Waipahihi

Taupō

Popular places to visit

People gather at a hot spot in the Waikato river. Because of the geothermal activity in this area, this area of the lake is like a hot tub. #waikatoriver #geothermal #nature #newzealand #taupo #hotspot

Spa Thermal Park

4/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.

Spa Thermal Park
Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery showing art and indigenous culture

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

Waipahihi Botanical Gardens

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Waipahihi Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Waipahihi Botanical Gardens

Taupō Hot Springs

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

Taupō Hot Springs

A.C. Baths

4.5/5(6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Taupō with a trip to A.C. Baths. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

A.C. Baths

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Taupō with a trip to Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in the area.

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

Things to do

Huka Falls by Jet Boat

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

￥13,008
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

￥6,044
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

￥12,683
per adult
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure
Sail Barbary on Great Lake Taupo

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

￥4,811
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
Picture 1 for Activity Taupō: Lake Taupo Maori Rock Carving 2.5-Hour Sailing Cruise

Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings

￥5,166
per adult
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

￥11,821
per adult
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
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Waipahihi Hotel Deals

Oasis Beach Motel
Oasis Beach Motel
4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ￥8,960 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
￥8,960
￥10,304 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"We had a unit over looking the lake"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Oasis Beach Motel
Millennium Resort Manuels
Millennium Resort Manuels
4.5 out of 5
243 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ￥15,258 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
￥15,258
￥17,547 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"All the above that ive indcated"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Millennium Resort Manuels
The Reef Resort
The Reef Resort
4 out of 5
219 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ￥14,495 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
￥14,495
￥16,669 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (910 reviews)
"Easy check in, fantastic location,"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

The Reef Resort
Sacred Waters
Sacred Waters
5 out of 5
221-225 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, Waikato
The price is ￥24,149 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
￥24,149
￥27,845 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (425 reviews)
"It’s very nice"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Sacred Waters
Karaka Tree Motel
Karaka Tree Motel
3.5 out of 5
216 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ￥11,830 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
￥11,830
￥13,659 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupo Hot Springs ...
7.6/10 Good! (403 reviews)
"Love the hige spa pools , would be nicer if they had a good clean everynow and again though"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

Karaka Tree Motel
The Cove Taupo
The Cove Taupo
3.5 out of 5
213 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ￥10,657 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
￥10,657
￥12,305 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (467 reviews)
"We only stayed one night so had a room that was cheaper than the rest. There was no table you could use to put cups or plates on. The bathroom was a bit tired."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

The Cove Taupo
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Other neighborhoods around Waipahihi

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Two Mile Bay

When in Two Mile Bay, you can plan a visit to Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Two Mile Bay
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Richmond Heights

While there might not be top attractions in Richmond Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō.

Richmond Heights
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Rainbow Point

If you're spending some time in Rainbow Point, Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Rainbow Point
Looking out across Lake Taupo at the Central North Island volcanoes, Mount Ruapehu, Mount Ngauruhoe, and Mount Tongariro. The town of Taupo is very nice, with plenty of cheap hostels, around $25-35 per night

Hilltop

If you're spending some time in Hilltop, Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.

Hilltop
Taupo featuring a lake or waterhole

Taupō Central

While visiting Taupō Central, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupō.

Taupō Central
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Wharewaka

While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.

Wharewaka

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