Waipahihi
Taupō
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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.
Things to do
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures
Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings
Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk
Top hotels in Waipahihi
Oasis Beach Motel
Great variety of facilities - pool / tennis court. Nice warm and well-kept pool too. Older rooms but still looked after well.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Millennium Resort Manuels
Beautiful views out onto lake and a lovely outdoor area to watch the sunset Rooms were huge and comfortable. Rooms could do with a few more amenities...a decent bottle opener a few more glasses and a knife to cut up snacks
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Sacred Waters
A great apartment, overlooking Lake Taupo. Perfect spot on the lake. Great appliances, clean modern kitchen, appliances and amenities; comfortable beds and great showers. Doesn’t get much better…
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Cove Taupo
Great view from the room, clean room, central location to restaurants and the lake.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Karaka Tree Motel
Spotless room and bedding. Lovely staff.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
The Reef Resort
We thought we would pay extra and upgrade to a room with a Lake view. When we got there it was a peek a boo view of the lake with buildings blocking the lake view. They didn’t even put us on the third floor which would be a true lake view. Also the air conditioner was not working at first and brought ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 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 Maori Carvings.
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 Maori Carvings.
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.
