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Based by the Lake - Hostel

7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, North Island, 3330
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Based by the Lake - Hostel

7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, North Island, 3330
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  • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    Deluxe Double or Twin Room

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    Deluxe Double or Twin Room

    1 King Bed or 2 Twin Beds, Overlooking the lake
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    Room Highlights

    Internet - Free WiFi
    In Room Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
    Food and Beverages - Refrigerator, shared/communal kitchen access, toaster, and cleaning supplies
    Bed Type and Features - Bed sheets
    Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom and shower
    Pleasure - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and daily housekeeping
    Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
    Non-Smoking

    Amenities and Features

    • Bathroom (Private)
    • Change of bed sheets (on request)
    • Change of towels (on request)
    • Cleaning supplies
    • Complimentary Wifi
    • Dishware, Cookware and utensils
    • Heating
    • Housekeeping (Daily)
    • Non Smoking
    • Refrigerator
    • Room Linens provided
    • Shared-communal kitchen
    • Shower only
    • Stovetop
    • Toaster
    • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
    • TV - Digital Service
    • TV - LCD
  • Basic Triple Room
    Basic Triple Room

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    Basic Triple Room

    1 Double Bunk Bed
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    Room Highlights

    Internet - Free WiFi
    Food and Beverages - Refrigerator, shared/communal kitchen access, toaster, and cleaning supplies
    Bed Type and Features - Bed sheets
    Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom and shower
    Pleasure - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and daily housekeeping
    Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
    Non-Smoking

    Amenities and Features

    • Bathroom (Private)
    • Change of bed sheets (on request)
    • Change of towels (on request)
    • Cleaning supplies
    • Complimentary Wifi
    • Dishware, Cookware and utensils
    • Heating
    • Housekeeping (Daily)
    • Non Smoking
    • Refrigerator
    • Room Linens provided
    • Shared-communal kitchen
    • Shower only
    • Stovetop
    • Toaster
    • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Shared Dormitory
    Shared Dormitory
    Shared Dormitory

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    Shared Dormitory

    1 Twin Bunk Bed
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    Room Highlights

    Internet - Free WiFi
    Food and Beverages - Refrigerator, shared/communal kitchen access, toaster, and cleaning supplies
    Bed Type and Features - Bed sheets
    Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom and shower
    Pleasure - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and daily housekeeping
    Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
    Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
    Non-Smoking

    Amenities and Features

    • Bathroom (Private)
    • Change of bed sheets (on request)
    • Change of towels (on request)
    • Cleaning supplies
    • Complimentary Wifi
    • Dishware, Cookware and utensils
    • Heating
    • Housekeeping (Daily)
    • Non Smoking
    • Refrigerator
    • Room Linens provided
    • Shared-communal kitchen
    • Shower only
    • Stovetop
    • Toaster
    • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
    • Wheelchair accessible
  • Double Room
    Double Room
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    Double Room

    1 Double Bed
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    Room Highlights

    Internet - Free WiFi
    In Room Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
    Food and Beverages - Refrigerator, shared/communal kitchen access, toaster, and cleaning supplies
    Bed Type and Features - Bed sheets
    Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom and shower
    Pleasure - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and daily housekeeping
    Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
    Non-Smoking

    Amenities and Features

    • Bathroom (Private)
    • Change of bed sheets (on request)
    • Change of towels (on request)
    • Cleaning supplies
    • Complimentary Wifi
    • Dishware, Cookware and utensils
    • Heating
    • Housekeeping (Daily)
    • Non Smoking
    • Refrigerator
    • Room Linens provided
    • Shared-communal kitchen
    • Shower only
    • Stovetop
    • Toaster
    • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
    • TV - Digital Service
    • TV - LCD

ABOUT THE HOTEL

About Based by the Lake - Hostel Hotel

Hotel Location & Nearby Attractions

A stay at Based by the Lake - Hostel places you in the heart of Taupo, within a 5-minute walk of Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupo Museum and Art Gallery. This hostel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Taupo and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Waikato River.

Popular Hotel Amenities and Features

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.

Business, Other Amenities

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

Restaurants, Bars, Lounge & Dining options

At Based by the Lake - Hostel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

National Ratings

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Hotel Accommodations and Guest Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 34 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Pet Policy for Based by the Lake - Hostel
If you are thinking of bringing your pet and want to know if pets are allowed at Based by the Lake - Hostel, please read the hotel pet policy. Sometimes the hotel may charge pet fees or have weight limit on pets. The pet policies of Based by the Lake - Hostel are listed below.

Pets not allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Service animals are allowed

Additional Hotel Details
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities onsite
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Essential workers only - NO
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

HOTEL LOCATION

Nearest airport and around Based by the Lake - Hostel
- Taupo, North Island Hotel

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Lake Taupo - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Waikato River - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
A.C. Baths - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Spa Thermal Park - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Maori Carvings - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Golf Club Taupo - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Waipahihi Botanical Gardens - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Taupo Hot Springs - 4.3 km / 2.6 mi
Three Mile Bay - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Huka Falls - 5.7 km / 3.5 mi
Craters of the Moon - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Wairakei International Golf Course - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi

The nearest major airport is Taupo (TUO) - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi

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TRAVELER SENTIMENTS

About Based by the Lake - Hostel Hotel

What is the check-in policy?
The checking times for Based by the Lake - Hostel are between 2:00 PM and anytime. The minimum age to check-in is 18.
What is the check-out time?
This Based by the Lake - Hostel's check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What brand is Based by the Lake - Hostel?
Based by the Lake - Hostel is an independent hotel.
What is the street address for Based by the Lake - Hostel?
The address for Based by the Lake - Hostel is 7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, North Island 3330
What is the price for tonight?
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What is the nightly room rate for this weekend?
Based on recent averages, the room rate for this weekend can be as low as 0 per night.
How many guest rooms are at Based by the Lake - Hostel?
The Based by the Lake - Hostel has a total of 34 guest rooms.
What is the hotel theme?
Travelers find this hotel . Other themes include Adventure sport, Hot springs, City, Hot springs, Natural, Adventure sport.
Recommended landmarks, attractions or things to do around BASED BY THE LAKE - HOSTEL?
BASED BY THE LAKE - HOSTEL is within minutes from Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi , Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi