Waipahihi Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Waipahihi
Popular places to visit
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.
Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Waipahihi Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
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 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?
Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
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.
Activities
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Hunting Lodge
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Candy Cottage
Our pick of the best Waipahihi Hotel Deals
Oasis Beach Motel
Good stay
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Millennium Resort Manuels
Great location Very clean and comfortable. Fabulous heated pool.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
The Cove Taupo
Great spot to stay for the night to break up the drive from Auckland to Wellington
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
The Reef Resort
Great heated pool. Good breakfast was available. Nice tidy room
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Karaka Tree Motel
I like the spa room plenty of space, got what I asked for ie shortage of towels/bathmats. Kitchen handy location in room but needs simple cleaning overall. Average stay for the price. Could do with a small couch inside and table/chairs for outside usage to enjoy the view of lake.
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Sacred Waters
Views are unbeatable. We enjoyed the private thermal hot tub and lap pool, and Bernie’s fantastic hosting!
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Waipahihi
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.
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 Spa Thermal Park.
Rainbow Point
While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.
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, Lake Taupō and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.
