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Based by the Lake - Hostel

2.0 star property
Lakefront hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Based by the Lake Hostel offers a welcoming atmosphere by the water. Guests enjoy laundry facilities, a restaurant, bar, in-room WiFi, friendly staff, a pool table, and luggage storage for a comfortable experience. Perfect for planning hiking trips or skydiving.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Tonight

Sept 18 - Sept 19
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Tomorrow

Sept 19 - Sept 20
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Basic Triple Room

Basic Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the area

Located in Taupō Central, a neighbourhood in Taupō, Based by the Lake - Hostel is in a shopping district and on a lake. A.C. Baths and Maori Carvings are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Waikato River. Spa Thermal Park and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's hot springs, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, horse riding and mountain climbing nearby.
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Map
7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, North Island, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A.C. Baths - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Based by the Lake - Hostel

Hostel near Lake Taupō
You can look forward to laundry facilities, a bar and a restaurant at Based by the Lake - Hostel. Adventurous travellers may like the hiking/biking trails and skydiving at this hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • ATM/banking services, a billiards/pool table and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage, free newspapers and a front desk safe
  • A lift
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Based by the Lake - Hostel include amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with fridges, toasters and stovetops
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Skydiving

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 5:00 AM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Based by the Lake - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Based by the Lake - Hostel?

Based by the Lake - Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Based by the Lake - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Based by the Lake - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Based by the Lake - Hostel located?

Located in Taupō Central, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Lake Taupō. Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp are also within 10 minutes.

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