Hilltop Travel Guide

Taupō

Photo by Aaron Andersen
Photo by Aaron Andersen

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

4.5/5(2 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

Taupō Hot Springs

4/5(5 reviews)

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

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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

4/5(3 reviews)

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

5/5(1 review)

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

Sail Barbary on Great Lake Taupo

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

Rp538.711
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
The plummeting depths of crystal clear waters make it easy to get to the base of the waterfalls.

Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo

Rp1.322.290
per adult
Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
Picture 1 for Activity Taupō: Lake Taupo Maori Rock Carving 2.5-Hour Sailing Cruise

Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings

Rp577.890
per adult
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Rp1.322.290
per adult
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Sailing Tour

Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Catamaran Tour

Rp675.837
per adult
Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Catamaran Tour
Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise

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

Rp577.890
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings 10.30 AM 1.5-Hour Cruise
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Top hotels in Hilltop

Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
The price is Rp2.294.037 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp2.294.037
Rp2.638.172 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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)
"Wonderful character about this property. Very friendly welcoming team of staff and fabulous views across the lake and to the snow-capped mountains. An impressive range of choice for breakfast options, lovely pool, gym and steam/sauna rooms and an all round wonderful and memorable experience. We will ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

2.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp824.163 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
Rp824.163
Rp947.787 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa holiday park in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Pools are amazing"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Stag Park Accommodation

Stag Park Accommodation

2 out of 5
140 Napier Rd, Taupo, Waikato
Stay at this motel in Taupō. Enjoy free parking and a restaurant. Popular attractions Taupō Hot Springs and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are located nearby.
7/10 Good! (50 reviews)
"Ty"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2025

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Stag Park Accommodation
Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is Rp1.291.472 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
Rp1.291.472
Rp1.485.193 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"We would definitely go back and stay again. Very family oriented. Our 7 year old enjoyed the garden lights at night"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is Rp900.802 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp900.802
Rp1.035.922 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (901 reviews)
"Difficult to get parking when the pub above is running, could hear upstairs until it closed but wasnt too bad. Nice compact room. Would have preferred tv in different place"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel

4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is Rp997.913 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
Rp997.913
Rp1.147.605 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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)
"A great room rate next to the lake. Location 10/10. Laid back relaxed feel about the place. Although the Motel was old our room was clean and had all that we needed for a night away. We arrived late in the afternoon and our unit was beautifully warm, a thoughtful touch. The staff were friendly."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Hilltop

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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 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.

Richmond Heights
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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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.

Two Mile Bay
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Tauhara

While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths.

Tauhara
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Rainbow Point

While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.

Rainbow Point

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