodge Motel Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Does Baycrest Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Baycrest Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Baycrest Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Baycrest Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Baycrest Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Baycrest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Baycrest Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities such as skiing. Additional recreation on-site includes hot springs. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Does Baycrest Lodge have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a fridge and a microwave.

Does Baycrest Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Baycrest Lodge like?

Baycrest Lodge is in Taupō Central, a short 14-minute walk from Lake Taupo.

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Baycrest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Had a lovely stay in Taupo the motel room was perfect and the tub in the garden was extra bonus.
Jackie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room. Nice view of lake. Parking was a bit tricky w tight spots.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love staying here, Great location, amazing pool and spa. Great friendly service.
Julie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfy and spacious but a bit dated.
Nice spacious accommodation. Comfortable. A bit dated & the brochure pictures make it look better than we found it. Clive to the lake but had to drive to eateries.
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Personal thermal pool was good excellent one night stay
Graham John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our favourite stay in Taupo, spacious snd quiet. The hot pool is a definite bonus!
G, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great view. Really liked the layout of the apartment, the balcony, and the walk ability to nearby restaurants and the lake. The only downside is there's no elevator so you have to walk up to the second floor with your luggage, but it wasn't really a big deal. Very cute pool but not very large.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic 2 night visit
Over the top great! Excellent rooms, very friendly staff. Nice location just away from the downtown crowd. Our room had a beautiful garden with view of the lake. Best of all our very own mineral outdoor spa. We stayed two nights and used the spa constantly. You really need to stay here!
Steven, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pool, great view, good location
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Amazing stay in Taupo. Loved the thermal pool and used it every day. Great view of the Lake. Would recommend to family & friends
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay
Jennifer, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable quiet stay
Great repeat stay in this motel - 11 years apart. Quiet and comfortable room with spa bath and great view over the bay. About 2 kilometres from the town centre - 35 minute walk along the bay footpath.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious & quiet rooms, always clean & tidy.
Judith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic
My hubby and I stayed here for our 2nd time. Cannot fault it. Very relaxing and quiet. Definitely recommend this place. We will be back again
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lake life, great life
We are so happy we choose Baycrest. The room was amazing, very spacious, loved the kitchen(we didn’t make the best use of but next time we will). The highlight is the mineral thermal tub, amazing! Location is great for the lake access and walking distance to the downtown area. Staying at Baycrest is like staying with family. Thank you
Julian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
Jeremy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was ok. I’ve stayed in much worse and much better. Taupo is gorgeous and I felt it was a decent price for a beautiful place.
Mark d, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Wayne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location and great hospitality
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thermal pool was a true pleasure
Sharon, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The pool is amazing and quick and easy check in.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Lake view was a bonus we where not expecting
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely little gem with unexpected luxury. In-room spa tub, hot-tub temperature pool, heated towel rack, lovely view. Staff were very friendly and plenty of parking.
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love staying at Baycrest - it’s quiet, clean, has amazing showers and pillows and has everything you need for a relaxing stay!
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice quiet place to stay with beautiful lake views. Underfloor heating and heater pool make for a cosy stay
Antjedine, 3-night trip