Title: The Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # The Retreat Lakefront chalet with 2 hot tubs and an indoor pool ![Chalet 3 | Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/3b07e1f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Chalet 1 | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/1ed4d534.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Chalet 2 | Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/7a916192.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/96095443.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/d8767b3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Prices - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a garden, an outdoor entertainment area, and 2 hot tubs at The Retreat. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sep. 18 - Sep. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=112974985&PinnedHotelID=112974985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=112974985&PinnedHotelID=112974985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sep. 19 - Sep. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=112974985&PinnedHotelID=112974985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=112974985&PinnedHotelID=112974985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sep. 19 - Sep. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=112974985&PinnedHotelID=112974985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=112974985&PinnedHotelID=112974985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sep. 26 - 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1184 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/e989573f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet 4 ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchen Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Dishwasher Flat-screen TV - 1184 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Chalet 3 | Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/355a0e09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet 3 ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchen Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Dishwasher Flat-screen TV - 1184 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Chalet 7 | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/004be910.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet 7 ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchen Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Dishwasher Flat-screen TV - 1184 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/e989573f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet 6 ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchen Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Dishwasher Flat-screen TV - 1184 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Chalet 8 | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/36905b25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet 8 ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchen Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Dishwasher Flat-screen TV - 1184 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Chalet 1 | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/45e6670c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet 1 ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchen Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Dishwasher Flat-screen TV - 1184 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Lake view - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa 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-The-Retreat.h112974985.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTaupo-Hotels-The-Retreat.h112974985.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located on a river, The Retreat is in Nukuhau, a neighborhood in Taupō. A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Spa Thermal Park and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. Taupō Hot Springs and Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley are also worth visiting. [Visit our Taupō travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo.dx3571) [View more Chalets in Taupō](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Chalets.d3571-aaChalets.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-38.68655%2C176.06268&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=n3NKgFCp2VBCP83j0fpCQrc5M8Q=) 31 Rutherfurd Ln, Taupo, Waikato, 3330 ### What's nearby - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Taupō Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 3.9 km - Huka Falls - 7 min drive - 6.1 km ### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 17 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬3 min drive - Waterside - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Mira - ‬3 min drive - ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Retreat Lakefront chalet with 2 hot tubs and an indoor pool This chalet features an indoor pool, a garden, and gas grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. The Retreat offers 8 accommodations with washers/dryers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Accommodations at this 5-star chalet have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers. This Taupō chalet provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. 2 hot tubs are on site along with an indoor pool. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - 2 hot tubs - Indoor pool ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Family friendly - Fireplace gate ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Hair dryer - Separate bathtub and shower - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Outdoor areas - Free firewood - Furnished balcony/patio - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Walkway to water ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk ### Climate control - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Fee: NZD 40 per pet per stay - Service animals exempt from fees ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Guidebooks - Iron/ironing board - Local maps ### Location highlights - On a lake - On a river ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 8 units - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you ### Access methods Host will greet you, lockbox ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 40 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: NZD 40 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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; cash is not accepted Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as The Retreat Taupo The Retreat Chalet The Retreat Chalet Taupo ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Retreat have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Retreat? > As of Sept 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Retreat on Oct 13, 2025 start from CA $236.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-The-Retreat.h112974985.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 40 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at The Retreat? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Retreat? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Retreat? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Retreat located? > Located in Nukuhau, this luxury chalet is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Taupō, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Waikato River are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? 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