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Sails on the Lake

★★★★★ 138 Lake Terrace, Taupo, NZ

9.4 guest rating· 1699 reviews

The five stars

Sails on the Lake holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

Guests score it 9.4/10 across 1699 reviews.

About this hotel

Stunning Lakefront Views

Experience the beauty of Lake Taupo from the comfort of your room at Sails on the Lake. Most rooms offer picturesque views of the lake and mountains, creating a serene atmosphere for your stay.

Convenient Amenities

Enjoy the convenience of self-contained accommodation with a private bathroom and cooking facilities in every room. Stay connected with free WiFi and unwind in front of the 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels. For added relaxation, opt for a room with a spa bath.

Great Location

Located just 1.5 km from Taupo town centre, Sails on the Lake provides easy access to local attractions such as the Wairakei International Golf Course and Huka Falls. After a day of exploring, relax in the spacious garden or make use of the barbecue area.

Book your stay at Sails on the Lake for a memorable Lake Taupo getaway!

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Rooms & rates

One-Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 4 · 45 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

Studio with Spa Bath and Lake View

Sleeps 2 · 45 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

One-Bedroom Suite with Lake View

Sleeps 4 · 45 m² · Sofa bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Lake View

Sleeps 6 · 80 m² · 2× Twin bed, 2× Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Sleeps 6 · 100 m² · 2× King bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi

Spa Studio

Sleeps 2 · 45 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 5 · 90 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 33 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Premium Studio with Spa and Lake View

Sleeps 2 · 45 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Laundry
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Luggage storage
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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138 Lake Terrace, Taupo, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.41699 reviews

+ Exceptional views+ Friendly staff+ Great location+ Spacious roomsSome dated appliancesUncomfortable lounge seating
Cleanliness9.5
Service9.9
Location9.5
Room Quality9.4
Amenities9.2
Value for Money9.4

Was happy to be able to use the free laundry facilities

8.0

A bit outdated and cold in the bedroom

I would have preferred tv in the bedroom

Rachel · NZ · 2026-07-20

Guest review

10.0

The facilities were clean comfortable and modern

Jeanette · NZ · 2026-07-17

Quite comfortable

6.0

Good location

Windows had a lot of mildew in the morning. Room walls and doors needed a wipe down.

Katie · NZ · 2026-07-16

I really appreciate everything. I have no complaints. You guys guus have done an excellent job

10.0

I liked that there was parking next to our room. We were showed exactly where to go. There were facilities such a coin and microwave.

Maybe the spare fold out bed could have had another foam layer because it was for my 73 year old mother. She used the towels from the bathroom for extra padding.

Kiriti · NZ · 2026-07-16

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Sails on the Lake really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Children aged 4 years and above will be charged at a rate of $30.00 per night, per child. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.