Waipahihi Travel Guide
Taupō
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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
Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.
Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Waipahihi Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
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 i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
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?
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.
Things to do

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp

Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit

Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise

Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo Catamaran Tour
Top hotels in Waipahihi

Oasis Beach Motel
Pool was great!.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

The Cove Taupo
Parking was good,the view from the balcony was good giving views of the lake and town.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Millennium Resort Manuels
We liked the Groto pool.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

The Reef Resort
The hotel was in a quiet location with a lovely warm pool, just what was needed after a few days on the go
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Sacred Waters
We had a wonderful time at Sacred Waters - room was clean and spacious, view over the lake was wonderful, and we loved the warm pool!!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Karaka Tree Motel
I like the spa room plenty of space, got what I asked for ie shortage of towels/bathmats. Kitchen handy location in room but needs simple cleaning overall. Average stay for the price. Could do with a small couch inside and table/chairs for outside usage to enjoy the view of lake.
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Waipahihi

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.

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.

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

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

Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

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