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Luxury Hotels in Taupō

A modern living room with a glass wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

A hot tub with a view of the sea, a metal faucet, and a glass railing.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a view of the sea, and a well-maintained hedge.

A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking a scenic lake and hills.

1. Sacred Waters

Waipahihi

Near the beach
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool

$172

$198 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a round mirror, and a view of the water through a large window.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a view of the sea, a sofa with floral cushions, a table, and a lamp.

A living room with a sofa, two chairs, a glass coffee table, and a view of a lake with a dock and boat.

2. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Waipahihi

Beachfront dining
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Concierge services

$118

$136 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.

A modern living room with a large sofa set, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall. There is a fireplace with decorative items and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and hilly terrain.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a fireplace. Tables are set with wine glasses and plates.

3. Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilltop

Outdoor pool
Concierge services

$93

$107 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A balcony with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, a small table, and a white railing.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A residential area with modern houses, a clear view of the sea, and a distant mountain range.

A pool area with a wooden table, two beer bottles, and a glass.

4. Baycrest Lodge

Taupō Central

Near the beach
Outdoor pool

$128

$147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A person seated at a table with a bottle of wine and a glass, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and hills.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the beach, and a tropical wallpaper.

A bar and restaurant with a stone facade, large windows, and outdoor seating.

A bar area with a wooden counter, pendant lighting, and a bar stocked with bottles.

5. Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre

Taupō Central

Outdoor pool

$120

$137 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A swimming pool with a thatched-roof gazebo, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a large balcony, a TV, a bed, a sofa, and a table.

A hotel room with a balcony, a television, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the sea and a distant shoreline.

6. The Reef Resort

Waipahihi

Direct access to the beach
2 outdoor pools
Concierge services

$117

$134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern living room with striped sofas and a small table, large windows with a view of the sea and trees.

A modern living room with a large window offering a scenic view of trees and water.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of the sea.

A pool area with a glass-enclosed section, a sign prohibiting hot tubs, and a view of the sea.

7. The Village Resort

Taupō Central

Near the beach
Hot tub
Outdoor pool

$103

$118 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A modern building with a central arched entrance, flanked by columns, and surrounded by potted plants.

A balcony with a view of a calm lake and distant mountains.

A lakeside view with a grassy area, a path, and outdoor seating.

8. Boulevard Waters

Waipahihi

Near the beach
Hot tub
Outdoor pool

$123

$141 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of the sea, and a window with curtains.

A waterfront property with a paved driveway leading to a brick building with a large window and a door.

A modern building with large windows and a view of a lake and surrounding houses.

9. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Two Mile Bay

On the beach
Hot tub
Outdoor pool

$88

$102 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and a thatched roof structure.

A room with a TV on the wall, a table with two glasses of wine and a bottle, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A compact hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, a kitchenette, and a small trash bin.

A modern building with large windows, a wooden deck, and a well-maintained garden.

10. Le Chalet Suisse Motel Apartments

Taupō Central

Hot tub
Outdoor pool

$93

$107 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A balcony with white railings, a hanging basket, and outdoor furniture.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets.

A two-story building with a reception area, a sign indicating it is an executive motel, and a black car parked in front.

A reception area with a counter, a glass table with a vase of flowers, a red chair, and a large window with blinds.

11. Lakeside Taupo

Taupō Central

Direct access to the beach
Adults-only

$84

$97 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a stainless steel sink, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the counter.

A person lying on a bed reading a magazine, with pillows and a mirror in the background.

A person sitting at a round white table with a laptop, a potted plant, and a black leather couch in the background.

12. Alpine Lake Motor Lodge

Taupō Central

Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Electric vehicle charging point

$98

$112 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern building with a reception area and a sign indicating a vacancy.

A dining area with a large table, chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Beechtree Motel

Taupō Central

Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities

$79

$91 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a dining area with chairs and a table.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV on the wall.

A hotel reception desk with a map of New Zealand, a poster of a boat ride, and a wall of travel brochures.

14. Bella Vista Taupo

Taupō Central

Near the beach
Concierge services

$88

$102 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A building with a staircase leading to a balcony overlooking a body of water and mountains.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, a window, and a door leading to an outdoor area.

A Colonial Lodge Motel sign, a parking lot, a barbecue grill, and a view of the ocean.

A calm lake with mountains in the background and a clear sky.

15. Colonial Lodge Motel

Taupō Central

Private hot tub

$83

$95 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern two-story building with a balcony, a sign indicating 50+ channels, and a SKY Decoder in every room.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a microwave, and two framed artworks on the walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a large bed with a striped bedspread and pillows, and a smaller bed with a plain bedspread. There are two bedside tables with lamps, a wall art piece, and a window with curtains.

A building with a grey exterior, a covered entrance, and potted plants along the side.

16. Ascot Motor Inn Taupo

Taupō Central

Free parking
Free WiFi
Connecting rooms available
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking

$75

$86 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A well-lit outdoor area with a lawn, pathway, and wooden furniture.

A dining area with a fireplace, a table with a plate of food, a glass of beer, and a vase of plants.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a landscaped garden and a building with multiple balconies.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a view of trees and a flag.

17. Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor

Wairakei

Hot tub
2 outdoor pools
9 holes of golf

$66

$76 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by plants and a building with a balcony.

A dining area with tables set for guests, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a pink bedspread, a wardrobe, and a large window with a view of the sea.

A cozy cabin with a wooden interior, a dining area, a sofa, and a kitchen.

