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Baycrest Lodge

4.0 star property

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Family Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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79 Mere Rd, Taupo, 3330
  • Taupo Hot Springs
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Spa Thermal Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • A.C. Baths
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Studio Suite | Balcony view

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Murphy Bed

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Family Room with Balcony | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room with Balcony

  • Partial lake view
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio, Hot Tub

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, Hot Tub, Courtyard Area | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Apartment, Hot Tub, Courtyard Area

  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Murphy Bed

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Studio with Balcony

  • Lake view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Baycrest Lodge

Eco-certified motel in Taupo with free parking
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has conference space and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out and a garden.
Baycrest Lodge offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Taupo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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

There are 8 hot springs open between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Baycrest Lodge. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Taupo. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, conference space and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes hot springs
  • Guests have great things to say about the overall condition of the property and the helpful staff
  • 14 minutes by foot from Lake Taupo and a 2-minute drive from Taupo Hot Springs
Baycrest Lodge offers its guests hot springs and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this motel measures 624 square feet (58 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the eco-certified Baycrest Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Taupo motel is smoke free.

Room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 8 hot springs
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 624 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 8 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 50 ºC

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges NZD 4.00 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of NZD 4.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property is professionally cleaned
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Hot springs access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Baycrest Lodge
Baycrest Lodge Taupo
Baycrest Taupo
Flag Hotel Baycrest
Baycrest Lodge Motel
Baycrest Lodge Taupo
Baycrest Lodge Motel Taupo

Baycrest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 568 out of 735 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 735 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 735 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 735 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 735 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic 2 night visit
Over the top great! Excellent rooms, very friendly staff. Nice location just away from the downtown crowd. Our room had a beautiful garden with view of the lake. Best of all our very own mineral outdoor spa. We stayed two nights and used the spa constantly. You really need to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lake life, great life
We are so happy we choose Baycrest. The room was amazing, very spacious, loved the kitchen(we didn’t make the best use of but next time we will). The highlight is the mineral thermal tub, amazing! Location is great for the lake access and walking distance to the downtown area. Staying at Baycrest is like staying with family. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts! Super clean and spacious room with a great view!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic
My hubby and I stayed here for our 2nd time. Cannot fault it. Very relaxing and quiet. Definitely recommend this place. We will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Amazing stay in Taupo. Loved the thermal pool and used it every day. Great view of the Lake. Would recommend to family & friends
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personal thermal pool was good excellent one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable quiet stay
Great repeat stay in this motel - 11 years apart. Quiet and comfortable room with spa bath and great view over the bay. About 2 kilometres from the town centre - 35 minute walk along the bay footpath.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here, Great location, amazing pool and spa. Great friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our favourite stay in Taupo, spacious snd quiet. The hot pool is a definite bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely relaxing break
We had a lovely stay in our lodge. It was in a very peaceful location at the end of the lake walkway. The kitchen area was fully stocked with cup glasses pots etc. the room was comfortable with chairs and cushions. The highlight was undoubtedly the spa bath on the patio. It was easy to fill and stayed hot for a long time. The garden area was also beautiful. Although to claim a lake view was optimistic there was a privacy fence in the way.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mark d

Travelled with family
It was ok. I’ve stayed in much worse and much better. Taupo is gorgeous and I felt it was a decent price for a beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great choice
Probably the best laundry facilities in the whole country! That was welcome and needed at that stage of our trip. Large washers, real dryers, and ample hanging racks. So great! Some internet connection issues, and private pool drained and not useable, but would stay again in a minute.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool, great view, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner
The Lake view was a bonus we where not expecting
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious & quiet rooms, always clean & tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brodie, Brisbane

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little gem with unexpected luxury. In-room spa tub, hot-tub temperature pool, heated towel rack, lovely view. Staff were very friendly and plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a beautiful, spacious room with a view of the lake. With a heated outdoor pool, a view, walkable to town, and helpful hosts, this accommodation ticked all the boxes. A special shout-out to the managers and cleaning staff who were kind and considerate. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rajneel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024