Hilltop Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Enchanted Candy Forest
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures
Our pick of the best Hilltop Hotel Deals
Hilton Lake Taupo
Lovely hotel - bed was exceptional - breakfast - amazing ! Highly recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Mouldy and smelt Very messy Curtains and bed all ripped
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Stag Park Accommodation
Room was clean and comfortable. Bathrooms also clean. The location of the property could have been better but it had everything that we needed.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Oasis Beach Motel
Hi only stayed the one night.The staff were welcoming and friendly,room was clean and well equipped with self contained facilities should you want to cook your own food,the outdoor pool looked very inviting should you are prepared to use it and the lake so close to enjoy a stroll parking very convenient ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
A short but enjoyable stay. Would book again. KMiller
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
Very disappointed. Villa was very shabby, TV didn't work. Not even a cushion on the couch.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hilltop
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.
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.
Tauhara
While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths.
Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.
Rainbow Point
While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.
