Waipahihi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Waipahihi
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.
Activities
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
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 Waipahihi Hotel Deals
Oasis Beach Motel
Room was clean and adequate for our 1 night stay, although the beds were not very comfortable. Too soft for our needs
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Millennium Resort Manuels
clean room
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
The Reef Resort
It was so lovely. My two teenage boys loved the pool and spa. It was fabulous being situated right on the lakefront, and the staff were so welcoming.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
The Cove Taupo
Awesome to stay in and will stay another time in future
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Sacred Waters
We had a wonderful time at Sacred Waters - room was clean and spacious, view over the lake was wonderful, and we loved the warm pool!!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Boulevard Waters
Fantastic waterfront rooms and very friendly staff. The spacious living space was quite comfortable. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
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 Spa Thermal Park.
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 The Landing Lake Taupō.
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, Lake Taupō and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing.
Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.
