Rainbow Point Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

5/5(4 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupo.

Spa Thermal Park
Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery showing art and indigenous culture

Taupo Museum and Art Gallery

4/5(38 reviews)

Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.

Taupo Museum and Art Gallery

Taupo Hot Springs

4.5/5(133 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Taupo Hot Springs during your stay in Taupo. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

Taupo Hot Springs

Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

4.5/5(89 reviews)

Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Taupo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Taupo with a trip to Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in the area.

Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp

A.C. Baths

4.5/5(108 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Taupo with a trip to A.C. Baths. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

A.C. Baths

Activities

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

NZ$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

NZ$135
per adult
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
Taupo Private Geothermal Bike Tour

Taupo Private Geothermal Bike Tour

NZ$2,400
per adult
Taupo Private Geothermal Bike Tour
Great Lake Trail's landscape

Great Lake Trail Lake Taupo 2-Day Mountain Biking Tour

NZ$160
per adult
Great Lake Trail Lake Taupo 2-Day Mountain Biking Tour
Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding

Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding

NZ$272
per adult
Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding
Solo Parasailing Adventure over Lake Taupo

Parasailing Adventure over Lake Taupo

NZ$139
per adult
Parasailing Adventure over Lake Taupo
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Our pick of the best Rainbow Point Hotel Deals

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is NZ$107 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (811 reviews)
"No airconditioning. Quirky after-hours doors and limited site communication. We noticed one guest who inadvertently locked himself out of his room with his key and phone left in the room. He ended up sleeping in the hallway because there was no way to contact the desk agents."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo
4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is NZ$150 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
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)
"Hôtel offrant deux piscines thermales et de grands espaces communs. Restaurant sur place pratique. Installations non récentes mais bien entretenues"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
4.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
The price is NZ$91 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$91
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury holiday park in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Nice stay with shops and dining not far. It was nice having hot pools and slides next door for the boys, you do have to pay entry but discount if staying here. The accommodation was ok but needs some updating as a bit outdated, didnt have many bathroom amenities. Fridge and drawers in kitchen were ..."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Shinkou House UE - Newly Built Secure and Hypoallergenic
Shinkou House UE - Newly Built Secure and Hypoallergenic
3 out of 5
64 Lake Terrace, Taupo, Waikato
The price is NZ$146 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (293 reviews)
Comfortable motel on the lake front
"A bit misleading stating Newly built when in actual fact it is an older motel that has been refurbished inside the rooms. More attention to detail needed by housekeeping staff. Cobwebs and filthy iron"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Shinkou House UE - Newly Built Secure and Hypoallergenic
Lakeland Resort Taupo
Lakeland Resort Taupo
3 out of 5
282 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is NZ$200 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"The staff were very kind and accommodating of my friend's disabilities and accessibility needs. We were well looked after"

Reviewed on 15 Mar. 2025

Lakeland Resort Taupo
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
3.5 out of 5
76-80 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is NZ$217 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupo. 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! (1,000 reviews)
Accessing
"Accessible toilet is too close to the grab-rail and wall, otherwise design for access is OK"

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2025

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Rainbow Point

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Two Mile Bay

While Two Mile Bay may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupo Hot Springs and Maori Carvings.

Two Mile Bay
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Waipahihi

If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Waipahihi
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Richmond Heights

While Richmond Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupo Hot Springs and Maori Carvings.

Richmond Heights
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Wharewaka

While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupo and The Landing Lake Taupo.

Wharewaka
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Hilltop

While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupo Hot Springs and Lake Taupo.

Hilltop
Taupo featuring a lake or waterhole

Taupō Central

If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupo and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing.

Taupō Central

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