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Based by the Lake, 7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo
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3.5
HOTEL RATING: 
GOOD
3.5 out of 5 (1682 Ratings)
0.3 miles from Taupo centre
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Hotel Description
Based by the Lake offers accommodations centrally located in Taupo just minutes from the lake. Due to our awesome central location and being in the heart of town where the best Bars Clubs Restaurants and shops are it can get a bit noisy on the weekends and especially public holidays. The property features free WiFi free BBQ facilities . Based by the Lake offers basic dormitory-style rooms or private guest bedrooms with private bathrooms. All of the accommodations is clean and modern and linen is included. Communal facilities include a shared kitchen. You can also soak up the sun on the sundeck which features views of the mountains. Based by the Lake is ideally positioned for enjoying all the activities in the region including Aratiatia Dam and Huka Falls. Activities such as bungee jumping sky-diving and jet boating can all be arranged by the front desk.

Check-in time: 14:00   Check-out time: 10:00
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Amenities View More
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Free Internet
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Non Smoking
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Accessible
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Free Breakfast
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Pets Allowed
Other Amenities
` Golf Course
` Safety Deposit Box
` Skiing
` Bar
` BBQ facilities
` Fishing
` Billiards
` Canoeing
` Hiking
` Cycling
` Heating
` Mini golf
` Ski storage
` Shared kitchen
` Water park
` Adult only
` vending machine
` Designated Smoking Area
` Free Wi-Fi
` Horseback Riding
` Live entertainment
` Restaurant(s)
` Sun Deck
` Daily Housekeeping
` Happy Hour
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Board games/puzzles
` Emergency cord in bathroom
` Outdoor furniture
` Outdoor fireplace
` Key access
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Process in place to check health of guests
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Free face masks
` Electronic room key
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Laundry services
` Lower bathroom sinks available
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Tour services
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Accessible toilet

Based by the Lake Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Good (3.5 out of 5)

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5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Michelle Tue, 18 February 2025

Great location

Liked: Location is phenomenal
Disliked: Could be cleaner.Had to climb over laundry bags to get up the stairs

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Peneha Tue, 18 February 2025

It Was what it was,...

Liked: The staff were awesome. The room was soo hot but staff searched the other rooms that werent occupied and bought us a fan.
Disliked: The bed we had the bottom bunks was broken, so was trying to be extra careful we didnt want it to colapse on us.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Daniel Tue, 18 February 2025

Very good

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Brogan Sun, 16 February 2025

Pleasant

Liked: Good location
Disliked: Bed wasn't very comfortable

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Zhi Sun, 16 February 2025

Nice property

Liked: The front desk Casey is very helpful
Disliked: Nothing

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Roberts Sun, 16 February 2025

Superb

Liked: Great location, couldn’t be more central
Disliked: Ideally would’ve liked some hand soap and shower gel to be provided

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Anna Sat, 15 February 2025

Good

1.5

Poor - 1.5 out of 5

Garth Sat, 15 February 2025

Totally Disappointed

Liked: Shower - lots of hot water, strong flow
Disliked: No lift to second floor. Not good on old knees. Second flight of stairs were narrow and steep. Shower door opens inwards so a squeeze to get in. No toilet seat cover. Lack of rails or hooks in bathroom. Sliding door to bathroom needed Atlas to slide it open!! And it was noisy when sliding open. Premises are across the road from some nightclub that pounds out super loud music till 3am!!! This was NOT mentioned in the property advert, otherwise we would never have booked it. Supplied earplugs no good to someone who cannot use such devices. No safe parking - just a public gravelled space next door. Again not mentioned in property listing. Overall very disappointed.

0.5

Poor - 0.5 out of 5

Bruno Sat, 15 February 2025

Bad

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Carol Sat, 15 February 2025

Great value, you get what...

Liked: Great location, basic but had everything needed for a short trip away
Disliked: No aircon and with the windows open you can smell the pub food next door. But - you do get a fan in the room

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Based by the Lake 7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo