Waipahihi 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.
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 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.
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
Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus
Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings
Top hotels in Waipahihi
Oasis Beach Motel
Beautiful situation with a great outlook of the lake. Lovely pool. The units due to their age could do with an update.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
The steamed pool, sauna, and grotto hot pool are very nice to enjoy.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
The Cove Taupo
Great room, spacious, clean and tidy. Staff were great, friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sacred Waters
I like the warmth in the room. It is comfortable and not dry.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Reef Resort
We had a lovely stay with the ex room conditions and all staff were so nice and very pleasant to talk with. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Boulevard Waters
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 Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.
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 Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.
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, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.
Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.
