Based by the Lake
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- City view
- Free WiFi
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
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Property description
Based by the Lake is a 18+ hostel offering accommodation centrally located in Taupo, just minutes from the lake. Due to our awesome central location and being in the heart of town where the best Bars, clubs, restaurants and shops are, it...
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Check-inFrom 14:00 to 17:00Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-inYou'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.Check-outUntil 10:00Cancellation/ prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.Refundable damage depositA damage deposit of NZD 500 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about US$287. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded via bank transfer if there is no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.Age restrictionThe minimum age for check-in is 18PetsPets are not allowed.Accepted payment methods
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Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
There is no capacity for cots at this property.
There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.
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Please note that bookings for more than 2 guests in a dormitory room, bedding in the same room cannot be guaranteed.
Please note that Based by the Lake does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Based by the Lake 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.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
A damage deposit of NZD 500 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded via bank transfer if there is no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.
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If you want to request something specific, you can do that after you choose your rate.
Once you book, we'll provide details so you can contact the property directly.