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Set in tranquil surroundings with large landscaped grounds and a picturesque garden terrace with mountain views, Tongariro Crossing Lodge offers uniquely spacious rooms with historic character. A garden is featured. Clean rooms, comfortable stay. Louis was exceptionally friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend!

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9.1
Superb
381 reviews
Price from
US$145
per night

Boasting a terrace and room service, Hare's Rest is attractively set in Taupo, 31 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park and 31 km from Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley. This lodge has a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. Absolutely amazing stay. The oven was easy to start and heat the lodge. The food provided was delicious and homemade. Alli was super kind. We had a great stay

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9.7
Exceptional
49 reviews
Price from
US$199
per night

Set in Taupo, 38 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park and 38 km from Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley, The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge offers accommodation with free WiFi, a garden with a terrace, mountain views, and access to a sauna and a hot tub. Flying trout boutique lodge is one of the most beautiful places I have stayed in the world . We had a lovely suite upstairs with a panoramic view of lake Taupo . Breakfast is wonderful and Karen will insure you are pleased with everything served . Rob is helpful with area info and a few nights he drive us in to town for dinner . We would definitely stay at this charming lodge again - treat yourself if you are in lake Taupo

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9.6
Exceptional
88 reviews
Price from
US$417
per night

Situated in Ohakune in the Manawatu region and Turoa reachable within 23 km, Ruapehu Country Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi, BBQ facilities, a terrace and free private parking.

The lodge offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. A patio with garden views is offered in every unit. Breakfast was great - hand built to order with a lot of fresh and homemade ingredients. Sauna really helped after a day on the mountain. Grounds are beautiful and relaxing. Loved the sheep and alpacas.

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9.8
Exceptional
71 reviews
Price from
US$209
per night

Situated in Taupo, Lake Taupo Lodge features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

The lodge offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. A fridge and minibar are also available, as well as a kettle. The Lodge is absolutely lovely, incredibly comfortable beds, spacious rooms, wonderful ensuite wiht bath tub that has views, grounds are beautiful. the entire team is freindly, helpful and welcoming, nothing is too much trouble. It's an elegant and refined choice with a personal touch thats not found in large hotels. The breakfast was perfect, fresh, quality, beautifully cooked, stunningly presented and the coffee is also great. The location is lovely, quiet, relaxing and picture perfect.

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9.5
Exceptional
22 reviews
Price from
US$617
per night

Located in Raetihi in the Manawatu region and Turoa reachable within 31 km, Snowy Waters - The Old Nurses Home provides accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, a terrace and free private parking.

At the lodge guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. We were there for ski trip. I loved Sandy's service by giving us all the info about the mountain and how to be prepared with passes and mapping it out for us to make sure we get the best experience which I appreciated soo much! The place itself was soo clean and felt like home. Beautiful lounge area and clean kitchen and nice open outdoor area to enjoy food with the best view in the area! Highly recommend and I'll definitely be staying here on my next trip :)

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9
Superb
36 reviews
Price from
US$80
per night

Whakaipo Lodge has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Taupo, 38 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park.

The lodge offers a terrace.

Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley is 38 km from Whakaipo Lodge, while Great Lake Convention Centre is 11 km away. Taupo Airport is 18 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. The location was 10 minute drive from the centre of Taupo, breakfast was excellent. Angie and Garth were incredibly friendly giving us help with places to eat and all around the local area. Despite the cold weather in New Zealand for summer we had a fire in the lodge to keep us warm.

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9.3
Superb
16 reviews
Price from
US$376
per night

Set on 17 acres of countryside on the banks of the Waikato River, Huka Lodge boasts an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court, free airport transfers and a spa pool. It offers air-conditioned suites with a private terrace and lovely river views. Amazing views, super friendly staff, michelin quality food, great lodges and amenities

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9.8
Exceptional
32 reviews
Price from
US$2,613
per night

Offering garden views, River Birches in Turangi offers accommodation, a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

Some of the units feature a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Beautiful place - everything you need and more

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9.7
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
US$535
per night

A continental, Full English/Irish or American breakfast is available at the property. At the lodge you will find a restaurant serving Cantonese, Chinese and British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. Lovely room, awesome breakfast! Nina was great at making you feel welcome and had great suggestions for activities in and out of town. I would stay here again any time!

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9.9
Exceptional
42 reviews
Price from
US$434
per night

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