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The Retreat

5.0 star property
Lakefront chalet with 2 hot tubs and indoor pool

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Chalet 3 | Lake view
Lake
Chalet 1 | Living area
Chalet 2 | Lake view
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$314
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

Explore the area

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31 Rutherfurd Ln, Taupo, Waikato, 3330
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Chalet 2 | Living area

Chalet 2

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 110 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Chalet 5

Chalet 5

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 110 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Chalet 4

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 110 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Chalet 3 | Lake view

Chalet 3

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 110 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Chalet 7 | Living area

Chalet 7

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 110 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Chalet 6

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 110 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Chalet 8 | Living area

Chalet 8

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 110 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Chalet 1 | Living area

Chalet 1

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 110 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Taupō

A luxury stay in Taupō awaits you at The Retreat. You'll be within a 10-minute walk of Lake Taupō and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Highlights at this chalet include 2 hot tubs, and in-room kitchens and washers/dryers. .This business-friendly chalet offers an indoor pool and free WiFi in public areas, and has a garden. Other amenities include gas grills and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 5-property class Nukuhau chalet include Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A.C. Baths - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waterside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mira - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Retreat

Lakefront chalet with 2 hot tubs and indoor pool
The Retreat offers its guests 2 hot tubs and an indoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. The luxury The Retreat also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Taupō chalet.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Retreat offers 8 accommodations with washers/dryers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Accommodation at this 5-star chalet has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower.

This Taupō chalet provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Exterior

Hilton Lake Taupo

  • Pool
  • Kids pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 1,003 reviews
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Fireplace gate

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Free firewood
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: NZD 40 per pet per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 8 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 40 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: NZD 40 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

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

Property is also known as

The Retreat Taupo
The Retreat Chalet
The Retreat Chalet Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Retreat?

Yep, The Retreat has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Retreat?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Retreat on 13 Oct 2025 start from NZ$314.48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Retreat have a pool?

The Retreat has an indoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Retreat?

No, The Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.