Visit Rangatira Park
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.
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.
Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
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?
Things to do
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings
Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures
Top hotels in Rangatira Park
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Clean room Friendly staff at reception - but inconvenient if you have a question 9pm-8am as desk not staffed Simple amenities but enough for what you need Nice small pool and spa
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Wairakei Resort Taupo
Room was nice, 204. First curtain hook/slider was broken RHS. Hot water was dangerously hot. Vanity waste leaked inside cabinet.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Beechtree Motel
Manager of the hotel was very helpful (Scott). The room was excellent and the location was close to town and the beach - very walkable.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Oasis Beach Motel
Everything was fine and as advertised. Decor is just a bit dated.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hilton Lake Taupo
A top notch hotel. Upgraded to a lovely suite which had everything you need. Restaurant was brilliant - very nice food! The pool area was fab! Thank you for the stay
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Easy online check in.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rangatira Park
Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.
Tauhara
While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
Nukuhau
While visiting Nukuhau, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Waikato River.
Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
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 The Landing Lake Taupō.
