Rainbow Point Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rainbow Point
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.
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?
Activities
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Enchanted Candy Forest
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Maori Rock Carvings 5:00 PM Cruise
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures
Our pick of the best Rainbow Point Hotel Deals
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Great location, staff and restaurant..only issue was the noise from the adjoining room…
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Everythin was clean andcwell presented. Did have a small issue as my daughter who isv7 months pregnant could not come af last minute and could not get acrefund on her accomodatio. Do understand it was last minute.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Wairakei Resort Taupo
Clean room and nice staff. The resort is old and needs some upgrades.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Lakeland Resort Taupo
No sorry room was not spotless two empty bottles under bed, the safety drain was completely blocked with fluff and debris I was quite shocked the whole complex need some love and attention to details eg wooden handrails on steps need repair showing rotting wood , lots of a good clean up needed on ...
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hilton Lake Taupo
A top notch hotel. Upgraded to a lovely suite which had everything you need. Restaurant was brilliant - very nice food! The pool area was fab! Thank you for the stay
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Oasis Beach Motel
Close to the lake
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainbow Point
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.
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.
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.
