We could not fault our visit. Definitely a return but necessary to book in advance.....word is spreading! Christmas with the Bragg family is one to be enjoyed by adults and children I am told. I know where I'm going next Christmas. Delicious food, relaxing family environment, peaceful tree studded garden to stroll in; a real home away from home. Thanks... More

A short distance out of Taupo township this place is a true find. Hosted by Shaun and Pepper Bragg (& their 3 beautiful young daughters) this place feels like a 5 star lodge. Recently purchased by Shaun and Pepper they have wasted no time in updating the guest rooms and bathrooms into very tasteful accommodation. The setting is beautiful with... More

This was a lovely place to stay and I highly recommend it. Don't be put off by earlier, negative reviews: Minarapa Lodge has changed hands and is now run by Shaun and Pep who were wonderful hosts. Shaun is a chef and on request will cook dinner for you. Don't miss the opportunity - the food was a highlight for... More

11 days of flat out eating great Kiwi food and this was the highlight for both of us. Arriving in Taupo during peak holiday season, we chose the easy option to have Sean and Pep feed us. What a meal: four item tasting plate, perfectly finished venison in Pinot Gris and Moroccan spices, followed up with a berry fruit roulade... More

My partner and I, along with a friend, stayed at the beautiful Minarapa Lodge after driving from Hamilton to Taupo on our way home to Wellington. The Lodge is now under new ownership and the hosts Shaun and Pep and their three delightful daughters were most welcoming and accommodating, allowing us to trial our brand new air rifle on the... More

Minarapa Lodge is a country stay, about 14 km north of Taupo. When you leave the street you drive through an alley of big trees untill you arrive at the house. It is a wonderful place and the hosts are very friendly and helpful. Barbara is born in New Zealand but speaks the German language very well. My English -... More

A very pleasant house with friendly hosts. There is no wifi and Internet access was not offered. The bedrooms are large and well appointed with views of the lovely gardens. As opposed to the other b&bs we stayed at in NZ we were not asked to share evening drinks with our hosts, which, considering the house was a fair drive... More