Wharewaka

Taupō

Popular places to visit

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
Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery showing art and indigenous culture

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

The Landing Lake Taupō

Enjoy an outing to The Landing Lake Taupō during your stay in Taupō.

The Landing Lake 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 Hot Springs

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

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

Walk around the campus at Wairakei Geothermal Power Station as part of your travels around Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

Things to do

Sail Barbary on Great Lake Taupo

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

P1,855
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

P1,686
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise
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

P1,989
per adult
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

P4,552
per adult
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

P4,889
per adult
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit

P2,327
per adult
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit
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Top hotels in Wharewaka

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is P4,495 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P4,495
P5,169 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Nice location will stay again great value for money"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is P3,135 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
P3,135
P3,605 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (909 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel

4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is P3,473 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
P3,473
P3,994 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (995 reviews)
"Great hotel to stay but the room could have better lighting and the mattress needs to be changed"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Oasis Beach Motel
Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
The price is P7,038 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P7,038
P8,093 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Bed was a bit lumpy bumpy"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,731 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
P4,731
P5,441 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
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! (867 reviews)
"Room very clean & tidy - light didn’t work but staff sorted with no issue & in short time frame. Bed comfortable VG linen & towels. Not top class but very good value for money- 4 square & cafe across the road & easy walking distance to town & lake. Wi stay there again"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Beechtree Motel
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

2.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
The price is P2,868 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
P2,868
P3,299 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa holiday park in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Pools are amazing"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Wharewaka

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Rainbow Point

If you're spending some time in Rainbow Point, Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Rainbow Point
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Two Mile Bay

When in Two Mile Bay, you can plan a visit to Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Two Mile Bay
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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 Spa Thermal Park.

Richmond Heights
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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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Five Mile Bay

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Five Mile Bay. Make a stop by Lake Taupō or Five Mile Bay while you're exploring the area.

Five Mile Bay
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Hilltop

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

Hilltop

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