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The Waitahanui Lodge is all about the real kiwi bach experience. We want all our guests to relax and feel “at home” while staying with us and treat our place as their own Taupo Beach for the duration of their stay.

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The Waitahanui Lodge is all about the classic Kiwi bach experience. Right on the water's edge, close to the fishing spots, yet only minutes from town. Although improvements have been made to ensure a more comfortable holiday, the 1950's character of the original lodge remains.

Our Facilities

If you are looking for a relaxing, refreshing and rejuvenating experience altogether, we offer all of that under one roof.

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The Rooms

We have 5 stand alone cottages that sleep from 3 to 5 guests. Two cottages are absolute waterfront, while the other three are only metres away from the lake.

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Barbeque Area

We are not kidding! Our huge paved patio right on the lake shore with outdoor furniture and umbrellas provide the setting for a fantastic summer barbecue. Guests can sit and enjoy the incredible sunsets we are privileged to see

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Platters & Grazing Tables

Sharing has never been more on-trend and platters and grazing tables are now available. A scrumptious platter for two, or a grazing table for that special occasion.

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"Out of courtesy to other guests we request that curries, and fish are not cooked in the units due to odours.
We appreciate your understanding "

Waitahanui Lodge
Waitahanui Lodge
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Eudora ChewEudora Chew
22:09 25 Jan 23
It's my 3rd or 4th time back there and even though it is about 10min from Taupo town, we love being ose to the lake and obviously the company of Bron and Anthony! Great fun HAVING Anthony bring my kids out of the boat and what a catch of 4 trouts which was smoked for our dinner.
Ben AhipeneBen Ahipene
08:32 15 Nov 22
Big shout out to Anthony and Bron for having us last weekend. Another great family holiday had by all 14 of us. Hopefully be back early next year. I think we may have your salt and pepper shaker from room 4… sorry!
Jonathan ClarkJonathan Clark
09:29 11 Oct 22
Loved our stay here. We got one of the cabins right next to the lake. Definitely worth the extra cost! Amazing sunsets over the lake and can walk out the back door onto the beach.
Lauren KaneyLauren Kaney
04:41 08 May 22
Was super lucky to win a mother's day competition and have the pleasure of staying in one of the lakeside cottages with my mum. The views are stunning, the platter delicious and the hosts were awesome. We will definitely be back to stay again and highly recommend others doing so
Brad SmithBrad Smith
04:05 25 Sep 21
I have been going to Waitahanui Lodge since 1977 and every time I stay there it only gets better. The lodge is conveniently located right on the lake and to one of the best fly-fishing streams in the world. The affordable self-contained rooms are in excellent condition and has all the amenities you need for your holiday. In addition, the lodge has a little fishing tackle shop onsite in case you need to hire any gear or purchase some extra tackle. But the best thing about our stay at Waitahanui Lodge was the amazing people who run the lodge, Bron and Anthony. Their hospitality was above and beyond our expectations. The fishing was excellent, and we managed to take home 12 decent sized trout with us. Love this place!
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About Us

During the 1920’s, ex Englishman Fred Fletcher made many trips across to Taupo from the Hawkes Bay to fish for rainbow trout and dreamed of one day building a fishing and hunting lodge. 

Contact Us

  • +64 7 378 7183
  • waitahanui.lodge@xtra.co.nz
  • Waitahanui Lodge
    116 State Highway One
    Waitahanui,Taupo 3378
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