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

  • 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.

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

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.”
Mikemurphy
New Zealand New Zealand
“Lovely room, big double bed plus one single. Good kitchen facilities and fridge. View to the main road, but very good soundproofing to windows. very nice bathroom.”
Virginia
New Zealand New Zealand
“Spa pool in the room. Right on the lake and the lake walkway.”
Jacqui
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location, staff at check in even when arriving after 6 pm.”
Bruce
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great Cafe, nice staff and food. Very enjoyable. Front of house man was very welcoming and helpful. Will stay again.”
Angela
New Zealand New Zealand
“The space of the Executive Suite was amazing, great location and lovely staff”

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.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

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.