Taupō Central

Taupō

Taupo featuring a lake or waterhole
Taupo featuring general coastal views
Taupo featuring sailing and a lake or waterhole
Taupo showing a lake or waterhole
Taupo featuring a lake or waterhole and sailing

Popular places to visit

Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery which includes indigenous culture and art

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 Museum and Art Gallery
Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.

Spa Thermal Park

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?

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

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.

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

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 Hot Springs

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.

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

Things to do

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

RM172
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

RM337
per adult
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Candy Cottage

Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Candy Cottage

RM92
per adult
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Candy Cottage
Sail Barbary on Great Lake Taupo

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

RM136
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Cursed Cabin

Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Cursed Cabin

RM92
per adult
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Cursed Cabin
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus

Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus

RM92
per adult
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus
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Top hotels in Taupō Central

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is RM225 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
RM225
RM258 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (930 reviews)
"Tournament we great"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is RM339 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
RM339
RM390 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (877 reviews)
"I think by chance we got the best room that had a balcony and view of the lake! Very nice!"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Beechtree Motel
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

3.5 out of 5
76-80 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is RM415 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
RM415
RM478 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"We arrived late, but as we let them know in advance they left the heat pump on leaving the room toasty and warm on arrival"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Silver Fern Lodge

Silver Fern Lodge

3 out of 5
118 Tamamutu Street, Taupo
The price is RM142 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
RM142
RM164 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (777 reviews)
"Simple but clean and large room even with view of the lake."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Silver Fern Lodge
Acacia Lake View Motel

Acacia Lake View Motel

3 out of 5
60-62 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is RM496 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
RM496
RM570 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free grocery shopping service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (489 reviews)
"The owners are lovely. This will be my go to motel now. The location was perfect, across the road from the lake with a path to access the lake beside the Hole In One. walking distance close to the shops and cafes. Great price also. Nothing to fault."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Acacia Lake View Motel
Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel

3.5 out of 5
Cnr Lake Terrace & Tui Street, Taupo
The price is RM341 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
RM341
RM393 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (631 reviews)
"Great views. Fantastic people. Just a bit noisy next to stairs and lift. Outside light floods though the kitchen."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Tui Oaks Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Taupō Central

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Hilltop

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

Hilltop
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Rangatira Park

While visiting Rangatira Park, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.

Rangatira Park
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Waipahihi

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

Waipahihi
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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.

Two Mile Bay
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Tauhara

While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths.

Tauhara
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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.

Richmond Heights

Taupō Central