Title: Based by the Lake - Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Based by the Lake - Hostel Travelers can dive into adventure by day and unwind with lakeside drinks at night, creating the perfect balance of excitement and relaxation ## Photo gallery for Based by the Lake - Hostel ![Double Room - Based by the Lake - Hostel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60980000/60978900/60978844/e10ddc97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Based by the Lake - Hostel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60980000/60978900/60978844/fcbf58d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Based by the Lake - Hostel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60980000/60978900/60978844/2cefb4aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Based by the Lake - Hostel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60980000/60978900/60978844/867ba14c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Based by the Lake - Hostel (Taupo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60980000/60978900/60978844/51e89024.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Based by the Lake Hostel offers a welcoming atmosphere by the water. Guests enjoy laundry facilities, a restaurant, bar, in-room WiFi, friendly staff, a pool table, and luggage storage for a comfortable experience. Perfect for planning hiking trips or skydiving. ## Reviews 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar - Laundry - Housekeeping - Kitchen ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=60978844&PinnedHotelID=60978844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=60978844&PinnedHotelID=60978844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=60978844&PinnedHotelID=60978844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=60978844&PinnedHotelID=60978844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=60978844&PinnedHotelID=60978844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=60978844&PinnedHotelID=60978844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=60978844&PinnedHotelID=60978844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=60978844&PinnedHotelID=60978844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory ![Shared Dormitory](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60980000/60978900/60978844/7e3ec9f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Toaster Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60980000/60978900/60978844/e10ddc97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator LCD TV Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Toaster - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60980000/60978900/60978844/6b910030.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room 7.6 Good 5 reviews ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator LCD TV Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Toaster - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Basic Triple Room ![Basic Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60980000/60978900/60978844/a2db6adb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Triple Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Toaster Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTaupo-Hotels-Based-By-The-Lake.h60978844.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTaupo-Hotels-Based-By-The-Lake.h60978844.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Taupō Central, a neighborhood in Taupō, Based by the Lake - Hostel is in a shopping district and on a lake. A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Waikato River. Spa Thermal Park and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's hot springs, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, rock climbing, and mountain climbing nearby. [Visit our Taupō travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo.dx3571) [View more Hostels in Taupō](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hostels.d3571-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.68872%2C176.06966&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5XUsisbOW39K2YOaJqYf23QFJqs=) 7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, North Island, 3330 ### What's nearby - ![Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery which includes indigenous culture and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108148/85b9e1ac-522e-496d-ab35-273a79517548.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Taupō Museum and Art Gallery 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![rotorua lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974614317/4854363f-28cb-40d1-88c4-2e121bb56d0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Spa Thermal Park 2 min drive \- 2.2 km - ![Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108150/01b29e58-e4a9-4240-a58d-af1c460f5475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Taupō Hot Springs 3 min drive \- 3.2 km - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp 6 min walk \- 0.6 km ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) 12 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 4 min walk - Dixie Brown's Cafe 3 min walk - Cafe Baku 3 min walk - Replete Food Company 3 min walk - Waterside 2 min walk ## About this property ### Based by the Lake - Hostel Hostel near Lake Taupō You can look forward to laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant at Based by the Lake - Hostel. Adventurous travelers may like the hiking/biking and skydiving at this hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - A front-desk safe, ATM/banking services, and an elevator - Free newspapers, luggage storage, and a vending machine - A billiards/pool table - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Based by the Lake - Hostel have amenities such as free WiFi. 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Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - On a lake ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Handrails in stairways - Visual alarms in hallways - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower ### Food and drink - Cleaning supplies - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access - Stovetop - Toaster ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 5:00 AM) Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk, smart lock ### 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 Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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, debit cards, and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Based by the Lake Based By The Lake Hostel Taupo Based by the Lake - Hostel Taupo Based by the Lake - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Based by the Lake - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Taupo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Based by the Lake - Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Based by the Lake - Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Based by the Lake - Hostel? ### Where is Based by the Lake - Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Based by the Lake - Hostel Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.8 Cleanliness ### 7.2 Amenities ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 7.