Tauhara

Taupō

Photo by Barbette Siller
Photo by Barbette Siller
Photo by Tim Thomas
Photo by Tim Thomas

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

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

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

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

Walk around the campus at Wairakei Geothermal Power Station as part of your travels around Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

A.C. Baths

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

Golf Club Taupō

Enjoy a round of golf in Taupō at Golf Club Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

Golf Club Taupō

Maori Carvings

You can find out about the history of Taupō when you stop by Maori Carvings. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Maori Carvings

Things to do

Sail Barbary on Great Lake Taupo

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

￥4,844
per adult
90% 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

￥5,196
per adult
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Sailing Tour

Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Catamaran Tour

￥5,450
per adult
Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Catamaran Tour
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

￥12,770
per adult
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

￥6,055
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
The plummeting depths of crystal clear waters make it easy to get to the base of the waterfalls.

Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo

￥11,889
per adult
Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
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Tauhara Hotel Deals

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

3 out of 5
281 Spa Rd, Taupo, Waikato
The price is ￥6,419 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
￥6,419
￥7,489 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free parking, a business center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (593 reviews)
"Always a quiet relaxed place to stay"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is ￥11,186 per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
￥11,186
￥12,864 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Heated pools are great, bball tennis and soccer court are a plus. Good food in the restaurant. Rooms decor is a bit tired, could do with refresh."

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ￥7,488 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
￥7,488
￥8,692 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (940 reviews)
"Had a great night's sleep. Unfortunately I had to check out early but the Social Club upstairs looks awesome"

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is ￥10,932 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
￥10,932
￥12,734 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (884 reviews)
"It’s always fabulous, will only stay here when in Taupo from now on."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

Beechtree Motel
Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
The price is ￥18,594 per night from Oct 23 to Oct 24
￥18,594
￥21,383 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Staff were very kind, lovely large room and large bathroom. Food was good too! Everything was nice, grounds were beautiful and well kept."

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Lakeland Resort Taupo

Lakeland Resort Taupo

3 out of 5
282 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ￥13,763 per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
￥13,763
￥15,891 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay Lovely linen Clean everything u need"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Lakeland Resort Taupo
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Other neighborhoods around Tauhara

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 Lake Taupō and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery.

Taupō Central
If you are somewhere around Lake Taupo and you are looking for a camp, come here at the Reids Farm. Waking up just one step from the river is really nice way to start a day. #weekendgetaway

Rangatira Park

If you're spending some time in Rangatira Park, Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing.

Rangatira Park
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Waipahihi

If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Waipahihi
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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 Spa Thermal Park.

Richmond Heights
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Two Mile Bay

When in Two Mile Bay, you can plan a visit to Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Two Mile Bay

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