Hilton Lake Taupo Hotel, Taupo
About the Hotel
Nestled near New Zealand's largest lake, Hilton Lake Taupo offers magnificent views over the lake and surrounding volcanic scenery. The hotel features a blend of 19th-century charm and modern amenities while being only 10 minutes from Taupo town center. It's positioned as a convenient destination for both leisure and business travelers, providing easy access to outdoor activities in the central North Island. Guests can relax and enjoy a unique dining experience with locally sourced flavors showcased by renowned chefs.
Location
Hilton Lake Taupo is strategically located just 6 miles from Taupo and 55 miles from Rotorua, making it ideal for accessing numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and golfing. The hotel is a 2-minute walk from Taupo Hot Springs and within walking distance to Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Parking options include complimentary self-parking and secure EV charging stations.
Rooms
All 113 guest rooms include modern comforts such as air conditioning, bathrobes, and 24-hour room service. Guests can choose from various accommodations, including spacious rooms, Junior Suites, and self-contained apartments. Rooms feature private balconies offering stunning views of Lake Taupo or the hotel's pool and thermal springs. Wireless internet access is available upon request, along with complimentary access to the fitness center and spa facilities.
Eat & Drink
Bistro Lago, the on-site restaurant, is a local favorite known for its views over Lake Taupo and a menu crafted by Executive Chef Gareth Stewart. The restaurant highlights quality local produce and offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily either inside or on the balcony. Guests can also choose to have private sit-down dinners for a more intimate dining experience in the picturesque setting.
Leisure & Business
The hotel features an outdoor thermally heated pool, a hot tub, and tennis courts available for guest use. A fitness center is also on-site and includes ample space for workouts, with sliding doors that open to the outdoor areas. Business travelers have access to seven A/V-equipped meeting rooms and event spaces, ideal for gatherings and conferences, providing a scenic backdrop for successful meetings.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Elevator
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Canoeing
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Fishing
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Spa center
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Paid Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel is a great find with clean, spacious rooms and lovely facilities. Dining was satisfactory, but a bit pricey for the offerings.
I was impressed with the fantastic view of Mt Tauhara from the Historical Part of the Hilton. The rooms had air conditioning and quick internet, but I was disappointed as my ground floor room only offered a tiny view of the lake from the courtyard.
Staying in the Historical Part of the Hilton was a mixed experience. The rooms were spacious with brilliant lake views and convenient amenities, but the service was lacking at times and the location was not as private as expected for the price in Taupo.
The hotel felt like a home away from home with all the gadgets I needed, but unfortunately, my room was falsely advertised as having a main lake view. Instead, I had to go out into the courtyard to catch a glimpse of the lake from the ground floor. The service was lovely overall, but there was an unexpected additional charge for choosing a different coffee type. The location was relaxing and handy, although a bit distant from downtown. The dining experience was nice, but I had hoped for something more special from a 5-star hotel.
The hotel offers well-appointed rooms with very clean and spacious accommodations. The large balcony provides excellent views of the lake. The staff service is top-notch, and the grounds are tidy. The outside pool is heated nicely. However, being on the ground floor, my garden view was somewhat obscured by the landscape, offering only a peek of the lake.
The hotel is conveniently located on top of a hill with magnificent views of Lake Taupo. The rooms were spacious and clean, but lacked a coffee machine. The service provided by the friendly and helpful staff was professional. The dining experience was outstanding with delicious options, although some breakfast items were unavailable. The facilities were well-maintained and enjoyable.
The hotel had beautifully appointed rooms with sweeping views over the lake, but was very overpriced for what we considered a basic room. The service was a mix of friendly and helpful staff but also slow at reception, allowing unsupervised children to disturb other guests. The location, while lovely to walk through, was too noisy after 10 pm. The dining experience was good overall, with some lapses in service. The facilities were decent but not exceptional.
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