Title: Whakaipo Lodge - 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) # Whakaipo Lodge Luxury bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a restaurant ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6820000/6813500/6813439/703e5024.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Executive lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6820000/6813500/6813439/fbd77439.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Executive Studio Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6820000/6813500/6813439/6b1d35b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6820000/6813500/6813439/2682aea2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Executive Studio Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6820000/6813500/6813439/f816f35b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Whakaipo Lodge offers a quiet escape in Acacia Bay with daily breakfast and a manager's reception. Relax in the garden after cycling or spa treatments. Enjoy practical comforts like in-room WiFi and library access. This bed & breakfast completes your lakeside getaway. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - Laundry - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 5 - Nov. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=6813439&PinnedHotelID=6813439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=6813439&PinnedHotelID=6813439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 6 - Nov. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=6813439&PinnedHotelID=6813439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=6813439&PinnedHotelID=6813439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=6813439&PinnedHotelID=6813439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=6813439&PinnedHotelID=6813439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=6813439&PinnedHotelID=6813439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=6813439&PinnedHotelID=6813439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Executive Studio Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6820000/6813500/6813439/f816f35b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Studio Suite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished patio Air conditioning Refrigerator LED TV Premium bedding Bathrobes Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Studio Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6820000/6813500/6813439/417d1456.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Suite ### Highlights Furnished patio Air conditioning Refrigerator LED TV Premium bedding Bathrobes Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTaupo-Hotels-Whakaipo-Lodge.h6813439.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTaupo-Hotels-Whakaipo-Lodge.h6813439.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-38.68801%2C175.98352&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5dHpJGbED5lu8zBiPxe2aaAAW0o=) 1/504 Mapara Road, Acacia Bay, RD5, Taupo, Waikato, 3385 #### What's nearby - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 10 min drive - 10.7 km - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min drive - 11.0 km - Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 11 min drive - 11.0 km - Huka Falls - 16 min drive - 15.7 km - Taupō Hot Springs - 17 min drive - 14.9 km #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬11 min drive - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬12 min drive - ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪BUBU Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive - ‪Bodyfuel Café - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### Whakaipo Lodge Luxury bed & breakfast near Lake Taupō Free full breakfast, a free manager's reception, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Whakaipo Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this bed & breakfast. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library. Other perks include: - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and bicycle tour information - Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and helicopter/airplane tours Room features All guestrooms at Whakaipo Lodge boast comforts such as furnished patios and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Other amenities include: - Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards - 32-inch LED TVs with DVD players - Electric kettles and desks ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1375300/1375266/e1c19b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Lake Taupo Hilltop - Pool - Kids pool - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews CA $159 CA $183 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=1375266&PinnedHotelID=1375266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34600/34525/5c9a943a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Taupo Lodge Acacia Bay - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services 9.4 Exceptional 29 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=34525&PinnedHotelID=34525&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Chalet 3 | Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112980000/112975000/112974985/3b07e1f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Retreat Nukuhau - 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Pool - Hot tub - Free airport shuttle - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 943 reviews CA $169 CA $194 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=6033432&PinnedHotelID=6033432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Free manager's reception ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Bicycle storage - Bicycle tours - Helicopter/airplane tours - Hiking/biking trails - Library ### Family friendly - DVD player - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - No housekeeping service - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Spa - Massage ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Fireplace in lobby - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Free toiletries - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV - DVD player - iPod dock ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Iron/ironing board - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Host will greet you ### 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 ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: NZD 40 per room (one-way) - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent 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 This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit 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 Whakaipo Lodge Acacia Bay Whakaipo Lodge Whakaipo Acacia Bay Whakaipo Whakaipo Lodge Taupo Whakaipo Taupo Whakaipo Lodge Taupo Whakaipo Lodge Bed & breakfast Whakaipo Lodge Bed & breakfast Taupo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Whakaipo Lodge pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Whakaipo Lodge? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Whakaipo Lodge? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Whakaipo Lodge? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Does Whakaipo Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 40 per room applies. ### Where is Whakaipo Lodge located? > Located in Acacia Bay, this luxury bed & breakfast is within 9 mi (15 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 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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