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 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) #### 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) #### 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 4.5/5(2 reviews) 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 ![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 $48 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 $110 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/taupo-maori-rock-carvings-kayaking-tour.a48237295.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 $110 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/western-bays-sightseeing-tour-from-kinloch-lake-taupo.a49789529.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 $118 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) #### Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua CA $56 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/maori-rock-carvings-taupo-sailing-adventures-tiua.a46509332.activity-details) ![Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44851953/1bae8287-a353-41f1-ba29-33fc113cc34c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure CA $118 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/taupo-waikato-river-jetboating-adventure.a44851953.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 $59 CA $69 total Nov 3 - Nov 4 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! (591 reviews) "Plan as simple we respected te kaupapa Nga mihi Whanau much Love" Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F11%2F2025&endDate=04%2F11%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 $105 CA $121 total Nov 3 - Nov 4 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! (1,001 reviews) "Stayed in a Standard King room. It was small and dated. Bed was comfortable. Staff were very friendly and facilities on site were great." Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F11%2F2025&endDate=04%2F11%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 $74 CA $86 total Nov 4 - Nov 5 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! (930 reviews) "Tournament we great" Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F11%2F2025&endDate=05%2F11%2F2025&selected=37804403&PinnedHotelID=37804403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) ![Beechtree Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3625800/3625718/4dc27df3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beechtree Motel 56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $105 CA $122 total Oct 13 - Oct 14 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9/10 Wonderful! (879 reviews) "Blue lights in bedroom very bright all night" Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F10%2F2025&endDate=14%2F10%2F2025&selected=3625718&PinnedHotelID=3625718&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 $96 CA $110 total Oct 6 - Oct 7 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! (1,009 reviews) "Great spot and handy to everything, only one small recommendation, I had a room by the road and some privacy shears would be good to help stop people looking in while you're in your room" Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F10%2F2025&endDate=07%2F10%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 $201 total Oct 12 - Oct 13 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! (1,003 reviews) "Love the pool, spa and gym and the rooms are very comfortable" Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F10%2F2025&endDate=13%2F10%2F2025&selected=1375266&PinnedHotelID=1375266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693188405293199360) [See all 789 properties in Tauhara](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=05%2F10%2F2025&endDate=06%2F10%2F2025®ionId=693188405293199360) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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