... swimming pool rather than luxury apartment. Family = us + 2 boys (13 and 14) plus sister and brother in law from UK (first trip over so we want somewhere 'nice'). Am looking at Le Chalet Suisse and Anchorage - but both seem to have very mixed reviews. Can anyone shed some light ... more

... at this option but wanted a three bed place for part of the time. In the end we booked Oasis resort - a two bed apartment for when there are four of us, and swapping to the three bedroom Lockwood house when we are six. Cross fingers it will be good ... more

... Cool/Cold and dry/wet? There are two resorts we are looking at. Just wondering anyone has stayed in these 2 bedrooms apartment and their comments please, ie Lakeside Villa and Taupo Ika Nui. They are actually quite close to each other along lake side and RCI resorts. Thank you ... more

... been looking at the Executive Apartment @ Beechtree Motel, Executive Apartment @ Miro's Motel and 2 bed family spa pool unit @ Catelli's Motel.We want a place that you can sit outside on a deck or balcony with chairs to relax with a glass of wine. Can anyone give me ... more

... the lakefront. 300 lake Terrace Apartments at Two ... ... who would probably like to have a lake view, so I'm leaning toward the latter accommodation. Has anybody got any info / advice on both of these hotels and just how far 300 Lake Terrace Apartments are from Taupo centre itself. Thanks ... more

If you want absolute beachfront and not too far from town, try the Reef Resort, we stayed there a while ago and the view from the lake view units is stunning. http://www.jasons.com/New-Zealand/Taupo/The-Reef-Resort-Motel-and-Apartments?feature ... more

... really nice. One thing, as it appears to be on the main road did you notice any road noise. We would be looking at one the 3 bedroom apartments. If you stayed in one of these, is it better to request the top floor apartment or the ground floor ? Thanks ... more

... 2pm, booked into our serviced apartment (review separate but good) then went for a walk around. Found a Westfield (shopping centres look depressingly similar to Oz, even many of the same stores). Got a few groceries & found an internet cafe. Afterward, took the train into Auckland (what possessed someone to ... more

... train stations. Get a serviced apartment as it will be cheaper for you and very comfortable. Ayers Rock... Long ride to see a rock. Suggest you look at time and decide if it is worth it. If you go I would make point to visit aboriginal communities. They will show ... more