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.
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

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
Our pick of the best Waipahihi Hotel Deals

Oasis Beach Motel
My overnight experience here was excellent. I'd certainly stay again
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Millennium Resort Manuels
excellent views
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Sacred Waters
The view of lake Taupo was beautiful. The hot tub was a pleasure. The kitchen was spectacular and a pleasure to cook in. The apartment complex is somewhat of a distance to the stores but with a car not a problem. We stayed in a 2 bedroom Apartment with washer and dryer within the accommodation that ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

The Cove Taupo
The rooms were tired and outdated, the photos were misleading. The outside of the building was not clean, windows had fingerprints on them. Definitely not value for money. Have stayed in better hotels in Taupo for lees cost.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

The Reef Resort
Lovely motel right on the lake. Quiet, comfortable and clean room which was a good size, with good amenities and a nice balcony and lake views.The staff were lovely and very helpful. Taupo is a lovely town with lots of cafes, bars, restaurants. Plenty to do.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Boulevard Waters
The property is now showing it's age. We had to keep asking for room service to be done. Over all...not as good as it used to be a few years ago.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 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 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 Spa Thermal Park.

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.