18. Oasis Beach Motel

Waipahihi

Beachfront dining
Hot tub
Outdoor pool

$58

$67 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A spacious room with a wooden table and white chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a wooden wall panel, a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bed, a bathroom, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A room with a dark carpet, a sofa, and a bed.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, a barbecue grill, and potted plants.

19. Haka House Taupo

Taupō Central

Free parking
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities

$39

$45 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A large, multi-story house surrounded by dense greenery, featuring multiple windows and a well-maintained garden.

A living room with a beige sofa, two pillows, a side table with a lamp, and a view of a body of water and greenery through large windows.

A corner room with a large window offering a view of greenery and a distant landscape. There is a round table with chairs, a lamp, and a speaker.

A kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a view of the sea.

20. Lake Taupo Lodge

Acacia Bay

Airport transfer
Free parking
Free WiFi
Bar
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking

$476

$548 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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A waterfall cascading down a cliff surrounded by lush greenery.

A rock face with ancient carvings near a body of water.

A mountainous landscape with a lake and a distant view of islands.

A sunset over a calm sea with a distant shoreline.

A wooden pier extending into calm water, with a small building and a clear sky in the background.

Taupō Central

Taupō Central serves up lakefront adventures right on New Zealand's largest lake with thermal hot springs for soaking tired muscles. The marina bustles with sailing activity while the Great Lake Walkway offers stunning water views for walkers and cyclists. You'll find Māori cultural experiences, trout fishing spots, and plenty of outdoor adventure shops to gear up for local excursions. Lakeside restaurants range from casual fish and chips to upscale dining with local specialties. Accommodations include everything from budget-friendly backpacker hostels to premium thermal spa resorts with hot tubs. The compact town center is easily walkable, with regular bus services connecting to major attractions like the thundering Huka Falls nearby.

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A calm lake with boats, a wooden dock, and a forested hillside.

A large rock with a carved face and a natural arch formation.

Acacia Bay

Acacia Bay delivers Lake Taupo's best views without the tourist hustle. Sandy beaches invite lazy days of swimming and kayaking, while scenic walking tracks wind along the shoreline. Pack a picnic to catch those jaw-dropping sunsets painting the western sky, or try your luck fishing for lake trout in crystal-clear waters. Casual lakeside cafes serve fresh fish and ice cream, but most close early. Most visitors stay in holiday homes and baches with kitchens instead of hotels. A car is essential for exploring since public transport is limited, though walking paths connect the main lakefront areas.

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A person riding a horse along a shoreline with calm water and distant mountains.

Richmond Heights

Richmond Heights delivers a true slice of Kiwi suburban life just minutes from Taupo's attractions. Peaceful tree-lined streets lead to nearby Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupo's shores. The neighborhood's spacious homes and mountain views create a perfect retreat for travelers seeking outdoor adventure and local charm away from tourist crowds. Holiday homes and B&Bs dominate the accommodation scene, offering authentic New Zealand living experiences with full kitchens and gardens. While restaurants are sparse within the neighborhood, a quick 5-10 minute drive takes you to Taupo's dining options, hot springs, and marina. A rental car is your best bet for exploring this relaxed residential haven.

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A clear blue sea with distant mountains and lush greenery in the foreground.

Hilltop

Hilltop's peaceful residential streets offer panoramic views of Lake Taupo that'll make your jaw drop. This upscale neighborhood is perfect for travelers who want scenic beauty without tourist crowds. Take a short drive to enjoy Taupo Hot Springs, or explore nearby Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and the famous Maori Carvings. Self-catering holiday homes and luxury B&Bs dominate the accommodation scene, most featuring those million-dollar lake views. You'll need a rental car to get around, as public transit is limited. The neighborhood's tranquility is its main attraction, with central Taupo's restaurants and shops just a 10-minute drive away.

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A large outdoor sign with the text '#LOVETAUPO' against a backdrop of a clear blue sky and a body of water.

Wharewaka

Taupō's Wharewaka neighborhood is home to attractions such as Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.

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A geothermal area with colorful hot springs surrounded by forest and mountains.

Taupō Hot Springs

9.0/10 (643 reviews)

If massages and hot tubs are your thing, you might want to check out Taupō Hot Springs in Hilltop. If you have fun at Taupō Hot Springs, you'll love A.C. Baths and Spa Thermal Park, both located nearby.

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A geothermal hot spring with green and orange water, surrounded by rocky terrain and mountains.

Spa Thermal Park

9.0/10 (338 reviews)

Why not relax on the waterfront and snap some great vacation pics at Spa Thermal Park when visiting Taupō.

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A carved wooden artifact with intricate patterns and a smaller carved object in the foreground.

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

8.6/10 (182 reviews)

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery is just one of the attractions in Taupō Central, Taupō so you might want to stop by during your trip. If you want to experience more of the culture Taupō has to offer, head to Spa Thermal Park, Taupō Hot Springs, and Craters of the Moon.

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A.C. Baths

8.6/10 (289 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to A.C. Baths— just one of the monuments in Tauhara.

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Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

8.8/10 (308 reviews)

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre is worth a pic or two when discovering Taupō Central.

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Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

8.8/10 (194 reviews)

If you'd like to get a taste of Taupō student life, check out Wairakei Geothermal Power Station in Tauhara.

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Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

9.0/10 (373 reviews)

You can stroll along Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp for relaxing water views when you're in Taupō Central.

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Waipahihi Botanical Gardens

8.8/10 (103 reviews)

Ready for an education in local botany? Waipahihi Botanical Gardens should make your list of places to visit, located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from central Taupō. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon, both nearby.

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