Your first impression as you walk into the foyer of this luxurious boutique hotel will be one of delight and excitement. It is so close to the lake that you feel you can walk through the lounge to touch the water. There is no better location than this for a hotel in Taupo. The WOW factor continues as you walk through the main guest areas and experience the ambience, decor and fabulous art collection the hotel is well reputed for. The hotel underwent a complete re build and refurbishment of all admin, conference venues, lounge, bar, and restaurant areas ready for the summer of 2010.ACCOMMODATION -All luxurious rooms and suites are tastefully decorated and stylishly appointed. Room choices include Junior Queen or King suites with spa baths 42" plasma TV or cosy studio queen or double doubles all with shower ensuite, mini bar, coffee tea making facilities, DVD, iron, ironing board.DINING - Is recognised as a speciality in this hotel with two fabulous lake edge restaurants to choose from. EDGEWATER - AWARD -WINNING cuisine and wine with gracious service. Edgewater Restaurant has been awarded the NZ Beef and Lamb " Hallmark of Excellence" for more than a decade. Need we say more?Absolute Lake edge dining when you wish to spoil, impress, or simply the best experience during your stay in Taupo.BEACH BRASSERIE AND BAR - a favourite for locals, families and hotel guests for all day dining, breakfast, lunch, dinner and any in betweens, even coffee to go. Popular al fresco dining on the waters edge on sunny days. Beach menus feature favourites using the freshest NZ produce, and offer a la carte, special children's menu and scrumptious holiday buffets.