Title: Tauhara Travel Guide: Best of Tauhara, Taupō Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Tauhara](https://expedia.co.uk/Tauhara-Taupo-Hotels.0-n693188405293199360-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Taupō](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Taupo.d3571.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Taupō](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Taupo.d3571.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Tauhara Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Tauhara.d693188405293199360.Car-Hire-Guide)[Tauhara Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Tauhara.d693188405293199360.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Tauhara Travel Guide ## Taupō ![Tauhara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3571/20a97a2b-6477-4c69-bc38-aa9bd676e64f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tauhara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3571/8858b99c-7eaf-40b7-a522-6746b924d915.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Tauhara Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Taupō travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Taup.dx3571) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Spa Thermal Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3571/20a97a2b-6477-4c69-bc38-aa9bd676e64f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spa Thermal Park Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spa-Thermal-Park-Taupo.d553248635974614317.Attraction) ![Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108150/01b29e58-e4a9-4240-a58d-af1c460f5475.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Hot-Springs-Hilltop.d6108150.Attraction) ![Taupō Museum and Art Gallery](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108148/85b9e1ac-522e-496d-ab35-273a79517548.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Museum-And-Art-Gallery-Taupo-Central.d6108148.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wairakei-Geothermal-Power-Station-Tauhara.d553248621532610749.Attraction) #### A.C. Baths 4/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/AC-Baths-Tauhara.d6108154.Attraction) #### Maori Carvings 4.5/5(9 reviews) You can find out about the history of Taupō when you stop by Maori Carvings. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Maori-Carvings-Tauhara.d553248621526967403.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/741312/2f81e6c2-e4f4-4914-b4b4-c26d9642ea80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo £67 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hukafalls-jet-boat-ride-in-taupo.a741312.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Taupō: Lake Taupo Maori Rock Carving 2.5-Hour Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4680566/f8360bec-ac64-4713-b740-43e852df1191.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings £26 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/taupo-sail-barbary-eco-sailing-to-the-maori-rock-carvings.a4680566.activity-details) ![Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48237295/06953f1d-cdcb-47a2-b102-d4cfa00f78ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour £59 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/taupo-maori-rock-carvings-kayaking-tour.a48237295.activity-details) ![The plummeting depths of crystal clear waters make it easy to get to the base of the waterfalls.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49789529/1f2dcf3b-babe-4891-a051-c3950c8a839e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo £59 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/western-bays-sightseeing-tour-from-kinloch-lake-taupo.a49789529.activity-details) ![Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46509332/b014f34b-6870-4014-97a7-352b18b45739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures £30 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/luxury-sailing-maori-rock-carvings-taupo-sailing-adventures.a46509332.activity-details) ![Shoot through the rapids](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395558/8fcf2003-0f81-4016-8673-1bc5170f4968.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waikato River Jet Boat Ride from Taupo £68 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waikato-river-jet-boat-ride-from-taupo.a1395558.activity-details) [See all activities in Taupō](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Taupo.d3571.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Tauhara ![Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35280000/35277800/35277741/976a1e10_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort 281 Spa Rd Taupo Waikato £34 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free parking, a business centre and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 7.2/10 Good! (663 reviews) Room was clean and location was fabulous Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=35277741&PinnedHotelID=35277741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) ![Lake Taupo Holiday Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7119100/7119010/b21c75c3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lake Taupo Holiday Resort 41 Centennial Drive Taupo £138 28 Apr - 29 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf holiday park in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Golf Club Taupō and A.C. Baths are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (166 reviews) Great place for families. Great activities Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F04%2F2026&endDate=29%2F04%2F2026&selected=7119010&PinnedHotelID=7119010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) ![Lakefront Lodge Taupo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37804500/37804403/64f096ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lakefront Lodge Taupo 100 Lake Terrace Taupo £46 22 Apr - 23 Apr 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! (1,001 reviews) nice clean and quiet place Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F04%2F2026&endDate=23%2F04%2F2026&selected=37804403&PinnedHotelID=37804403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) ![Oasis Beach Motel ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5082800/5082749/cf2ba2fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oasis Beach Motel 241 Lake Terrace Taupo £48 15 Apr - 16 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) My overnight experience here was excellent. I'd certainly stay again Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F04%2F2026&endDate=16%2F04%2F2026&selected=5082749&PinnedHotelID=5082749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) ![Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1668700/1668649/755dfeb7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor 640 Wairakei Road Wairakei £72 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) Big room. Lovely patio Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=1668649&PinnedHotelID=1668649&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) ![Lakeland Resort Taupo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2594300/2594246/55903f9d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lakeland Resort Taupo 282 Lake Terrace Taupo £75 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Was still hairs from shaving still in sink in bathroom Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=2594246&PinnedHotelID=2594246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) [See all 795 properties in Tauhara](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026®ionId=693188405293199360) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Hilltop.dx553248635976395772) ![View at the lake Taupo in the North Island in New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/939465458804051968/83a52f39-aa5b-4678-bde7-1215e1551ef7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Taupō Central If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Taupo-Central.dx939465458804051968) ![Rangatira Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3571/03a6197c-192c-4b2f-86f2-11ab5bf972d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rangatira Park While visiting Rangatira Park, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Rangatira-Park.dx553248635976385149) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waipahihi If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Waipahihi.dx553248635976385770) ![Lake Taupo sunset with horse rider](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976389567/857f5bc3-f60a-43f4-ae57-d0529b879dfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Richmond-Heights.dx553248635976389567) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Spa Thermal Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Two-Mile-Bay.dx553248635976395217) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Tauhara Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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