Acacia Bay Travel Guide
Taupō



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Popular places to visit

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.

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
Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.
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.
Things to do

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp

Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise

Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Top hotels in Acacia Bay

Lake Taupo Lodge
We enjoyed our stay very much at Lake Taupo lodge. Spacious room and very beautiful space. Breakfast were top notch too! Thank you so much for the awesome memories :)
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2024

The Point Villas
Definitely money worth for the price of the accommodation.
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2023

Chalet Eiger Lodge
Had a very enjoyable night at Chalet Eiger and Nina was a wonderful hostess. The evening meal and breakfast along with the glasses of wine were delicious and it was nice to share some stories with her. A very accommodating hostess.
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

The Loft
An excellent place to stay in the Taupo area. Spacious room with all you need and a good breakfast to start you off for the day. Friendly and helpful hosts.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Friendly staff, especially the restaurant staff.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Wairakei Resort Taupo
The room was very nice and great facilities, however the booking system for the tennis court and towels was contradictory, the signs said one thing but the staff said the opposite.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Acacia Bay

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

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

Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.

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 The Landing Lake Taupō.

Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.

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