Hilltop

Taupō

Photo by Aaron Andersen
Photo by Aaron Andersen

Popular places to visit

Spa Thermal Park

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

Taupō Hot Springs

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

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Taupō, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

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

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

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

Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

P1,686
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise
Lake Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Boat Cruise

Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise

P1,989
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise

Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise

P1,989
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise
Huka Falls by Jet Boat

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

P5,015
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

P2,327
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

P4,889
per adult
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure
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Top hotels in Hilltop

Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
The price is P8,075 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P8,075
P9,286 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Wonderful character about this property. Very friendly welcoming team of staff and fabulous views across the lake and to the snow-capped mountains. An impressive range of choice for breakfast options, lovely pool, gym and steam/sauna rooms and an all round wonderful and memorable experience. We will ..."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

2.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
The price is P2,880 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
P2,880
P3,312 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa holiday park in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The view of the lake was awesome and when the sky was clear you could see Mt ruapehu from our lodging. The heated floor was a bonus for the winter chill and the beds were nice and soft. Town was down the road and family activities were close by. Was an amazing time for me and my family."

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Stag Park Accommodation

Stag Park Accommodation

2 out of 5
140 Napier Rd, Taupo, Waikato
Stay at this motel in Taupō. Enjoy free parking and a restaurant. Popular attractions Taupō Hot Springs and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are located nearby.
7/10 Good! (49 reviews)
"Ty"

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2025

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Stag Park Accommodation
Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is P4,512 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P4,512
P5,189 total
Aug 3 - Aug 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! (1,021 reviews)
"We would definitely go back and stay again. Very family oriented. Our 7 year old enjoyed the garden lights at night"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is P3,147 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P3,147
P3,620 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
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! (898 reviews)
"Difficult to get parking when the pub above is running, could hear upstairs until it closed but wasnt too bad. Nice compact room. Would have preferred tv in different place"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is P4,750 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
P4,750
P5,462 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
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! (863 reviews)
Fabulous
"This is my new go to accommodation for future stays in Taupo."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Beechtree Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Hilltop

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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 The Landing Lake Taupō.

Richmond Heights
Taupo showing 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
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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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Tauhara

While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths.

Tauhara
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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

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