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Based by the Lake

2-star property
7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, North Island (01) 562 1066
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Shared Dormitory

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Double Room

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

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Basic Triple Room

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Hotel Description

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Based by the Lake - Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Taupo. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.

  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes hiking/biking trails
  • Steps from Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and 8 minutes on foot from Lake Taupo

About the Based by the Lake

Location 7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, North Island 3330

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Based by the Lake - Hostel also features a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Taupo hostel.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Room Amenities

Based by the Lake - Hostel offers 34 accommodations. This Taupo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • Communal kitchen access
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Heating
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Food & Drink

Based by the Lake - Hostel has a restaurant on site.

Nearby Activities

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving on site

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open during the following times:

  • Sunday-Thursday: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
  • Friday-Saturday: 8:00 AM-5:00 AM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

This property's front desk is open during the following times:

  • Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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, debit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities on-site
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Hotel Names

  • Based by the Lake
  • Based By The Lake Hostel Taupo
  • Based by the Lake - Hostel Taupo
  • Based by the Lake - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
  • Based by the Lake - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Taupo
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