Please note: Tongariro Alpine Crossing and other tracks across Tongariro National Park has reopened. Read the latest DOC update and track information here.
Please note: Tongariro Alpine Crossing and other tracks across Tongariro National Park has reopened. Read the latest DOC update and track information here.
The Taupo region’s largest town is a bustling lakeside resort in the heart of New Zealand’s North Island. The town has photo-ready mountain and lake vistas every way you turn, and plenty of things to do.
The crystal-clear freshwater of Lake Taupo draws visitors to the town’s boutique and luxury lodges, lakeside hotels, motels and guest accommodation year-round, to swim and sunbathe, kayak, fish, enjoy family activities or soak up the atmosphere in the town’s many lakeside restaurants and bars.
In Taupo town centre, the streets are lined with boutique shops, cafes, craft galleries, art sculptures, public spaces and one of the country’s best children’s playgrounds. Further out, there are national and forest parks, natural hot springs, and adventure activity bases, including whitewater rafting, sky-diving and bungy-jumping.
Where vintage charm meets modern luxury on the shores of Lake Taupo. Indulge in the ultimate lakeside escape with panoramic views of Lake Taupo and the majestic mountains beyond.
Bellbird Cottage is a 1 bedroom Waitahanui bach at Lake Taupo. Sitting amongst the trees this compact house is a tranquil lake base - the perfect getaway for 1-2 guests.
Lusty's Lagoon has New Zealand's only swim-up bar & café with thermally heated pools, water slides & giant movie screen. You'll find a pump track, mini-golf, tennis court, jumping pillow & more. We have a range of accommodation & camping options.
Sails On The Lake is located just across the road from the main swimming beach on Lake Taupo and most of our rooms have spectacular views of the lake and the mountains beyond. We are just a short drive or stroll to the town centre
Taupō’s Ika Nui Motel is in a dream location, just metres away from the vibrant and beautiful Lake Taupō. Enjoy scenic lake and mountain views, colourful gardens and dozens of incredible Taupō activities right at your doorstep.
Relaxed and traditional self-contained studios, family cottages and apartments less than a minute's walk from the edge of Lake Taupo. The lake is less than a minute's walk from every unit.
Long regarded as one of the world’s most revered and inspirational luxury accommodations, Huka Lodge is set among 17-acres of established, parklike gardens along the banks of the emerald-blue Waikato River.
Love waterfalls - so do we. Come and explore the Northern end of the remote Western Bays of Lake Taupō with one of our Western Bay Chasing Waterfalls cruises.
Located on the shore of Lake Taupo. Luxury studio & 1 bedrooms, family 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. Large outdoor area with heated pools & spa pool, furniture & BBQs. Indoor sauna. Free parking, complementary WIFI. Air conditioning.
