Experience world-class service at The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge

Set in Taupo, 42 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park and 42 km from Orakei Korako - The Hidden Valley, The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge offers accommodation with free WiFi, a garden with a terrace, mountain views, and access to a sauna and a hot tub. Every unit features a private bathroom and shower, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a fridge. Some units feature a balcony and/or a patio with lake or garden views. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Great Lake Convention Centre is 5.9 km from the lodge, while Huka Prawn Park is 7.3 km from the property. Taupo Airport is 13 km away, and the property offers a free airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Taupo

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jermy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The hosts were extremely welcoming, very helpful, friendly and personable. The property was beautiful, great views, comfortable. It was the sort of.place we wanted to stay longer to experience more of it. Highly recommended
  • Brandy
    India India
    Simply superb !! From start to finish this hotel / b&b was the highlight of our visit to NZ. A beautiful home with stunning views of the lake in Lake Taupo. The hosts are most gracious. The room was beautiful. Extremely large with a dressing...
  • Lim
    Singapore Singapore
    We had a fantastic stay...if I can give it 6 stars & more, I would! What made the place so special is the wonderful & warm hospitality of hosts Rob & Karen, they made us feel so welcome the moment we arrived. The Kiwi Suite (that we booked) was...
  • Frankie
    Australia Australia
    The Flying Trout was outstanding accomodation. Very welcoming and comfortable. There was no stone left unturned. Everything you could possibly need was thought of. Breakfast was outstanding. With the world’s most delicious Granola. Karen and Rob...
  • Gould
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The peaceful setting, our hosts were exceptional, the location was perfect, breakfasts were so yummy & perfectly cooked
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The lodge is perfectly located with great views and the room was splendid. But what makes it extra special is the incredible attention to detail that Karen and Rob have put in to make their guests’ stay “just right”, and their kindness in...
  • David
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We only like a continental breakfast and what was supplied ticked all the boxes perfectly
  • Jill
    Australia Australia
    The lodge is so well set up with everything that you could need for a most comfortable stay. Our room was lovely and quiet with a view to Lake Taupo from the balcony. Rob and Karen were so helpful in giving us local guidance about activities and...
  • Neville
    Australia Australia
    Beautifully presented and maintained. The owners were lovely people who were extremely helpful. Breakfasts were amazing
  • Hunter
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Absolutely loved the breakfast. Loved the room we were in very private the service was just so welcoming would love to go back

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Badminton equipment
  • Tennis equipment
  • Billiards
  • Games room
  • Tennis court

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Reception services

    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Strollers
    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access

    General

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Electric blankets
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Executive lounge access
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Airport shuttle
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service

    Wellness

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 22:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 06:00 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.
    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

    0 - 1 year
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 50 per child, per night
    Cot upon request
    Free
    2 - 5 years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 50 per child, per night
    6+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 100 per person, per night

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardEftposCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge 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.

    FAQs about The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge on this page.

    • The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Sauna
      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Tennis court
      • Tennis equipment
      • Badminton equipment
    • The prices at The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge include:

      • Suite
    • Check-in at The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge is 2.7 miles from the centre of Taupo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.