Mels BNB Is Amazing. There is a Heater available make sure 2 use it because it does get cold in Taupo lol. Mel messaged us to checked on us to make sure we drive safely to her house and even after our stay as we headed to Hawera. This made us feel truely welcomed to NZ loved it. Mini Bar fridge available. no stove sooo no cooking unless i didnt look properly haha but theres a fish n chip shop round the corner. town is like 3streets away 5min drive. THANKS again Mel for your hospitality xx