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Reviews of Hilltop Whakaipo Estate 5 stars

100 Ross Rise, 3385 Taupo, New Zealand

#1 of 18 B&Bs and Inns in Taupo

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 304 B&B reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    10.0

  • Comfort

    10.0

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.9

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    10
    This location was a real find, a special place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    It's a stunning location, with great views. We really enjoyed our stay here, Peter and Michelle were awesome hosts and very welcoming. Excellent breakfast with eggs from their own chickens, and spinach picked straight from the garden, all served with great coffee too. It was special to hand feed the deer too, something you can't get anywhere else! It was only a short drive through pretty countryside to Taupo township, where we went for dinner. Nice to stay in a new location near town with a different perspective and view of the lake.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    10
    Loved the space, plenty of room for everyone.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved the space, plenty of room for everyone . Great to be able to play with the dogs and watch the farm animals. Our hosts were lovely.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    Comfortable contemporary accommodation, in a stunningly hilltop location, this property ticks all the boxes! Great for c
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Distance from Lake Taupo town (around 14km)- if you wish to eat in a restaurant at night.

    Stunning hilltop location - overlooking Lake Taupo vista! Conversing with the friendly owners, and hearing their stories. Terrific extensive breakfast The opportunity to play with the owners 3 dogs and the chance to feed their farm deers!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Great hosts,breakfasts,location and accomodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Breakfasts.superb.Hosts very friendly and helpful. Location stunning and very handy for sights. Accomodation stylish and modern.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    10
    Excellent experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, everything was top notch.

    Nice rooms, incredible property, lovely owners, amazing breakfast, cool experience feeding the deer, and great advice about our stay in taupo, activities etc. Couldn't be happier.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, hosts & accommodation

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    We enjoyed our stay and it was our fault for not realizing how far out of Taupo it was.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Just for owners interest to be 5 star the butter could be in a dish and the jams home preserves.

    The breakfast was nice

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    Cherry on top
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was the highlight of our trip and continues to be! Something a fancy hotel can’t provide - coziness and warmth from a family home with 3 awesome and loveable dogs! Super clean and tidy, had everything we needed! Beautiful view throughout the day!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    9.0
    Really super place, amazing breakfast and great hosts!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A washing machine would have made it absolutely perfect!

    Location, views, and super comfortable and clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    9.0
    highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    felt you were on top of the world unbelievable view bed was really comfortable breakfast was delicious very friendly and warm hosts

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    10
    Cant rate this property and its hosts high enough, wouldnt definetly stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, place was perfect.

    Peter and Michelle were amazing hosts. The rooms were super comfertable and the location was incredible with some of the best views ive ever seen. The family dogs, were super cute and friendly and really added to the charm of the house. Breakfast was fantastic each morning with a variety of options including hot and cold (cereal and fruit etc). Special shout to Peter for showing us around and letting us meet the deer on the property which was a great experience.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    10
    Lovely stay with lovely hosts. Would stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful property

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    10
    Fabolous place with amazing views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing.

    Peter and Michel were fantastic hosts and made us feel really welcomed. Amazing views, gorgeous room and great home cooked breakfast. Getting to feed the deer and sheep was an added bonus and we also got to play with their lovely labs. Cannot recommend enough!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    10
    If you looking for a quiet place with a spectacular scenery, than this place is for you.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    none.

    The owners are pleasant and welcoming. They thoughts of all the little details which make the traveller fill comfortable. The warm breakfast in their own kitchen is a cultural experience as you get to meet people all over the world. I've booked for one night and I stayed there for three nights.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    10
    Great property with amazing hosts. The personal touches made the stay extremely enjoyable. I would highly recommend this
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was small however could use common room for additional space

    Amazing property with a fabulous view over the lake. Facilities were very clean and property owners went over and above to make you feel welcome. Breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing view and great hosts!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    10
    Really impressive facilities and what a view !!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    The view, sunset, the lifestyle friendly hosts. Feeding the deer

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    10
    Fun time at the farm
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Windy road to get there, quite away from Taupo

    Modern and spacious apartment at the farm, well equipped, welcomed by friendly owners and surrounded by animals,

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    10
    Peaceful location with beautiful views and a good breakfast too !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful location with very friendly and helpful hosts who went out of the way to make our stay memorable.Great suggestions of things to do and feeding the deer an unexpected bonus! We enjoyed the freshly cooked breakfast and good company of our hosts.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The welcome was first class and nothing was too much trouble. The views were stunning. Everything was perfect. What a lovely stay. The dogs and deer were a lovely bonus.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    Beautiful and comfortable B&B with a gorgeous view!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The property was so picturesque on top of the hill looking out to the mountains and lake. At night, we could enjoy the beautiful stars. Michelle & Peter were great hosts. Breakfast was delicious, and we got a tour of their farm. Their 3 dogs were wonderful and friendly. The facilities were clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We had the most lovely stay at the beginning of our honeymoon! The views and the estate are so beautiful and well taken care of. And Peter showed us the deer which was definitely a highlight. And the breakfast! Thank you for everything

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    10
    Great place, we hope to be back sometime
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful location, amazing views, super comfy room and a really friendly and welcoming host, Michelle. The deer feeding after (a delicious) breakfast was a special highlight!!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Wonderful stay at scenic farm close to Lake Taupo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing.

    wonderful stay with great views of countryside. the Hosts, Peter and Michelle, were welcoming and helpful. The 2BR apartment is very spacious and comfortable. Beds are very comfortable (firm) and kitchen/bathroom amenities are first class. Very much felt like staying in someone's home. For those wanting a relaxing stay overlooking Lake Taupo, I highly recommend this place.

    Stayed in January 2024

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