Hobbiton Movie Set is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from central Matamata, and is a popular place to see during your stay. If you'd also like to explore some of the parks in Matamata, head to Founders Park and Maungatautari Ecological Island.
Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Whangamata Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from central Whangamata. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Surf beach.
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Cathedral Cove, located 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Hahei. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Hahei Beach located nearby.
If massages and hot tubs are your thing, you might want to check out Taupō Hot Springs in Hilltop. If you have fun at Taupō Hot Springs, you'll love A.C. Baths and Spa Thermal Park, both located nearby.
You could catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato, a stadium in Frankton. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? If you think FMG Stadium Waikato is cool, you also might like Globox Arena and Seddon Park, both located nearby.
Hoping to do some gaming? Why not spend the evening at SkyCity Hamilton in Hamilton Central and see how lucky you are. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here?
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Lakefront Lodge Taupo
2/10 Terrible
"Mold on shower curtain, bathroom floor not clean (very sticky), cockroaches in room and minimal bathroom essentials.
Our stay felt like we were at a backpackers. Not impressed with our stay."
"I left my boots behind! Very expensive boots! I was so sad! I rang and the man followed up and found them!!!! And in the process of sending them back! I’m so happy with the service we have had and it’s in such an amazing location! Very warm and comfortable!"
"This hotel is very tired. Check in was 3pm, yet many of the rooms were not ready until after 4pm. Other customers (Mainly overseas tourists) were given a drink voucher because their room wasn't ready, but we weren't or neither was another Kiwi guest. We eventually asked for one about 1/2 hour later & were given one. The bar area where people were waiting for their rooms wasn't big enough to accommodate everyone.
Rooms had been updated but bathrooms were tired. The shower was very small & the lighting over the mirror was very dim, no good for my wife putting on her makeup.
The food was excellent & so was the heated swimming pool, although there were no towels in the area, they had all been used & not topped up. Location is good & the views are lovely."
"Loved our stay. Staff member at check in was great, friendly and helpful. Cleaners do an amazing job and the rooms are so spacious. I will absolutely be staying again if we find ourselves back in Taupo."
"So good to be close to supermarket especially when they didn't provide milk. The instructions for the spa weren't clear as no line on spa level as could overflow and you could be charged extra. But lovely to have it in the unit so pleased they changed my booking. The shower head was moldy. But was nice time overall."
"Fantastic place to stay in Taupō. We booked a basic cabin but were given a cabin with a mini kitchen and lots of extra space. Having a kettle, microwave, sink etc was very helpful and contributed to a comfortable stay. We were also given a small bottle of milk for teas and coffees in the room. The cabin was cosy, warm, and very close to the shared bathroom facilities. The facilities at this resort were spotless, spacious and there were an abundance of showers and toilets.
The thermal baths were also great and guests staying at the resort can enter at a reduced price.
I would highly recommend this place and would stay again in the future!"