The Lakehouse Hotel

You will delight in this unique backpacker hotel. From the balconys enjoy fantastic sweeping views of Lake Rotorua, Mokoia Island and the surrounding distant mountains and ranges. Overlooking the historic Maori village of Ohinemutu and its magnificently carved meeting houses, the hot pools and geothermal activity, our place makes for a very unique experience. If you want to get away from the masses come to the Lake House Hotel and see for yourself.

The Hotel is in walking distance to city shops, tourist spots, the Lakefront with its many activities, Kuirau Park and its hot mud pools and many other beautiful walks. Voted as the Most Beautiful City for three years running, you will not be short on things to do.


With access to all balcony viewing areas and bars, guests can relax after a long day out and enjoy spectacular views from our lounge whilst enjoying refreshments from the private bar. Play a game a pool or listen to your sounds, watch the latest sports games or read a book from our viewing platform.

We have single, twin, 3 and 4 bed rooms as well as double beds. Our rooms are clean, beds are comfortable and fully made with linen and blankets. Extra blankets provided on request. Most rooms have handbasin, mirrors, handtowels and wardrobes.

All bathroom facilities are shared with seperate showers, toilet and baths at either end of the building. A kitchenette provides all the necessary cooking and storing facilities and our internet kiosk area is 24 hours.

Directions

By car south from Taupo: Follow the main street, which is Fenton Street, to the lakefront. Turn left onto Whakaue Street then turn right at round-about onto Lake Road and proceed straight through a second round-about (Lake Road). Continue up Lake Road to number 37 - 45 and you will find The Lake House Hotel on your right-hand side.

By car north from Auckland: Turn left off Fairy Springs Road at major intersection on to Lake Road. Continue along Lake Road until another set of lights, turn left at these lights. Continue up Lake Road a little way until number 37 - 45 where you will find The Lake House Hotel on your left-hand side, just before the village green and lakefront.

Facilities

Internet Access, Linen Included, Bar, Towels, Guest Kitchen, Free Carpark, Web access in lobby