Tauhara

Taupō

Photo by Barbette Siller
Photo by Barbette Siller
Photo by Tim Thomas
Photo by Tim Thomas

Popular places to visit

People gather at a hot spot in the Waikato river. Because of the geothermal activity in this area, this area of the lake is like a hot tub. #waikatoriver #geothermal #nature #newzealand #taupo #hotspot

Spa Thermal Park

4/5(1 review)

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

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

A.C. Baths

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Wairakei Geothermal Power Station as part of your travels around Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

Maori Carvings

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Taupō when you stop by Maori Carvings. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Maori Carvings

Golf Club Taupō

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Taupō at Golf Club Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

Golf Club Taupō

Tauhara Hotel Deals

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
3 out of 5
281 Spa Rd, Taupo, Waikato
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free parking, a business center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (562 reviews)
Pet friendly
"Great to be able to stay with our fur friends"

Reviewed on 2025/7/3

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Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
3 out of 5
41 Centennial Drive, Taupo
Stay at this 3-star golf motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Golf Club Taupō and A.C. Baths are located ...
Best family resort in NZ
"This resort with out a doubt has to be the best family resort in NZ! The pool is incredible, the 2brm motel style room is stylish but functional."

Reviewed on 2020/5/28

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Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
Wairakei Resort Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo
4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is NT$2,317 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
NT$2,317
NT$2,664 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"It was good for the price we paid. My son enjoyed the thermal pool. The only reason kids want to play in pools is to jump and splash (cause that is how they see water as fun). Being told not to is counter intuitive. Luckily we met lots of like-minded families in the lower pool. We never went to the ..."

Reviewed on 2025/7/7

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is NT$1,616 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
NT$1,616
NT$1,858 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (881 reviews)
"A great place to stay to break trip."

Reviewed on 2025/7/2

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Beechtree Motel
Beechtree Motel
4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (841 reviews)
"Beechtree was a lovely stay. The apartment was clean, spacious and conveniently located."

Reviewed on 2025/7/7

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Beechtree Motel
Oasis Beach Motel
Oasis Beach Motel
4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is NT$1,790 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
NT$1,790
NT$2,059 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! (999 reviews)
"Good value for money"

Reviewed on 2025/7/5

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Other neighborhoods around Tauhara

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
If you are somewhere around Lake Taupo and you are looking for a camp, come here at the Reids Farm. Waking up just one step from the river is really nice way to start a day. #weekendgetaway

Rangatira Park

If you're spending some time in Rangatira Park, Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing.

Rangatira Park
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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
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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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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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