Waipahihi

Taupō

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

Waipahihi Botanical Gardens

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

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

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

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

P1,690
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

P1,994
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
Huka Falls by Jet Boat

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

P5,025
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise

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

P1,994
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

P2,332
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

P4,900
per adult
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure
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Top hotels in Waipahihi

Oasis Beach Motel
Oasis Beach Motel
4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is P3,488 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P3,488
P4,011 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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! (996 reviews)
"It is good"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Oasis Beach Motel
Millennium Resort Manuels
Millennium Resort Manuels
4.5 out of 5
243 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is P5,352 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
P5,352
P6,155 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 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
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

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The Reef Resort
Sacred Waters
Sacred Waters
5 out of 5
221-225 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, Waikato
The price is P9,051 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
P9,051
P10,408 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Taupō. 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 P4,272 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P4,272
P4,913 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō 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 P4,276 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P4,276
P4,917 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach motel in Taupō. 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 neighbourhoods 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 Lake Taupō and Waikato River.

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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