Taupō Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Huka Falls featuring a bridge and rapids as well as a large group of people
Huka Falls which includes boating and a river or creek as well as a small group of people
Craters of the Moon featuring a hot spring and mountains as well as a couple
Taupō
Taupō

Where to stay in Taupō

Taupo featuring a lake or waterhole

Taupō Central

If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Taupō Central
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Nukuhau

While visiting Nukuhau, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Waikato River.

Nukuhau
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Acacia Bay

Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider stopping by Lake Taupō while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Acacia Bay
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Hilltop

While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.

Hilltop
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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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Waipahihi

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

Waipahihi
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 1.425.458 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
1.425.458 ₫
1.639.277 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (913 reviews)
"Lovely staff & very helpful…."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel

4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is 1.579.130 ₫ per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
1.579.130 ₫
1.816.007 ₫ total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Oasis Beach Motel
Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.199.953 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
3.199.953 ₫
3.679.946 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great food and service"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
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Ika Nui Taupo

Ika Nui Taupo

3 out of 5
64 Lake Terrace, Taupo, Waikato
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (330 reviews)
Place to relax
"Great place place. Easy to walk to city harbour and lake just on the other side of the road. I love making my own meals and kitchen had everything you need"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Ika Nui Taupo
Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

3.5 out of 5
59-61 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo, Waikato
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Taupō. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (709 reviews)
"Room was provided with ample facilities. Clean, warm and comfortable. The lake view from the room was beautiful."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments
The Village Resort

The Village Resort

4 out of 5
82 Lake Terrace, Taupo, Waikato
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (341 reviews)
"Well equipped apartment rooms, heated pool was great. Nice restaurant next door & markets on a Sunday morning! We had a great stay!"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

The Village Resort
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 which includes indigenous culture and art

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Taupō Museum and Art Gallery in Taupō. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

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

Explore the campus of Wairakei Geothermal Power Station during your stay in 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

Cities near Taupō

Wairakei featuring mist or fog as well as an individual female

Wairakei

Huka Falls featuring rapids

Rotokawa