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title: "The Loft, Taupō: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Loft in Taupō: rated 9.5 by guests, Guesthouse. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Guesthouse
# The Loft

Taupō, Taupō, New Zealand

9.5 ·  Exceptional 32 reviews ·  #6 #6 of 49 in Taupō ·  3.9 Location score
## About The Loft

The Loft is a guesthouse in Taupō, Taupō, New Zealand. Guests rate it 9.5 out of 10 across 32 reviews. Facilities include free breakfast, free parking. It is 4.3 km from the centre of Taupō. The nearest beach is 490 m away. The nearest airport, Taupo Airport (TUO), is 6.2 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 3

- **Opened:** 1999

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 2

Wakeman Road 3, Acacia Bay, Taupo

## How The Loft scores

Better rated than 92% of hotels in Taupō

-   Guest rating **9.5**
-   Location **3.9**
-   Beach access **8.7**

Taupō average

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### In the rooms

-   Coffee or tea maker

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **3.9**/10

- **Walk grade:** **10**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **1**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">490 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">8 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Taupo Airport (TUO)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">14 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Taupō</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">10 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

## The Loft: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. The hotel is completely smoke-free. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at hotel, select rooms are equipped with linen service to improve your stay. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee and instant tea. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes available in select guest restrooms. Begin your day on a delightful note with a scrumptious complimentary breakfast, consistently served at The Loft.

### Compare

## Compare The Loft with nearby hotels

Similar hotels within 3 km. Open a match-up to see where each one wins.

-   [The Flying Trout Boutique Lodge](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/the-flying-trout-boutique-lodge-taupo/) Guesthouse ★★★★ 460 m away
    
    9.5 ·  [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/the-flying-trout-boutique-lodge-taupo-vs-the-loft-taupo/)
-   [Belle vue Boutique Lodge](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/belle-vue-boutique-lodge-taupo/) Guesthouse 560 m away
    
    9.7 ·  [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/belle-vue-boutique-lodge-taupo-vs-the-loft-taupo/)
-   [Serenity on Wakeman Bed and Breakfast](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/serenity-on-wakeman-bed-and-breakfast-taupo/) Guesthouse ★★★★ 590 m away
    
    9.6 ·  [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/serenity-on-wakeman-bed-and-breakfast-taupo-vs-the-loft-taupo/)

## Questions about The Loft

### How do guests rate The Loft?

The Loft has a guest rating of 9.5 out of 10 from 32 reviews, which is better than 92% of rated hotels in Taupō.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Loft?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does The Loft include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### Is there parking at The Loft?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The Loft from the airport?

The nearest airport, Taupo Airport (TUO), is 6.2 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Loft close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 490 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The Loft have?

The Loft has 3 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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