Tauhara
Taupō
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 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 Museum and Art Gallery
Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.
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.
A.C. Baths
You can learn about the history of Taupō with a trip to A.C. Baths. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Golf Club Taupō
Enjoy a round of golf in Taupō at Golf Club Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge
Top hotels in Tauhara
Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
We had the basics that we needed for a quick overnight stay. Some improvements needed on these: water from the shower doesn’t drain fully because of the floor angle, bedside tables was very dusty. Didn’t pay much so I guess can’t really expect a lot either. Good place to for an unprolonged stay.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
Great place for families. Great activities
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Oasis Beach Motel
Motel was quite run down and office staff werent really there. Facilities were old. The location is amazing to be able to walk to walk straight from your room to the lake in 5 meters.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
A short but enjoyable stay. Would book again. KMiller
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
This would have been glorious 20 years ago… beautiful thermally heated outdoor pools, squash and tennis courts, gym, large grounds…. but as much as amenities are still nice the room we were in was likely last updated in 90’s and barely maintained in recent years. Damp, a light fitting fell out and ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Lakeland Resort Taupo
All good
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tauhara
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.
Rangatira Park
While visiting Rangatira Park, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
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 Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.
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 Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.
