About this property

Located on the edge of Lake Taupo, The Cove- On The Lake offers luxury rooms with satellite TV and either fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes. It features a tour desk that can book local activities, including trout fishing, skydiving and mountain biking. Free parking is available on site. Renovated in 2014, The Cove- On The Lake Taupo is just 5 minutes’ drive from Waikato River, and 10 minutes’ drive from Taupo Golf Club and Taupo Airport. The famous Huka Falls are a 15-minute drive away. All rooms have free WiFi access, an alarm clock and a bathroom with guest toiletries. Some rooms also have a private balcony with a hot tub, or lovely lake views. The Cove- On The Lake is also home to The Wholesome Kitchen Cafe which offers breakfast and brunch menu, barista made coffee and a selection of sweet and savory options from Tuesday to Sunday. The cafe terrace provides stunning views across Lake Taupo.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Karen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Love the view of the lake. Our room was very spacious. Plenty of milk, tea and coffee and complimentary biscuits to enjoy. Really enjoyed the spa. Heat pump got the room toasty in no time. The bed was huge and comfy. There were plenty of towels....
  • Noel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Didn't have breakfast, cafe closed. Location was great a good 6 km walk to town and back. Thermal spa on the balcony was great.
  • James
    New Zealand New Zealand
    It was great. We were able to change our room booking to a room with a spa. The front of house manager was so helpful and accommodating and friendly. Sadly I forgot to ask his name but thank you to him for his wonderful assistance.
  • Christine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    This is an excellent accommodation, very clean and tidy, and perfect for me as a solo traveler Reception checked me in quickly and efficiently., The room had a good bathroom with great shower, very clean and tidy. The room also has tea and...
  • Kelly
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The location and the fact it had private spa pool at our room to enjoy anytime.
  • Monique
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The location of as perfect! Great having the cafe right there aswell
  • Dana
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything in our room was great and clean! Loved the privacy, the views, the spa and location. Dhillon at front desk is always welcoming and looks after us. Thank you!
  • Gita
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location was perfect 👌 as we were there for my husband's birthday getaway. Wonderful stay at the cove ,room was spacious and clean i must say.
  • Derek
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Spa...great, next door Cafe (part of the Cove) excellent, liked the proximity to the Lake edge and the walking tracks.
  • Bryce
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Room rate was excellent; room was very clean and perfect for a one-night stay. This is my go to place to stay in Taupo each time I am passing thru.

Property surroundings

House rules

The Cove- On The Lake takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 1 is required on arrival. That's about US$0. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Cove- On The Lake in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

A damage deposit of NZD 1 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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