Title: Visit Waipahihi: Best of Waipahihi, Taupō Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Waipahihi](https://expedia.ca/Waipahihi-Taupo-Hotels.0-n553248635976385770-0.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)[Waipahihi Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Waipahihi.d553248635976385770.Car-Rental-Guide)[Waipahihi Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Waipahihi.d553248635976385770.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Waipahihi ## Taupō ## Visit Waipahihi 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 4/5(2 reviews) 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) #### Waipahihi Botanical Gardens 3/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Waipahihi-Botanical-Gardens-Waipahihi.d553248621532610748.Vacation-Attraction) #### Taupō Hot Springs 4.5/5(3 reviews) Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Taupo-Hot-Springs-Hilltop.d6108150.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Taupo-Marina-And-Boat-Ramp-Taupo.d6293968.Vacation-Attraction) #### Wairakei Geothermal Power Station 5/5(1 review) 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) ### Things to do ![Picture 1 for Activity Taupō: Lake Taupo Maori Rock Carving 2.5-Hour Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4680566/f8360bec-ac64-4713-b740-43e852df1191.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings CA $47 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/taupo-sail-barbary-eco-sailing-to-the-maori-rock-carvings.a4680566.activity-details) ![Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48237295/06953f1d-cdcb-47a2-b102-d4cfa00f78ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour CA $108 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/taupo-maori-rock-carvings-kayaking-tour.a48237295.activity-details) ![Shoot through the rapids](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395558/8fcf2003-0f81-4016-8673-1bc5170f4968.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waikato River Jet Boat Ride from Taupo CA $124 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/waikato-river-jet-boat-ride-from-taupo.a1395558.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) #### Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures CA $55 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/luxury-sailing-maori-rock-carvings-taupo-sailing-adventures.a46509332.activity-details) ![Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44851953/f15d5a08-7031-4917-aef9-40cafc79dbf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure CA $124 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/taupo-waikato-river-jetboating-adventure.a44851953.activity-details) ![Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Maori Rock Carvings 5:00 PM Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4782062/90762297-2b97-4645-892d-e57fa6a639ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Maori Rock Carvings 5:00 PM Cruise CA $47 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lake-taupo-15-hour-maori-rock-carvings-500-pm-cruise.a4782062.activity-details) [See all activities in Taupō](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Taupo.d3571.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Waipahihi Hotel Deals ![Oasis Beach Motel ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5082800/5082749/a60ce8f2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oasis Beach Motel 241 Lake Terrace Taupo CA $75 CA $88 total Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Room was clean and adequate for our 1 night stay, although the beds were not very comfortable. Too soft for our needs Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F01%2F2026&endDate=13%2F01%2F2026&selected=5082749&PinnedHotelID=5082749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385770) ![Millennium Resort Manuels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523241/365cba5b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Millennium Resort Manuels 243 Lake Terrace Taupo CA $207 CA $239 total Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews) The view is amazing! Right on the lake. Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F01%2F2026&endDate=08%2F01%2F2026&selected=523241&PinnedHotelID=523241&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385770) ![The Reef Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6040000/6033500/6033432/54a97743_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Reef Resort 219 Lake Terrace Taupo CA $155 CA $181 total Dec 21 - Dec 22 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (951 reviews) We absolutely loved our stay here. The staff are so lovely, the location is incredible right on the lake, and our room was perfect and had the most amazing view. The pool was heated and we LOVED it — we spent at least 3 hours a day in it after our activities that day. Thank you to the team at Reef ... Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=6033432&PinnedHotelID=6033432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385770) ![The Cove Taupo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115000/7114941/c89cdc22_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Cove Taupo 213 Lake Terrace Taupo CA $116 CA $135 total Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (498 reviews) Awesome to stay in and will stay another time in future Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F01%2F2026&endDate=12%2F01%2F2026&selected=7114941&PinnedHotelID=7114941&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385770) ![Sacred Waters](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1586800/1586780/36efa77c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sacred Waters 221-225 Lake Terrace Taupo Waikato CA $394 CA $455 total Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (436 reviews) We had a wonderful time at Sacred Waters - room was clean and spacious, view over the lake was wonderful, and we loved the warm pool!! Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F01%2F2026&endDate=14%2F01%2F2026&selected=1586780&PinnedHotelID=1586780&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385770) ![Karaka Tree Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1692200/1692142/a0b6ce4c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Karaka Tree Motel 216 Lake Terrace Taupo CA $134 CA $155 total Dec 19 - Dec 20 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupō Hot Springs are ... 7.4/10 Good! (416 reviews) 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. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Taupo-Two-Mile-Bay.dx553248635976395217) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Richmond Heights While there might not be top attractions in Richmond Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Taupo-Richmond-Heights.dx553248635976389567) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rainbow Point If you're spending some time in Rainbow Point, Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Taupo-Rainbow-Point.dx553248635976388766) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e2e42b03d46083df5568349a07db393a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hilltop If you're spending some time in Hilltop, Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Taupo-Hilltop.dx553248635976395772) ![Taupo which includes a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/113000/113702-Lake-Taupo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Taupō Central While visiting Taupō Central, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Waikato River. [](https://expedia.ca/Taupo-Taupo-Central.dx939465458804051968) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wharewaka While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō. 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