Based by the Lake
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Based by the Lake
Hostel
Health Protected
7 Tūwharetoa Street, Taupo, Waikato 3330, New Zealand
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A stay at Based by the Lake - Hostel places you in the heart of Taupo, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Taupo and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Waikato River.Show More
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3.5/5Location: 3.6
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Amenities
Golf CourseSkiingHorse RidingHikingAirport Pick-up ServiceAirport Shuttle ServiceBarBilliards RoomRestaurantWater Park
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Surroundings
Airport: Taupo Airport
(7.8 km)
Landmarks: Ernest Kemp Cruises
(490m)
Landmarks: AJ Hackett Taupo Bungy & Swing
(1.8 km)
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Rooms
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Services & Amenities
Standard Twin Room (No Children)
2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bath
Lake View
Heating
In-room Wi-Fi
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2
Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room - Sanctuary - No Children
1 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bath
City View
Lake View
Balcony
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2
Budget Double Room
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bath
City View
Electric Fan
Hair Conditioner
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4
4 Bed Ensuite Dormitory - No Children
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bath
City View
Heating
In-room Wi-Fi
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Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room-No Children
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bath
City View
Heating
In-room Wi-Fi
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Deluxe Double Room
1 Queen bed or 2 Single bed
12m² | Floor: 1-3
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bath
TV
Lake View
Electric Fan
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2
Basic Triple Room
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bath
Refrigerator
Cleaning Tools
In-room Wi-Fi
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3
Shared Dormitory Room
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bath
Refrigerator
Cleaning Tools
In-room Wi-Fi
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9
Double Room with Private BathRoom
1 Double bed
10-12m² | Floor: 1-3
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bath
TV
City View
Lake View
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Guest Reviews(52)
3.5/5
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness3.5
- Amenities3.5
- Location3.6
- Service3.5
보갱스타
March 14, 2024
The location was perfect!! highly recommend.
but in the night, there was noise a bit from the bar in the 1st floor.
Guest User
March 21, 2024
Very well located with views of Lake Taupo. The kitchen and bathroom are very clean and complete.
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Craig
January 18, 2024
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 ****ed quite violently, giving my partner and I quite a fright.
David
January 14, 2024
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.
Cecilia
January 12, 2024
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
Anne
January 7, 2024
Awful night at BATL .. situated next to a noisy late live music bar which was open until 3AM... no sleep until and other guests were complaining also. I was wearing ear plugs also. Terrible night and ruined my next day as had full itinerary planned but had to change plans. Very let down, will never stay again and would state to anyone who wants some normal sleep NOT to stay here at all.. oh yes and kettle didnt work so that was just the last straw this morning when i left very early.
Rinna
November 24, 2023
Horrible noisy beds. No lockers. Wifi was not working at all and when I mentioned this to the staff they said I should go to McDonald's. Loud at night. Everything was quite old and not fresh.
Evelyn
November 20, 2023
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
Silvia
October 24, 2023
Terrible stay. After our key card didn't work we couldn't get into our room for ages. The staff on the night referred us to management for a refund who have just been plain rude. I will never stay there again and can't recommend to anyone. Dirty and tired property.
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–17:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Thurs, Sun]08:00–17:00, [Fri-Sat]08:00–05:00 the next day
Child Policies
Children cannot stay at this hotel.
Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | NZD 5.00 per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
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Health Protected
Cleanliness
- 3.5/5
Cleaning & disinfecting
- Rooms are disinfected between stays
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 61
A stay at Based by the Lake - Hostel places you in the heart of Taupo, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Taupo and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Waikato River.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
At Based by the Lake - Hostel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Make yourself at home in one of the 34 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
At Based by the Lake - Hostel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Make yourself at home in one of the 34 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Golf Course
Skiing
Horse Riding
Hiking
Airport Pick-up Service
Airport Shuttle Service
Bar
Billiards Room
Restaurant
Water ParkAdditional charge
Luggage StorageAdditional charge
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
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