Waipahihi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Waipahihi
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
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
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Our pick of the best Waipahihi Hotel Deals
Oasis Beach Motel
"We were booked for 2 nights, my wife became unwell, no trouble in canceling our last night, they were more concerned about my wife."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
"Parking was easy, love the location on the lake edge, staff were friendly and helpful, obliging...definitely will stay again."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Cove Taupo
"Good place to stay"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sacred Waters
"Clean, warm, lovely staff, spa pool and pool was lovely and warm on cold nights. Kitchen in room was great and well stocked with all you need!"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Reef Resort
"We had a fantastic stay at The Reef Resort in Taupō. The location right on the lakefront was beautiful, with amazing views (the sunset and Mt Ruapehu were especially pretty) and easy access to walking tracks and town. The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, and both the thermal plunge ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Boulevard Waters
"Great evening sunset views over the lake. Rooms a little tied but clean"
Reviewed on 20 May 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 A.C. Baths.
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 A.C. Baths.
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.
