My wife and I stayed at Chalet Eiger for two nights during our honeymoon in New Zealand, and we are so glad that we did. The accommodation itself is very impressive, with luxurious bathrooms, integrated stereo systems in the rooms, a large relaxing lounge and impressive dining area. But the real highlights were (i) the amazing hospitality of Emil and Hea Min and (ii) the food. Emil and Hea Min are incredibly nice people, very approachable and happy to help with any tips and suggestions you may need. On our first night at Chalet Eiger, we had an incredible 5 course meal cooked by Hea Min, which exceeded anything we've ever had in any restaurants in London - all served with great affection and warmth by Emil, which made for the most perfect evening.

We would definitely recommed Chalet Eiger, and will make sure we build it in to our itinerary next time we venture to New Zealand.

This was our second visit to Chalet Eiger, and we returned to Taupo specifically to stay there again. Emil and Hea Min offer gracious, warm hospitality with very comfortable rooms and facilities. Most of all, Hea Min is a cook (chef?) who could easily hold her head high amongst 5-star celebrity chefs if she wanted to - supported by Emil who has his own specialities also (eg. a game terrine which was delightful). They take the time to source ingredients from trusted suppliers and they also grow many of their own vegetables and herbs. We will return in the next couple of years! (If you go, make sure you ask for the sesame and pepper encrusted tuna with sesame rice).

Words could never describe the Chalet Eigler. From the moment we arrived (They had an American Flag on the flag pole to grret us) until the moment we left we felt as if we had become part of the family. The house is absolutely gorgeous and our room was top notch with a light and sound system, the likes I have never seen before. Fresh towels each morning AND evening. A chocolate on the bed stand each evening. Everything was to perfection. Not only the accomodations, but the propritors, Emil and Hae Min, are so very welcoming and EXTREMELY caring. I was not feeling well one evening and their concern and help was way beyond what one could ever dream of. We spent 2 nights with them and we were sorry to leave. A more wonderful place I have yet to see. Don't miss the oportunity to be at the Chalet Eigler !

This was a lovely house with lovely hosts however it was not top of our list for our months travelling in NZ. Whilst the fancy Hi Fi system was impressive and it did have some nice personnel touches we thought it was overpriced and with such a hard bed we did not get a very good sleep. We did not take an evening meal there so cannot comment on that. For breakfast the cold choice was good and they did ask if we wanted anything hot. However they did not give us any idea as to what this could be!
For a lower price the Maison de la Mer in Akoroa was definitely the best for us and we judged everything after this on their price & standard. We therefore expected something exceptional at the Chalet Eiger (and from looking at the previous reviews) so sadly we were disappointed. We also has poor weather for our 2 night stay so we had no view of the lake! On the bases of price i would not recommend the Chalet Eiger.