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Wellesley on the Lake Taupo

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a fitness center and an outdoor pool

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Property entrance
Bar (on property)
Reception
Breakfast, dinner served; seafood, ocean views
Outdoor pool

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Queen Room Lake View

Queen Room Lake View

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Guest Room

Guest Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Budget Double

Budget Double

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Room

Queen Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Towels

King Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Frequently asked questions

Does Wellesley on the Lake Taupo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Wellesley on the Lake Taupo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wellesley on the Lake Taupo?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Wellesley on the Lake Taupo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wellesley on the Lake Taupo?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wellesley on the Lake Taupo located?

This family-friendly Taupo hotel is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Taupo, Waikato River, and Taupo Museum and Art Gallery. Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Wellesley on the Lake Taupo Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 984 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 984 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 274 out of 984 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 144 out of 984 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 984 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked it because it was very near the lake. We disliked it because our bedroom was filthy. There was thick dust everywhere in our room. The back of the tv was disgusting. The air vent was filthy, the upturned lamp shade in the bedroom had whole families living in there. Even in the corridors there were swathes of dust. When we asked to move, the receptionist took us to another room this one the paint work was white and it was just as dirty, the receptionist didn't seemed bothered. She then told us to go to the Hilton their sister Hotel and so I phoned them and they were full. The receptionist then said well I can't help you, you better find another hotel. I expected our room rate to be refunded but they refuse to refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Marg

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was in an excellent condition and had adequate parking. The Relieving Manager was very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Marion, Napier

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The position was good but there was no electric blanket, the restaurant was closed. Nowhere to place anything e.g cup, kettle, bathroom items and was locked out when returning from dining.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

4/10 Poor

CWB

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Broken furniture, only one fan heater, place looked tired
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

4/10 Poor

A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I rang to confirm reception would be there until 8pm. They had locked up and left before 7.20pm. Key was left however no wifi details or welcome info. Staff didnt sound professional on the phone always in a hurry. Room wasn't clean (found a hair in the bathroom draw) and all furnishings were very old and worn, bedding had all the inner from the duvet coming out everywhere. Paint job had been done without finishing tape - lots of paint where it shouldnt be making it look messy. Lastly, i received a phone call the following night, i thought it would be to apologise (as i had commented at checkout) however staff were asking if i was going to be checking in - for some reason they thought i had booked another night.. to be fair, this would have been ok if i was looking for a hostel, does have the basics.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Was a handy location, warm clean room altho a little cramped for 3 people and luggage. I think the room could've been reconfigured to make more space. it was OK for 1 night tho.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Great location, good price, a little small and due for an update.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Tee., OHAKUNE

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
apart from the pool and spa being filthy and very smelly and I think the staff slept in a bit the next morning we were there. Otherwise not to bad for what we payed for and only needed a bed for the night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities
Great location on the lake. Room comfortable enough, but tap in handbasin broken, no soap in shower, and no teaspoons. No one at checkout early this morning to tell about these deficiencies.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

it was ok..nothing fansy about it but more convenient. i guess we got what we paid for.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Family room without the basics stocked. One pump bottle of soap in the bathroom acting as hand wash and shower wash. No other Only one plate supplied in the kitchen cabinet for a room that sleeps 5. Mould issue in the bathroom. A constant water unit running 24/7 next to our room making it noisy to sleep. No outside lighting up the path upstairs leading to our room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed and hot shower. Well advertised meals, Happy hour for guest. No food no happy hour. Fair Trading Act ??? Only one staff member. Chef called in sick at 5.30pm. A complete lie. Neon light outside advertises breakfast, lunch and dinner. Menu board in foyer. What a farse A disappointment for Taupo
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location close to lake and town. Old and in need of modernising. Mould in the bathroom etc
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Leo

Disliked: Staff & service
Upgrade the Wellesley
The owners have let The Wellesley deteriorate. On Friday and Saturday evenings, no bar service or meals. The relief manager said, 'the Chef had just, not turned up'. It is in a Prime position, has great potential, but needs significant TLC. The owners should be taken to task.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I stayed with my family and expected much better than we got. A wet floor by a leaky fridge that caused the room to STINK of wet carpet was really not what you want to walk in to and have to put up with after a long drive. It was an old, dated room that is in need of a touch up urgently. So much potential but misses the mark big time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

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Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities
Great location,great price.clean. Lightning was terrible at night couldn’t see very dangerous.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
I liked the closeness of Wellesley to the shooping centre. I didnt like - I had to ask for extra towels and only two was provided. We only had one face cloth and one handtowel. No soap in shower only a pump soap for wash basin. No tea twoels in kitchen. No sparer blankets as it got very cold at night. Spa wasnt available and swimming pool was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Location is good being close to the lake & restaurants. Cleanliness was not good, mould in shower & on shower curtain, & the spa pool smelt like swamp water
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice looking Hotel from the outside but the room was a little bit outdated and dirty
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019