Taupō Central

Taupō

View at the lake Taupo in the North Island in New Zealand
View at the lake Taupo in the North Island in New Zealand
Sunset in Taupō 😍🌅
The crystal clear lakewater of Taupo. #LifeAtExpediaG​roup
Sun setting on another stunning day in our hometown.

Popular places to visit

Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery featuring art and indigenous culture

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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
Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand

Taupō Hot Springs

4/5(5 reviews)

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
rotorua lake

Spa Thermal Park

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

Spa Thermal Park

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

5/5(1 review)

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 i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

4/5(3 reviews)

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

Huka Falls by Jet Boat

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

HK$718
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

HK$635
per adult
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
The plummeting depths of crystal clear waters make it easy to get to the base of the waterfalls.

Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo

HK$635
per adult
Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
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

HK$277
per adult
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk

Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk

HK$682
per adult
Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures

HK$324
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures
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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 HK$395 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
HK$395
HK$461 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
Although we enjoyed the lake view from our room it was small and without air conditioning. The fan was noisy as well as the music from the restaurant.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

3.5 out of 5
76-80 Lake Terrace Taupo
The price is HK$837 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
HK$837
HK$962 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Check in staff friendly and efficient. Bed was comfortable and clean. Room was grubby, mould on back of curtains, cobwebs in bathroom, carpet not well vacuumed. Skirting boards and unit in bathroom dirty. Furniture in room was old and tatty. Reception was not open at 7.30 am when we left so I was ...

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road Taupo
The price is HK$654 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$654
HK$761 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (923 reviews)
Very tidy room nice stay

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Beechtree Motel
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

3 out of 5
6 Taharepa Road Taupo Waikato
The price is HK$900 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
HK$900
HK$1,035 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (579 reviews)
Great stop. Great staff and facilities.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
Ika Nui Taupo

Ika Nui Taupo

3 out of 5
64 Lake Terrace Taupo Waikato
The price is HK$947 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
HK$947
HK$1,097 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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! (375 reviews)
nice room with views

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Ika Nui Taupo
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

4 out of 5
14 Northcroft Street Taupo
The price is HK$1,036 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$1,036
HK$1,215 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Clean

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Taupō Central

Huka Falls is one of the most powerful waterfalls we've ever seen. Every second up to 220,000 litres of water gushes through the gorge. Besides that the best time to visit, in our opinion, is when the sun is about to set and the sky is painted in purple! #HukaFalls #LongExposure #Waterfall #Sunset #Nature #NewZealand

Rangatira Park

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

Rangatira Park
Looking out across Lake Taupo at the Central North Island volcanoes, Mount Ruapehu, Mount Ngauruhoe, and Mount Tongariro. The town of Taupo is very nice, with plenty of cheap hostels, around $25-35 per night

Hilltop

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

Hilltop
People gather at a hot spot in the Waikato river. Because of the geothermal activity in this area, this area of the lake is like a hot tub. #waikatoriver #geothermal #nature #newzealand #taupo #hotspot

Tauhara

While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Maori Carvings.

Tauhara
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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 The Landing Lake Taupō.

Two Mile Bay
Lake Taupo sunset with horse rider

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.

Richmond Heights

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