Rainbow Point

Taupo

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 Taupo.

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

Taupo Museum and Art Gallery

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

Taupo Museum and Art Gallery

Taupo Hot Springs

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

Taupo Hot Springs

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

Walk around the campus at Wairakei Geothermal Power Station as part of your travels around Taupo. 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 Taupo with a trip to A.C. Baths. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

A.C. Baths

Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Taupo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Things to do

Lake Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Boat Cruise

Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise

P1,931
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

P1,931
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

P4,747
per adult
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

P2,259
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit

P2,259
per adult
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

P1,800
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise
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Top hotels in Rainbow Point

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo
4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is P4,612 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
P4,612
P5,303 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It's a lovely resort but if you want to leave you have to drive as it is well out of town."

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is P3,054 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
P3,054
P3,512 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (716 reviews)
"I had a basic room so was accepting of the "basic" conditions. It was very clean, however several things could have been improved. the sheets looked a slight grey instead of crisp bright white. Throw over was very flat and needed replacing. Facilties available satisfactory. The kettle kept overloading ..."

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Hilton Lake Taupo
Hilton Lake Taupo
5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
The price is P7,771 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
P7,771
P8,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great for the grandsons I was holiday with"

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
4.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
The price is P4,428 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
P4,428
P5,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury holiday park in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Very clean and a great place"

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2025

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
4 out of 5
14 Northcroft Street, Taupo
The price is P8,085 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
P8,085
P9,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (931 reviews)
"Great rooms!"

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2025

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Tui Oaks Motel
Tui Oaks Motel
3.5 out of 5
Cnr Lake Terrace & Tui Street, Taupo
The price is P5,400 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
P5,400
P6,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (521 reviews)
"Handy to town, Jolly Good Fellow Pub 50M away, nice views 👍"

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2025

Tui Oaks Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Rainbow Point

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Two Mile Bay

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

Two Mile Bay
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Waipahihi

If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupo 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 Taupo Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.

Richmond Heights
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Wharewaka

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

Wharewaka
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, Taupo Hot Springs and Lake Taupo are top sights worth seeing.

Hilltop
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Five Mile Bay

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Five Mile Bay. Make a stop by Lake Taupo or Five Mile Bay while you're exploring the area.

Five Mile Bay

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