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    Chalet Eiger

    53 Reviews
    #13 of 34 Specialty Lodging in Taupo
    534 Gillespie Place | Acacia Bay, Taupo 3385, New Zealand
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    5.0
    53 reviews
    • Excellent93%
    • Very good3%
    • Average3%
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    1 - 5 of 52 reviews

    Reviewed 6 days ago
    A wonderful find.

    What a wonderful find Chalet Eiger is, nestled above Taupo this is simply an idyllic spot, with stunning views and beautiful accommodation. Our hosts, Nina and Pete had thought of everything to make our stay a very memorable one. The Chalet itself is luxurious, but...More

    Thank Wendy W
    Response from Peter H, Owner at Chalet EigerResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for such kind words, we thoroughly enjoyed your staying with us and look forward to seeing you return in your new status!

    Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile
    Couldn't be better. Five stars!!!

    My fiancé and I spent two wonderful nights at this fantastic lodge during our visit to Taupo and were thoroughly impressed. From the moment we stepped through the front door, we were treated more like long-lost friends than paying guests. There was absolutely nothing that...More

    Thank Mitch P
    Response from Peter H, Owner at Chalet EigerResponded 3 days ago

    Thanks for such a great review, after three months its as though we have been doing this for years and with such great guests as yourselves, it makes it an absolute pleasure, we look forward to seeing you both again (before the next Lions tour!)

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Very Pleasant Stay

    While searching for somewhere to stay in Taupo, we stumbled across Chalet Eiger. Having never stayed at a establishment like this before, we thought we would give it a try. We can happily say we were very pleased we did. We found you had the...More

    Thank kerryolsen72
    Response from Peter H, Owner at Chalet EigerResponded 3 days ago

    We are very pleased you found us! At some point our secret will be out (we hope) It was an absolute pleasure to host you and it was such a great bunch of people at our Saturday night dinner party. It felt truly like we...More

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Relaxing, warm and friendly

    My husband and I stayed for 2 nights for a get away from Auckland. We enjoyed relaxing in front of the fire after a lovely home cooked meal by Nina with lovely wine. The location was nice away from the busy Taupo centre. The outlook...More

    Thank Joanne M
    Response from Peter H, Manager at Chalet EigerResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for such kind words, we really appreciate your comments and look forward to seeing you both again soon!

    Reviewed June 12, 2017 via mobile
    Lovely warm place to explore the Taupo area

    We spent two relaxing nights at Chalet Eiger. We flew in from Sydney and drove straight to Taupo, arriving tired and hungry close to 9pm and were so happy to be greeted with a roaring fire, warm Company, red wine and dinner ready for us....More

    Thank gastranimy
    Response from Peter H, Owner at Chalet EigerResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for such a great review and we enjoyed hosting you both and would love to hear how the recipe worked! Yes, take your point re privacy and will ensure that we address this in the future. Pleased you both enjoyed your time in...More

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    • Free Parking
    • Breakfast included
    • Restaurant
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
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    • Free Parking
    • Breakfast included
    • Concierge
    • Self-Serve Laundry
    • Conference Facilities
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    • Air Conditioning
    • Refrigerator in room
    • Minibar
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    • $257 - $337 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    • Suites ,
    • Non-Smoking Rooms
    • Number of rooms
    • 3
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