Title: Close to the river, 11 TeAho  is 
a family lodge with plenty of character  Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk

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# Close to the river, 11 TeAho is a family lodge with plenty of character 

Escape to a peaceful haven where nature’s serenity meets adventure. Unwind amidst the soothing sounds of birdsong.

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- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

Tucked away in Turangi's natural beauty, Te Aho Lodge offers a serene retreat surrounded by native trees and birdsong. Enjoy modern comforts, unwind with nature sounds, or explore the majestic Tongariro River and Lake Taupo nearby.

## Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

## Popular amenities

- Pet-friendly
- Air-conditioning
- Parking available
- Laundry room

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## About the area

Turangi is home to this lodge. Te Porere Redoubt is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taupō and Tongariro National Park. [Visit our Turangi travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Turangi.dx9674)

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Tūrangi, Waikato

### What's nearby

- ![Scenery view of Taupo town with lake Taupo the largest freshwater lake in North island of New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 706307593; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108145/2d296390-b701-4e0d-8ff8-19e6afabfc2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Lake Taupō  
6 min drive \- 4.0 miles
- ![Tongariro National Park showing a sunset and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135271/693cc357-f620-4a05-aeb0-ccdeb157ad1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Tongariro National Park  
7 min drive \- 5.8 miles
- ![Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108150/01b29e58-e4a9-4240-a58d-af1c460f5475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Taupō Hot Springs  
45 min drive \- 36.6 miles
- ![Huka Falls](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108156/11fcc376-171c-46ee-b5c1-4b53d0a9eed0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Huka Falls  
53 min drive \- 41.5 miles
- Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre  
8 min walk \- 0.5 miles

### Getting around

- Taupō Airport (TUO)  
37 min drive

### Restaurants

- Turangi Tavern  
12 min walk
- Delta Coffee  
7 min walk
- Turangi Bakery & Cafe  
11 min walk
- Thyme For Food  
12 min walk
- Mustard Seed Cafe  
12 min walk

## About this property

### Close to the river, 11 TeAho is a family lodge with plenty of character 

Lodge near Lake Taupō 

 Close to the river, 11 TeAho is a family lodge with plenty of character provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 

You'll also find perks such as: 

- Barbecues and smoke-free property

Room features 

All guest rooms at Close to the river, 11 TeAho is a family lodge with plenty of character boast perks, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as Internet access. 

Extra conveniences in all rooms include: 

- 4 bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
- Dishwashers, microwaves and ovens

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## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in all rooms: WiFi

### Conveniences

- Laundry facilities

### Outdoors

- Barbecue grill

### More

- Smoke-free property

## Room amenities

### Bedroom

- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 4 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Entertainment

- Smart TV

### Food and drink

- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven

### More

- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board

## Policies

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: 

Load and start the dishwasher 

Strip any used beds and gather used towels 

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish 

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys 

Turn off heat pumps and close and lock all windows 

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

### Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

1 total pets

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges 

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30 

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector 

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation 

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## Reviews

## Close to the river, 11 TeAho is a family lodge with plenty of character Reviews

9.6

### Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines)

### 9.6

Cleanliness

### 9.8

Location

10 - Excellent

5

8 - Good

2

6 - Okay

0

4 - Poor

0

2 - Terrible

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## Reviews

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Edith T.

14 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

My Family & Friends loved the locations and the lodge was absolutely lovely 

##### Edith T.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

Verified

### 8/10 Good

#### Carolyn S.

31 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Great accommodation & location for a group.

Te Aho Lodge 

##### Carolyn S.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Estéfano T.

24 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I had an amazing stay with some friends at this house. Everything was perfect very clean, well organized, and full of small details and accessories that made me feel truly at home and welcome. Out of all the places I’ve stayed, this was by far the best. I’m sure it will give me wonderful memories, and if I ever get the chance, I would definitely stay here again.

##### Estéfano T.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Tamara S.

6 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Amazing

This place is amazing . Even better then listing 

##### Tamara S.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Nick V.

7 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Amazing

Amazing place to stay for our large family of 8 adults and 4 children aged 10 - 14\. Plenty of space for us all to spread out yet be together. Warm and cosy on rainy days and cold fine days and everything we needed was there. Yes I agree better than the photos

##### Nick V.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Evelyn H.

22 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

##### Evelyn H.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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