Tauhara

Taupō

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
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
where hot springs meet the Waikato River, Taupo, NZ 24/3/17 a great place for bathing!

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Top hotels in Tauhara

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort

3 out of 5
281 Spa Rd Taupo Waikato
The price is P3,017 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
P3,017
P3,469 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free parking, a business center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (639 reviews)
This was my 2nd time staying here. All the staff were friendly and helpful, as were the neighbouring guests. The room was clean and tidy, although a bit tired but not a problem when the price reflects this. The Clay Target Shooting Club could start later on a Sunday morning out of respect for the ...

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

3 out of 5
41 Centennial Drive Taupo
The price is P11,999 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
P11,999
P13,799 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Golf Club Taupō and A.C. Baths are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (162 reviews)
Perfect place for family.

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace Taupo
The price is P3,257 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
P3,257
P3,745 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
We arranged an upgrade and it was totally worth it. Really nice room, comfortable and clean. We were below the restaurant, so anticipated some noise from above (mainly chairs being moved on a wooden floor) , but it was not too bad and stopped around 9 as advised. Would definitely stay there ...

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road Wairakei
The price is P4,541 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
P4,541
P5,222 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
The room was very nice and great facilities, however the booking system for the tennis court and towels was contradictory, the signs said one thing but the staff said the opposite.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakeland Resort Taupo

Lakeland Resort Taupo

3 out of 5
282 Lake Terrace Taupo
The price is P6,064 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
P6,064
P6,974 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Amazing veiw, safe parking . Basic room facilitys. Pool was really clean 👌 staff did a great job on the house keeping . Priced fairly . Thank you.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Lakeland Resort Taupo
Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel

4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,579 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
P3,579
P4,116 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Great variety of facilities - pool / tennis court. Nice warm and well-kept pool too. Older rooms but still looked after well.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Oasis Beach Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Tauhara

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

If you're spending some time in Hilltop, Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.

Hilltop
View at the lake Taupo in the North Island in New Zealand

Taupō Central

While visiting Taupō Central, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupō.

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

If you're spending some time in Rangatira Park, Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing.

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
Lake Taupo sunset with horse rider

Richmond Heights

While there might not be top attractions in Richmond Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Taupō Hot Springs and Maori Carvings.

Richmond Heights
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Two Mile Bay

When in Two Mile Bay, you can plan a visit to Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Two Mile Bay


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