A little hard to find in the dark and rain - but once there everything combined to make a wonderfully enjoyable and relaxing stay. Views over the lake are glorious, giving a very peaceful outlook. The rooms are comfortable and well designed. The hospitality from Linda and Rick is superb. Rick's dinner was fabulous and so professionally prepared and those... More

Our stay at Acacia Cliffs was perfect. The location and lodge are absolutely 5 star and made all the more enjoyable by hosts Rick and Linda. They are wonderfully accommodating and attentive hosts who create a very warm and relaxed environment for their guests. We made the most of their local knowledge on everything from great places to eat and... More

I can see all the positive things said about this hotel and they are valid, so how comes my experience was so bad, because I wasn't a golfing couple, a honeymoon couple I was intact travelling on my own. I spent 2 months travelling around NZ, I wasn't a backpacker I stayed in big end small luxury hotels, I expected... More

Our golf getaway was made all the more perfect by our wonderful generous hosts, Linda and Rick Whitlock. We were treated to beautiful views, outstanding food, and a very comfortable room. We would thoroughly recommend to anyone looking for genuine Kiwi hospitality with a little bit extra!

We stayed four nights at the lodge in late March 2012 and it was a superb ending to our near four week tour of New Zealand. Rick and Linda are exceptional hosts: relaxed, attentive, kind and informative about the surrounding area. Rick is an excellent chef and won our personal award for best meal in New Zealand which is quite... More

Our stay at Acacia Cliffs was absolutely one of our favorites! Accommodations, incredible gourmet meal at the hands of Rick and Linda, exceptional attentiveness to all needs, hospitality beyond description, and exquisite environs!! Wishing we could have stayed much longer!

Acacia Cliffs is the type of lodging you want to go to when you want a piece of luxury away. Our hosts Rick and Linda made our stay extra special with their relaxed manner and fun attitude. Rooms were beautifully appointed, comfty beds,great shower, stunning views where you could not see other rooms so extremely private. We decided to stay... More

We stayed here for two nights and as with other lodges we stayed in,it just wasn't long enough ! The house itself is gorgeous and we could hardly tear ourselves away from the amazing views over Lake Taupo ,tho Ricks food was certainly a big draw! We loved the open plan kitchen living area and the way Rick and Linda... More

This is a stunning property with what must be one of the best best views of lake taupo. To that you can add great hosts in linda and rick, fun to talk too, nothing is too much trouble, great food if u eat in but they will also give good recommendations for local restuarants and activities. Not worth considering anywhere... More