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Based by the Lake ****

Hotel room
7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupō, New Zealand Map
Rated Very Good 4.2
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  • Wi-Fi
  • Adult Only

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About the Place

Based by the Lake is a 18+ hostel offering accommodation centrally located in Taupo, just minutes from the lake. Due to our awesome central location and being in the heart of town where the best Bars, clubs, restaurants and shops are, it can get a bit noisy on the weekends and especially public holidays. The property features free WiFi and free BBQ facilities. Based by the Lake offers basic dormitory-style rooms or private guest bedrooms with ensuite facilities. All of the accommodation is clean and modern and linen is included. Communal facilities include a shared kitchen. You can also soak up the sun on the sundeck which features views of the mountains. Based by the Lake is ideally positioned for enjoying all the activities in the region including Aratiatia Dam and Huka Falls. Activities such as bungee jumping, sky-diving and jet boating can all be arranged by the front desk.

Hotel Facilities

  • Adult Only
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Elevator
  • Kitchen
  • Essentials
  • Terrace
  • View
  • Bath

Room type

  • 4 Bed Ensuite Dormitory - No Children

     Sleeps 1
  • Double Room with Private Bathroom - No Children

     Sleeps 2
  • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room - Sanctuary - No Children

     Sleeps 1
  • Deluxe Double or Twin Room - No Children

     Sleeps 2
  • Budget Double Room - No Children

     Sleeps 3
  • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - No Children

     Sleeps 1
  • Standard Twin Room - No Children

     Sleeps 2
Location details and gay map for Taupō
The property is located: 7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupō, New Zealand
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Rules & conditions

Check-in:
from 2pm to 5pm
Checkout:
to 10am
Legal Name:
Pointon Hospitality Limited
Type of accommodation:
Agency Partner
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Accommodation policies

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

No parking available.

Pets are not allowed.

Children are not allowed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds.

Important information

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform Based by the Lake in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours. A damage deposit of NZD 500 is required. The host charges this 7 days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property. Please note that bookings for more than 2 guests in a dormitory room, bedding in the same room cannot be guaranteed. Please note that Based by the Lake does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.
Accepted payment methods
No creditcards accepted, only cash Mastercard Visa
Eftpos

Cancellation Policy

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