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 38 8 - Good 34 6 - Okay 24 4 - Poor 8 2 - Terrible 11 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian Aug 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent facilities and staff. Looking forward to staying there next time in Taupo. ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### david Dec 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Convenient, close to lake with views. Clean, friendly, would stay again. ##### david Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen Jan 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Awesome location Awesome location with everything you need ##### Helen Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rose Mar 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very central, easy parking and good service ##### Rose Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Tony Feb 2, 2024 Good place to stay in an excellent location. Ear plugs are included in room and were needed due to street party noise ##### Tony Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen Jan 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Close & easy A 2 night stay for the Taupō Summer Concert. A perfect place to stay as parked the car. & left it for the weekend as everything was walkable. ![Broken fan base](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5C112A95FA46765D18CE6DB7EC2EED9914A14D7A1706571112295.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from our balcony in 305](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C69773700840468C6D767FEE7B1F5BB2E369CF7B1706571112220.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Helen Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Raman Oct 26, 2024 It is good the price we paid for. It’s noisy and small room with bathroom which was nice and clean. Its value for money, no complaints! ##### Raman Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Uneak Sep 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This place was perfect for a couples get away plus a baby , we had a very simple room for the night. Double bed with own bathroom and a beautiful view of the lake and the mountains 😍 that’s all we needed. Only thing was the noise from the pubs across the road but we weren’t fussed on that either. Ild defs stay again ##### Uneak Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cecilia Jan 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great spot! Nice vibe. Huge kitchen with stuffed fridge worried me a bit on arrival (that it would be loud/party) but everyone was just friendly and chill. Very clean and nice environment, great location in town. Laundry facilities were always busy but I guess that can't always be helped on some dayes ##### Cecilia Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Liliana Aug 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Property was fine, room was clean and was fine. What I didn't like much was the kitchenette as the fridges weren't completely clean. ##### Liliana Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy Feb 16, 2024 Liked: Staff & service Very basic but all that we needed. We had an amazing view of lake and everything right at our doorstep. Only drawbacks were that there was no fridge in the room, the plumbing from the room next door was very noisy and there is no lift (we were on the third floor). All in all it was good value for money and suited our budget. ##### Wendy Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### David Jan 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Taupo Central We booked 2 ensuite rooms for 2 couples. The location was excellent. Checkin was great and the staff were pleasant. The rooms were tired but clean. My only negative is that it was very hot in the rooms especially at night and there was only a fan in one of the rooms that we booked. The staff told us that there were not enough fans for everyone. ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Craig Jan 18, 2024 Liked: Staff & service The Lake view from the third floor accommodation was excellant. But the lift which only went up one floor was in very poor shape, soon after elevating the lift, the system jerked quite violently, giving my partner and I quite a fright. ##### Craig Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Evelyn Nov 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good overall near the lake We had requested a twin room as we are sisters but had one large double bed. Not terrible but we would have preferred separate beds. The room was lovely and so were the amenities. The lobby could use some upgrading considering it’s the first thing people see when they walk in. Good overall and near the lake ##### Evelyn Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Adrienne Sep 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ensuite room Very clean and reception friendly. Bed just a bit uncomfortable. Needs a topper pad. Also a couple of folding chairs would save people sitting on bed. ##### Adrienne Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Juliette Sep 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff are super friendly and helpful and the shower in my room was amazing ##### Juliette Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Callan Dec 23, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice friendly staff, cozy private room ##### Callan ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie Apr 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Easy access to the township. An affordable stay, great value for money. ##### Jackie Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Siu Oct 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great digs for a short stop over, was a bit noisey at times due to thin walls but would stay here again and the staff were ever so helpful and informative thanks. ##### Siu Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shane Apr 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very tidy, friendly staff very helpful. ##### Shane Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Paul Feb 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A good back packers, but be aware of 3 flights of stairs if an issue for you. Shame it is opposite the party pub with lousy loud bands. ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Craig Jul 16, 2022 Liked: Staff & service Great affordable option in the heart of Taupo’s action. Highly recommend ##### Craig Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Sep 12, 2022 #### Location good …budget accommodation It was budget and won’t stay again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas Oct 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good service ##### Nicholas Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Apr 13, 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Convenience the only reason we stayed here We stayed here last year and booked again well ahead of time and were given a room on the noisy side and up on the top floor and the lift only goes to the first floor, it's got more run down since our last stay, no knob on toilet cistern, no teaspoons, no plug for hand basin and kitchen very rough ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025