Wairakei Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Wairakei Resort Taupo
10/10 Great staff,Clean room, great parking.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Huka Lodge
Huka Lodge goes above and beyond to see to your every need. the suites are spacious and gorgeous, and the food is impossible to beat.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Rooms were basic but clean and comfortable. If noise bothers you, I would request an upstairs room as we could hear people moving above us all night. Staff were friendly, restaurant and bar were great for a drink and meal.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments
The room was amazingly so clean. Loved how roomy the space was and the kitchenette area made the stay so convenient.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Ika Nui Taupo
Fabulous service and location
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Sacred Waters
A great apartment, overlooking Lake Taupo. Perfect spot on the lake. Great appliances, clean modern kitchen, appliances and amenities; comfortable beds and great showers. Doesn’t get much better…
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit

Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa
You can find out about the history of Wairakei when you stop by Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Craters of the Moon
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Craters of the Moon, a lovely green space in Wairakei. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Prawn Farm
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Prawn Farm during your travels in Wairakei. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Aratiatia Rapids
Explore the great outdoors at Aratiatia Rapids, a lovely green space in Wairakei. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Wairakei International Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Wairakei at Wairakei International Golf Course. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley
Enjoy an outing to Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley during your stay in Wairakei. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
- Craters of the Moon
- Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley
- Rock`n Ropes
- Mind Junction
- Lake Taupō
- Taupō Hot Springs
- Huka Falls
- Spa Thermal Park
- Waikato River
- Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
- Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave
- Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
- Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
- A.C. Baths
- The Landing Lake Taupō
- Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens



