Title: Visit Tauhara: Best of Tauhara, Taupō Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Tauhara](https://expedia.ca/Tauhara-Taupo-Hotels.0-n693188405293199360-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Taupō](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Taupo.d3571.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Taupō](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Taupo.d3571.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Tauhara Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Tauhara.d693188405293199360.Car-Rental-Guide)[Tauhara Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Tauhara.d693188405293199360.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Tauhara ## Taupō ![Photo by Barbette Siller](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cad493d15ab274d01edff6ff538a09b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Barbette Siller](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cad493d15ab274d01edff6ff538a09b4.jpg) ![Photo by Tim Thomas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6b832212f57404a2514b4fe6f5789fb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Tim Thomas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6b832212f57404a2514b4fe6f5789fb6.jpg) ## Visit Tauhara Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Taupō travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Taup.dx3571) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Spa Thermal Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cad493d15ab274d01edff6ff538a09b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spa Thermal Park Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō. [](https://expedia.ca/Spa-Thermal-Park-Tauhara.d553248635974614317.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery which includes indigenous culture and art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/113000/113749-Lake-Taupo-Museum-And-Art-Gallery.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Taupo-Museum-And-Art-Gallery-Taupo.d6108148.Vacation-Attraction) #### Wairakei Geothermal Power Station Walk around the campus at Wairakei Geothermal Power Station as part of your travels around Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Wairakei-Geothermal-Power-Station-Tauhara.d553248621532610749.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/AC-Baths-Tauhara.d6108154.Vacation-Attraction) #### Golf Club Taupō Enjoy a round of golf in Taupō at Golf Club Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Golf-Club-Taupo-Tauhara.d553248621532610752.Vacation-Attraction) #### Maori Carvings You can find out about the history of Taupō when you stop by Maori Carvings. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Maori-Carvings-Tauhara.d553248621526967403.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Taupo Private Geothermal Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48796615/8ada05fc-23bd-4680-ae3a-80e4b5c91b4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupo Private Geothermal Bike Tour CA $1,943 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/taupo-private-geothermal-bike-tour.a48796615.activity-details) ![Freefalling above Lake Taupo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49731671/7c34770b-53d6-4aa4-b04f-88aa6d6275ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving CA $274 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lake-taupo-12.a49731671.activity-details) ![The plummeting depths of crystal clear waters make it easy to get to the base of the waterfalls.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49789529/1f2dcf3b-babe-4891-a051-c3950c8a839e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo CA $109 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/western-bays-sightseeing-tour-from-kinloch-lake-taupo.a49789529.activity-details) ![Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45968721/90bb50c7-1ab4-4f0e-b6ef-d3c62c119f84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding CA $231 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kinloch-lake-taupo-catamaran-cruise-with-paddleboarding.a45968721.activity-details) ![Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46509332/b014f34b-6870-4014-97a7-352b18b45739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua CA $45 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/maori-rock-carvings-taupo-sailing-adventures-tiua.a46509332.activity-details) ![Huka Falls by Jet Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/741312/6b4aca83-e745-4421-b020-1d483a42a742.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo CA $120 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/hukafalls-jet-boat-ride-in-taupo.a741312.activity-details) [See all activities in Taupō](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Taupo.d3571.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## Tauhara Hotel Deals ![Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35280000/35277800/35277741/d6f298ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort 281 Spa Rd, Taupo, Waikato CA $58 CA $69 total Sep 29 - Sep 30 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free parking, a business center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 7/10 Good! (586 reviews) "Warm comfy beds, everything we need." Reviewed on Sep 11, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=35277741&PinnedHotelID=35277741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) ![Wairakei Resort Taupo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1668700/1668649/dbfc4614_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wairakei Resort Taupo 640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei CA $102 CA $118 total Oct 6 - Oct 7 includes taxes & fees 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. ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,011 reviews) "Nice setting" Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F10%2F2025&endDate=07%2F10%2F2025&selected=1668649&PinnedHotelID=1668649&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) ![Lakefront Lodge Taupo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37804500/37804403/26385868_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lakefront Lodge Taupo 100 Lake Terrace, Taupo CA $75 CA $86 total Sep 28 - Sep 29 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 7.4/10 Good! (928 reviews) "Lovely staff and well oresented.Great food." Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025&selected=37804403&PinnedHotelID=37804403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) ![Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517100/4517013/d9a0bfb6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn 76-80 Lake Terrace, Taupo CA $95 CA $109 total Sep 28 - Sep 29 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) "Staff very friendly, use of washer / dryer was really helpful." Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F09%2F2025&endDate=29%2F09%2F2025&selected=4517013&PinnedHotelID=4517013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) ![Hilton Lake Taupo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1375300/1375266/e1c19b36_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Lake Taupo 80-100 Napier Road, Taupo CA $174 CA $200 total Oct 1 - Oct 2 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) "Love the pool, spa and gym and the rooms are very comfortable" Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F10%2F2025&endDate=02%2F10%2F2025&selected=1375266&PinnedHotelID=1375266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) ![Silver Fern Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5790000/5781900/5781897/6e5027ab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Silver Fern Lodge 118 Tamamutu Street, Taupo CA $47 CA $55 total Oct 12 - Oct 13 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 7.8/10 Good! (776 reviews) "Simple but clean and large room even with view of the lake." 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