Hilton Lake Taupo

Hotels
Hilton Hotels & Resorts
8.6 (2192 reviews)
80-100 Napier Road , Taupo , nz

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Great facilities
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Room smaller than expected
Inconvenient location to town

Categories

Cleanliness
8.31
The hotel is well maintained and tidy.
Service
9.28
Staff were very helpful and friendly.
Location
8.32
Not within easy walking distance to the lake or town.
Room Quality
7.77
Rooms varied in size; some were smaller than depicted.
Amenities
8.8
Very good facilities including a beautiful pool.
Value for Money
8.26
Some aspects felt overpriced compared to what was expected.
Food and Beverage
9.31
Breakfast was delicious with a variety of options.
Overall Experience
8.78
A very enjoyable stay overall despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 04:10

Property Description

Stunning Views and Luxurious Amenities

Dining Experience by Chef Gareth Stewart
Indulge in a culinary journey at Bistro Lago Restaurant with a menu curated by renowned chef Gareth Stewart.

Relaxation and Recreation
Unwind in the outdoor thermally heated pool or hot tub, or challenge your companions to a game of tennis on our courts.

Comfortable Accommodation with Scenic Balconies
Wake up to breathtaking views of Lake Taupo or the hotel pool and Thermal Springs from your private balcony. Each room is equipped with modern amenities including an LCD TV.

Experience luxury and relaxation at Hilton Lake Taupo - book your stay now!

Important information:

The hotel’s restaurant, Bistro Lago, may be closed for special events. For restaurant opening times or to book a table, please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation or Bistro Lago directly.

Kindly note that early check-in is subject to availability on the day of arrival and late check-out is subject to availability on the day of departure. Additional charges may apply. Please contact the property in advance to request for early check-in or late check-out via the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Complimentary outdoor parking is available within hotel grounds. Underground parking (maximum height 6.9 ft) incurs additional fee and is subject to availability.

Our reception is available 24/7.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TUO

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and charges are applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for NZD 60 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2192 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.31
Service: 9.28
Location: 8.32
Room Quality: 7.77
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.26
Food and Beverage: 9.31
Overall Experience: 8.78
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Derek couple nz
2
Disappointing
Pros:

Room size

Cons:

Customer service

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Hird couple nz
10
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Maile couple au
5
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Carter couple nz
9
Fantastic. Would stay here again. Like an island resort in NZ.
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent with a good selection.

Cons:

N/A

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple gb
10
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Olga couple de
9
Pros:

Die Lage, die Nähe zum See ist super.
Es gab Fahrräder zu mieten.
Das Personal freundlich .

Cons:

Der Teppich im Zimmer geht gar nicht.

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
9
Totally comfortable and relaxing.
Pros:

Checkin was very smooth with helpful friendly staff and we were delighted to get an upgrade to a suite overlooking the pool. This was very large with seperate lounge and dining area. The bed was also extremely comfortable The pool and spa pool were excellent and we spent several hours there.

Cons:

No real complaints at all, but as a constructive point some form of adjustable blinds on the windows in the restaurant would be appreciated. We were very lucky with beautiful weather for the stay but the sun was so bright as it set for the day, diners were having to move to the rear of the restaurant to avoid the glare. A real first world problem :-)

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Schirrmeister Marchetti couple br
8
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Meet couple nz
10
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Carl couple nz
5
Did not receive value for money. Overrated facility
Pros:

Room great
Restaurant: 1. New Years Eve Meal terrible selection and very expensive. Inventive Chef without considering the customers.
2. Breakfast Buffet was great on both occasions.

Cons:

Restaurant Evening meal selection was very limited, extremely expensive.
Male reception person was not helpful, and forgot what he promised upon arrival, and did not keep us advised on our room access.

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Michael couple nz
10
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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137SteveD Couples Red Deer, Alberta
6
Nice Hotel but Poor Location and Food
Pros:

I would have rated this property as a five star, however the location leave a bit to be desired. Without a car, the only choice is to Uber into town for any activities or dining.
Our one bedroom suite was exceptional, with more than ample space and amenities. Staff are accomadting and professional at all times.
The buffet was less than expected with poor selection and quaility. On three of the four morning we were there, the place was so over-crowded with tour bus clients, there was no room and no food. Perhaps some consideration could be given to catering to the tours in a separate area, leaving the option for regular guests to using the dining room.
We did eat dinner in the dining room three times during our, simply due to the remote location, certainly not due the the quality or value of the food. In rating the hotel as 3/5, I should note the dining experience deserves no more than 2/5.
The only was that I can recommend this hotel is if you have a car. Otherwise I am sure there are better choices. Being Hilton Diamond members we try to stay with Hilton properties for the comfort and level of service received. This may have not been our best decision in this case.

2026-01-30 via Tripadvisor
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Andrea couple nz
6
Pleasant enough stay but without any view and way overpriced for what you actually get wont be back
Pros:

Enjoyed the breakfast although beans and mushrooms were cool not hot one morning
Liked the pool complex
Did not enjoy having no view what’s so ever
Didn’t like the fact when booking the website price was way cheaper than what we paid per night and was charged straight away to credit card plus a holding bond of $150 and when we cancelled the last night with plenty of notice weren’t refunded a full nights stay …basically we felt ripped off
Paid over $1200
For two nights stay and yet searching on website for the room we had the rate is advertised way less
Very very misleading info ….wouldn’t be keen to stay again for this very reason

Cons:

As above

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Rebecca couple au
9
2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Susan couple nz
9
Was a pleasant stay
Pros:

The double shower and bed were great. Love the pool and spa pool.

Cons:

The bedside lamp was faulty and flashed on and off, then wouldnt go at all.

2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Roy couple gb
8
Relaxing and enjoyable
Pros:

Breakfast was good value.

Cons:

Balcony security.

2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Jennifer family_with_children nz
7
Great stay but I still have a hold on my card for incidentals even though we have paid the whole bill. I have contacted
2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Horst solo_traveller at
10
Sehr zu empfehlen!
Pros:

Sehr schönes großes Zimmer mit allem Komfort ausgestattet. Hervorragendes Frühstück. Große Poolanlage. Wir konnten unser Auto im Haus parken. Das Personal sehr freundlich und aufmerksam.

Cons:

Alles ok

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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HIDEKI couple jp
10
2026-01-28 via Nuitee
4
41raxits Couples Tampa, Florida
10
Excellent property. Great stay
Pros:

Superior location. Most beautiful property. Entire hotel staff is very helpful, caring and willing to go extra mile. Restaurant food is very well pre-area and of high quality. Loved the b.fast. Immaculate housekeeping. Close to lake and near many restaurants.

2026-01-27 via Tripadvisor