Rainbow Point Travel Guide

Taupō

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

Rp531.225
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

Rp1.306.794
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

Rp569.859
per adult
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Rp1.303.915
per adult
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
Lake Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Boat Cruise

Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise

Rp571.117
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Sailing Tour

Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Catamaran Tour

Rp599.801
per adult
Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Catamaran Tour
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Top hotels in Rainbow Point

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is Rp1.233.770 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp1.233.770
Rp1.418.836 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Awesome rooms friendly staff and great activities like golf tennis available with 2 heated pools that are large enough to accommodate big crowds"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp877.882 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
Rp877.882
Rp1.009.564 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (936 reviews)
"Very small room with bathroom but fine for a one night stopover on way to Auckland with a late afternoon arrival. Was walking distance to Taupo for food (there was a restaurant but as a solo traveller don’t usually use restaurants on my own)"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.324.850 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
Rp1.324.850
Rp1.523.582 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (881 reviews)
"We were very happy with our stay - the room was clean, the spa bath lovely, staff friendly but my absolute stand out was the bed! Hands down the best motel sleep I've ever had, the bed is incredible."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Beechtree Motel
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

3.5 out of 5
76-80 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is Rp1.242.005 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
Rp1.242.005
Rp1.428.358 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Good place to stay at a reasonable price."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
The price is Rp1.900.337 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
Rp1.900.337
Rp2.185.388 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay in taupo! With heated pools and hor pools just down the driveway. Also excellent food onsite"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Lakeland Resort Taupo

Lakeland Resort Taupo

3 out of 5
282 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is Rp1.482.159 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
Rp1.482.159
Rp1.704.507 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay Lovely linen Clean everything u need"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Lakeland Resort Taupo
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Other neighbourhoods around Rainbow Point

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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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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
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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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Hilltop

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

Hilltop
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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