Popular places to visit

Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.

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 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 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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Hilltop

Hilton Lake Taupo
The apartment was
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Good
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Stag Park Accommodation
Clean room.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
We have stayed here several times and would return again Handy location
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Polite staff on arrival. Comfy bed, room nice and clean. Was on the ground floor, perhaps a room on a level up may of been better, will do next time. Great location Right across the road from the lake which was lovely, and an easy walk into town.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Beechtree Motel
Spacious studio, very clean and good selection of amenities. Good WiFi and tv. 5 minutes walk into the centre. Would definitely recommend
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hilltop

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

Richmond Heights
While Richmond Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.

Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing.

Two Mile Bay
While Two Mile Bay may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.

Tauhara
While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.

Rainbow Point
While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.
Hilltop Travel Guide
- Taupō Hot Springs
- Lake Taupō
- Huka Falls
- Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave
- Spa Thermal Park
- Craters of the Moon
- Waikato River
- Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
- Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
- Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
- A.C. Baths
- Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
- The Landing Lake Taupō
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
- Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley
- Mind Junction
- Rock`n Ropes

