Taupō Central

Taupō

A mountainous landscape with a lake and a distant view of islands.
A sunset over a calm sea with a distant shoreline.
A clear lake with visible underwater vegetation and a forested hillside in the background.
A sunset over a calm sea with a distant landmass and a clear sky.
A coastal landscape with a clear sky, a body of water, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

Stay near popular Taupō Central attractions

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

8.6/10 (182 reviews)
Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.
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Things to do

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit

Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures

RM166
per adult
Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures
Picture 1 for Activity Taupō: Lake Taupo Maori Rock Carving 2.5-Hour Sailing Cruise

Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings

RM142
per adult
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

RM350
per adult
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings

Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings

RM166
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures

RM166
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures
Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo

Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo

RM793
per adult
Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo
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Top hotels in Taupō Central

Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM334 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
RM334
RM384 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Clean and accessible to town ."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Beechtree Motel
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace Taupo
The price is RM236 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
RM236
RM272 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

3 out of 5
6 Taharepa Road Taupo Waikato
The price is RM424 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
RM424
RM487 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (667 reviews)
"The hot pools are a hidden gem."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
Ika Nui Taupo

Ika Nui Taupo

3 out of 5
64 Lake Terrace Taupo Waikato
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM315 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
RM315
RM362 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Taupō ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (436 reviews)
"Walking distance to town."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Ika Nui Taupo
Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel

3.5 out of 5
Cnr Lake Terrace & Tui Street Taupo
The price is RM278 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
RM278
RM319 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a conference centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (794 reviews)
"We stopped over for the night in Taupo, our room being up on the 4th floor with a really beautiful view of the lake. Bed was comfy. The room was very clean and really well maintained. Staff at the front desk were very helpful and kind. Would love to stay again but next time for a bit longer! ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Tui Oaks Motel
Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments

Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments

4 out of 5
3 Titiraupenga Street Taupo Waikato
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM350 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
RM350
RM403 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Taupō Marina and Boat ...
Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments
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Where to stay in Taupō Central

Find the best Taupō Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm lake with boats, a wooden dock, and a forested hillside.

Acacia Bay

Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider stopping by Lake Taupō while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A clear blue sea with distant mountains and lush greenery in the foreground.
Photo by Aaron Andersen
Open Photo by Aaron Andersen

Hilltop

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

A large outdoor sign with the text '#LOVETAUPO' against a backdrop of a clear blue sky and a body of water.

Wharewaka

While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.

A large outdoor sign with the hashtag #LOVETAUPO.

Waipahihi

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

A couple standing by a geothermal area with steam rising from the ground.

Nukuhau

While visiting Nukuhau, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Waikato River.

Taupō Central