Based by the Lake
Based by the Lake does not allow dogs. Please choose a different pet friendly hotel in Taupo for your trip.
Room Types
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- Budget Double Room - No ChildrenBudget Double Room - No Children
- 1 bunk bed
- Up to 3 people
- No pets allowed
Room details
This private room includes a private bathroom and tea and coffee.Room Amenities
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Shower
- Free toiletries
- Fan
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Carpeted
- View
- Electric kettle
- City view
- Towels
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Standard Twin Room - No ChildrenStandard Twin Room - No Children
- 2 twin beds
- Up to 2 people
- No pets allowed
Room details
This twin room features a private bathroom, a carpeted floor and lake views. The unit offers 2 beds.Room Amenities
- Shower
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Carpeted
- View
- Lake view
- Towels
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- 4 Bed Ensuite Dormitory - No Children4 Bed Ensuite Dormitory - No Children
- 1 bunk bed
- 1 person per room
- No pets allowed
Room details
This dormitory room offers a bathroom and heating.
The rate is based on 1 person occupying a bunk in a shared dormitory.Room Amenities
- Shower
- Shared bathroom
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Carpeted
- View
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- City view
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by elevator
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Deluxe Double or Twin Room - No ChildrenDeluxe Double or Twin Room - No Children
- 1 queen bed
- Up to 2 people
- No pets allowed
Room details
This deluxe room provides a King size bed, private bathroom, TV and tea and coffee. It also features lake and mountain views.Room Amenities
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Shower
- TV
- Balcony
- Free toiletries
- Fan
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Carpeted
- View
- Electric kettle
- Lake view
- Towels
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Deluxe Double or Twin Room - No ChildrenDeluxe Double or Twin Room - No Children
- 2 twin beds
- Up to 2 people
- No pets allowed
Room details
This deluxe room provides a King size bed, private bathroom, TV and tea and coffee. It also features lake and mountain views.Room Amenities
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Shower
- TV
- Balcony
- Free toiletries
- Fan
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Carpeted
- View
- Electric kettle
- Lake view
- Towels
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - No ChildrenBunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - No Children
- 1 bunk bed
- 1 person per room
- No pets allowed
Room details
Rooms are 16 square yards.Room Amenities
- Shower
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Carpeted
- View
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- City view
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Double Room with Private Bathroom - No ChildrenDouble Room with Private Bathroom - No Children
- 1 double bed
- Up to 2 people
- No pets allowed
Room details
This double bedroom features private bathroom facilities, tea and coffee and a TV. The rooms are street-facing and provide views of Taupo's bar and restaurant area.Room Amenities
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Shower
- TV
- Fan
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Carpeted
- View
- Electric kettle
- Lake view
- City view
- Towels
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room - Sanctuary - No ChildrenSingle Bed in Female Dormitory Room - Sanctuary - No Children
- 1 bunk bed
- 1 person per room
- No pets allowed
Room details
This female-only dormitory includes an private bathroom with a hair dryer and hair straighteners.Room Amenities
- Shower
- Balcony
- Shared bathroom
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Carpeted
- View
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Lake view
- City view
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
- Earplugs
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Description
Based by the Lake is a purpose built luxury budget 4 star hostel with an ideal central location and stunning Lake Taupo and mountain views. The hotel is just seconds from the lakefront and have transport, cafes and shops on your doorstep. Based by the Lake, is designed with the traveller in mind, boasting an ideal location right in the centre of town, superior facilities, comfy beds and great value for money.Offering a full range of clean comfortable rooms - choose one to suit your budget. Take your pick from a private ensuite with TV, multi-share dorm or Sanctuary wing for girls only.
Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Free WiFi
- Kitchen / Kitchenette
- Heating
- Restaurant
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Laundry Room
- Elevator
- Game Room
- Canoe / Kayak
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FAQs
What is the Based by the Lake pet policy?
Based by the Lake does not allow dogs. Please choose a different pet friendly hotel in Taupo for your trip.
How much is the Based by the Lake pet fee?
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Are big dogs allowed at Based by the Lake?
Sorry, Based by the Lake does not allow pets. Click here for a list of pet-friendly properties in Taupo that welcome big dogs.
Are multiple pets allowed at Based by the Lake?
Sorry, Based by the Lake does not allow pets. Click here for a list of pet-friendly properties in Taupo that welcome two or more pets.
Does Based by the Lake allow cats?
No, Based by the Lake doesn’t allow cats. If you’re traveling with a feline friend, try using our “Cats Allowed” filter to see all of the hotels in Taupo that allow cats.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Based by the Lake?
Check-in at Based by the Lake is 2pm – 8pm. Check-out is before 10am. If you’d like to request an early or late check-in or check-out, you can make a special request when you book. Note that special requests cannot be guaranteed. Early or late check-in or check-out is only based on availability and at the discretion of the property.
Is free parking available at Based by the Lake?
No. Parking is not available on-site at Based by the Lake.
Does Based by the Lake have a pool or hot tub?
Based by the Lake doesn’t have a hot tub, but there is a swimming pool for guests to enjoy.
Does Based by the Lake offer a free breakfast?
No. Breakfast isn’t served at Based by the Lake, but we do have some information on dog-friendly restaurants in Taupo.