Punawai Homestay  

Perched on an elevated site above Taupo and minutes from the city center, this 4-star bed and breakfast offers sweeping Lake Taupo, town and mountain views. Close to thermal attractions and outdoor adventures — Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park and The Hidden Valley are about 22 miles away. Modern Taupo accommodation with easy access to local ski areas and the lake.

A modern, architect-designed homestay with guest rooms set upstairs and separate from the main house. Rooms come with private bathrooms and in-room hot tubs, bathrobes, a desk and panoramic views. Continental breakfast is provided and the property follows environmental sustainability principles for a lighter footprint.

Private pool and spa pool, sun terrace, garden and a shared lounge. Play table tennis, darts and tennis, fire up the BBQ, or store your gear in on-site ski storage before hitting nearby slopes. Free private parking, elevator access, laundry and a safe-deposit box are available — and you can wake up to lake-breeze mornings from the terrace.

Each unit includes a desk and the property offers free Wi-Fi throughout, so you can check in with work between adventures.

On-site restaurant plus a shared kitchen for DIY meals and an outdoor BBQ area. A continental breakfast is served each morning to fuel your Taupo explorations.