Taupō Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Taupo showing a lake or waterhole
Taupo which includes general coastal views
Taupo showing a lake or waterhole and sailing
Taupo featuring a lake or waterhole
Taupo which includes sailing and a lake or waterhole

Popular places to visit

Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery showing art and indigenous culture

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

4/5(38 reviews)

Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery
Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

5/5(4 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.

Spa Thermal Park

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

4.5/5(89 reviews)

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?

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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.

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

Taupō Hot Springs

4.5/5(133 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

Taupō Hot Springs

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

4/5(36 reviews)

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.

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

Activities

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

NZ$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus

Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus

NZ$37
per adult
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Cursed Cabin

Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Cursed Cabin

NZ$37
per adult
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Cursed Cabin
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Candy Cottage

Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Candy Cottage

NZ$37
per adult
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Candy Cottage
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

NZ$135
per adult
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge

Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge

NZ$37
per adult
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge
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Our pick of the best Taupō Central Hotel Deals

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is NZ$106 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$106
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (909 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

3.5 out of 5
76-80 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is NZ$150 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$150
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"As seniors we could not discover tv one for news. Tv system certainly not geared for the elderly. More instructions perhaps. Cleaning average. Side table not wiped after last guests. Black markings on walls are not attractive to the traveller. Bed was good. Unit very quiet sleep being next to jolly ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Silver Fern Lodge

Silver Fern Lodge

3 out of 5
118 Tamamutu Street, Taupo
The price is NZ$75 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$75
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (765 reviews)
Good value
"Large clean and comfortable room. Close to shops and eateries. The only complaint is there isn’t someone on site when you’d expect them to be and nobody answers the phone if you need help."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Silver Fern Lodge
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

3 out of 5
6 Taharepa Road, Taupo, Waikato
The price is NZ$247 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$247
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (474 reviews)
"Quiet and relaxing"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is NZ$157 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$157
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (868 reviews)
"Room very clean & tidy - light didn’t work but staff sorted with no issue & in short time frame. Bed comfortable VG linen & towels. Not top class but very good value for money- 4 square & cafe across the road & easy walking distance to town & lake. Wi stay there again"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Beechtree Motel
Acacia Lake View Motel

Acacia Lake View Motel

3 out of 5
60-62 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is NZ$215 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$215
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free grocery shopping service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (486 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to everything and the staff are great"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Acacia Lake View Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Taupō Central

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Hilltop

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

Hilltop
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Rangatira Park

While visiting Rangatira Park, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.

Rangatira Park
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Waipahihi

If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Waipahihi
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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.

Two Mile Bay
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Tauhara

While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths.

Tauhara
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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.

Richmond Heights

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