Hilltop Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Aaron Andersen
Photo by Aaron Andersen

Popular places to visit

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Spa Thermal Park

5/5(4 reviews)

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

Spa Thermal Park
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Taupo Museum and Art Gallery

4/5(38 reviews)

Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.

Taupo Museum and Art Gallery
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Taupo Hot Springs

4.5/5(133 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Taupo Hot Springs during your stay in Taupo. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

Taupo Hot Springs
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Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

4.5/5(89 reviews)

Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Taupo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
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A.C. Baths

4.5/5(108 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Taupo with a trip to A.C. Baths. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

A.C. Baths
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Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Taupo with a trip to Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in the area.

Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp

Activities

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Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding

AU$253
Per adult
Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding
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Lake Taupo - Maori Rock Carvings Package (Mountain Biking & Kayaking)

AU$363
Per adult
Lake Taupo - Maori Rock Carvings Package (Mountain Biking & Kayaking)
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Great Lake Trail Lake Taupo 2-Day Mountain Biking Tour

AU$149
Per adult
Great Lake Trail Lake Taupo 2-Day Mountain Biking Tour
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Our pick of the best Hilltop Hotel Deals

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
4.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
The price is AU$82 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
AU$82
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury holiday park in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
Fantastic
"These bungalows were fantastic. Everything was clean and well maintained. We were very comfortable."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2024

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Hilton Lake Taupo
Hilton Lake Taupo
5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$190 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$190
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The property is nice and quiet but service is not so good."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Hilton Lake Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo
4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is AU$119 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
AU$119
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Decent stay"

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2024

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Beechtree Motel
Beechtree Motel
4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is AU$139 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
AU$139
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (686 reviews)
"It was everything that it should be. A rarity these days it seems"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2024

Beechtree Motel
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is AU$92 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$92
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (555 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Spacious rooms. Restaurant on premises."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2024

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
4 out of 5
14 Northcroft Street, Taupo
The price is AU$181 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
AU$181
per night
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (880 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2024

Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Hilltop

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Waipahihi

If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Waipahihi
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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 Taupo Hot Springs and Maori Carvings.

Richmond Heights
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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 Taupo Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.

Two Mile Bay
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Tauhara

While visiting Tauhara, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths.

Tauhara
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Rainbow Point

While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupo and Three Mile Bay.

Rainbow Point
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Rangatira Park

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

Rangatira Park

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