The Cove- On The Lake

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.0

About this property

Located on the edge of Lake Taupo, The Cove- On The Lake offers luxury rooms with satellite TV and either fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes. It features a tour desk that can book local activities, including trout fishing, skydiving and mountain biking. Free parking is available on site. Renovated in 2014, The Cove- On The Lake Taupo is just 5 minutes’ drive from Waikato River, and 10 minutes’ drive from Taupo Golf Club and Taupo Airport. The famous Huka Falls are a 15-minute drive away. All rooms have free WiFi access, an alarm clock and a bathroom with guest toiletries. Some rooms also have a private balcony with a hot tub, or lovely lake views. The Cove- On The Lake is also home to The Wholesome Kitchen Cafe which offers breakfast and brunch menu, barista made coffee and a selection of sweet and savory options from Tuesday to Sunday. The cafe terrace provides stunning views across Lake Taupo.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Rooms with:

  • Terrace

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Suite with Private Hot Tub
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  • Bedroom 1: 1 large double bed
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
US$473 for 3 nights
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Suite with Private Hot Tub with Disability Access
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  • Bedroom 1: 1 single bed and 1 double bed
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
US$484 for 3 nights
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Suite with Private Hot Tub
  • Bedroom 1: 1 large double bed
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
396 feet²
Private kitchenette
Ensuite bathroom
Balcony
Air conditioning
Patio
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Terrace
Free WiFi
  • Hot tub
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Electric blankets
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Radio
  • Microwave
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchenette
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toaster
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
Max persons: 2
US$158 per night
Price US$473
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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Suite with Private Hot Tub with Disability Access
  • Bedroom 1: 1 single bed and 1 double bed
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
396 feet²
Private kitchenette
Ensuite bathroom
Balcony
Air conditioning
Patio
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Terrace
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$161 per night
Price US$484
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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Guests who stayed here loved

Kane
New Zealand New Zealand
“Love the Cove. We have stayed here a couple of times now. The private spa pool is an additional bonus. It's lovely and quiet and right next to the walkway along the lake for evening strolls. The rooms are clean and tidy and have everything we need.”
Victoria
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location is fantastic Nicely appointed room Balcony”
Rachel
New Zealand New Zealand
“Perfect location. Friendly helpful staff and comfortable room”
Jude
New Zealand New Zealand
“The location was great for our family situation. The staff were very friendly and accomodating. Parking was easy and the motel was nice and quiet.”
Christine
New Zealand New Zealand
“Beautifully furnished lounge/kitchen area and bedroom. Huge comfortable bed. Dedicated area for luggage, large wardrobe. Friendly person on reception who helped with taking our luggage up the stairs to our room. Plenty of parking. Cafe next door....”
Pamela
New Zealand New Zealand
“We would have looooved to stay for breakfast....next time! The rooms spacious and very clean. Loved the spa.”
Jerry
New Zealand New Zealand
“We liked Everything! staff was great room was great view was awesome thank you so much The Cove we will be back for sure cheers 😁”
David
New Zealand New Zealand
“Spa, balcony,view of lake. Kitchenette. Good size bathroom.”
Rebecca
New Zealand New Zealand
“The Spa pool on the Balcony is amazing , with great views from the room of the lake.”
Jermyne
New Zealand New Zealand
“Our room was right at the entrance, very convenient. The room was spacious and beds were comfortable. The bathroom was huge. Spa was nice.”

Property surroundings

House rules

The Cove- On The Lake takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 1 is required on arrival. That's about US$0. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Cove- On The Lake in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

A damage deposit of NZD 1 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.