Rainbow Point Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rainbow Point
Popular places to visit
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.
Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.
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.
A.C. Baths
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.
Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
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 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?
Activities
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge
Our pick of the best Rainbow Point Hotel Deals
Oasis Beach Motel
"Property is older lockwood but very clean and tidy. Amazing location right on lake with stunning view. Heated pool was a little cool at Oasis but we walked to Millenium and used their pool which was much warmer."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hilton Lake Taupo
"Clean and nice staff. Lovely comfortable bed."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
"Great staff, great pool, beds comfy but next to no power points and in weird locations & rooms definitely need a facelift - old peeling wallpaper etc"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Lakeland Resort Taupo
"Just spent one night, the location is a short drive out from town so dining options are limited Front desk staff were helpful and professional Buffet breakfast was average but there was a decent selection"
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
"Very clean and comfortable rooms, had all we needed for cooking, impressed that a washing machine was in the bathroom too"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainbow Point
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 A.C. Baths.
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
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 A.C. Baths.
Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.
Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.
Taupō Central
If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.
