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 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.
Things to do

Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures

Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus

Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk
Top hotels in Waipahihi

Oasis Beach Motel
Unexpectedly my accommodation was the Lockwood house with amazing picture window views of the lake
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Millennium Resort Manuels
Clean room with great views. Breakfast was very limited. Older building so you can hear everything.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

The Reef Resort
Incredible hospitality and location
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

The Cove Taupo
Very good
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Sacred Waters
A great apartment, overlooking Lake Taupo. Perfect spot on the lake. Great appliances, clean modern kitchen, appliances and amenities; comfortable beds and great showers. Doesn’t get much better…
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Karaka Tree Motel
The room was sparse and tidy. Staff were courteous and efficient
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
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.

