What's it like in Waipahihi?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Taupō's Waipahihi neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens as part of your Waipahihi travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Waipahihi?

Based on our traveller data, Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō is one of the top choices for your stay in Waipahihi. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Lake Taupō, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Oasis Beach Motel and Sacred Waters .

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Waipahihi area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Taupō, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 53 Waipahihi hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waipahihi, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Waipahihi.

What is there to do around this Taupō neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Waipahihi with a visit to Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens. When you're sightseeing in Taupō, Taupō Hot Springs and Three Mile Bay are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in Waipahihi, Taupō - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Waipahihi

Denis

₹15,595 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern living room with a glass wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

2. Sacred Waters

Waipahihi

Amanda

₹20,181 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A wooden cabin with a TV, fireplace, wicker furniture, and a view of the ocean.

3. Oasis Beach Motel

Waipahihi

Bridgid

₹6,130 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a small pool, and a view of the sea.

4. The Reef Resort

Waipahihi

Brad

₹14,718 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

5. Boulevard Waters

Waipahihi

Tasha

₹10,561 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the sea, a fruit bowl on the counter, and a view of the ocean through the window.

6. The Cove Taupo

Waipahihi

Dixie

₹7,464 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A well-lit outdoor area with a wooden deck, a covered seating area, and a garden with flowers and shrubs.

7. Phoenix Resort

Waipahihi

karen

₹9,709 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A room with a large window offering a view of the sea and mountains, a grey sofa, and a vase with orange flowers.

8. Clearwater Motor Lodge

Waipahihi

Kristi

₹11,443 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of the street and greenery.

9. Lakeland Resort Taupo

Two Mile Bay, 0.3 km from Waipahihi

Jermaine

₹7,340 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.

10. Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilltop, 1.1 km from Waipahihi

Anita

₹12,624 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A balcony with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, a small table, and a white railing.

11. Baycrest Lodge

Taupō Central, 1.5 km from Waipahihi

Ben

₹13,186 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area.

12. Anchorage Resort Taupo

Two Mile Bay, 0.8 km from Waipahihi

Sheila

₹9,890 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A room with a glass table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a distant island.

13. Cascades Lakefront Motel

Two Mile Bay, 0.3 km from Waipahihi

Jo

₹10,785 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A room with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, a large sliding glass door leading to a view of the sea, and a ceiling light fixture.

14. Sails On The Lake

Taupō Central, 1.5 km from Waipahihi

Ilana

₹11,200 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery and a lifebuoy.

15. Chelmswood Motel Taupo

Two Mile Bay, 0.2 km from Waipahihi

Dilkushi

₹5,940 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

16. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupō Central, 1.4 km from Waipahihi

Michael

₹10,322 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A pool area with two wooden chairs and a large umbrella, surrounded by tropical plants and a water slide in the background.

17. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Hilltop, 1.1 km from Waipahihi

Rose

₹4,646 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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18. Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Taupō Central, 1.9 km from Waipahihi

Tej Bahadur

₹5,016 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A room with a view of a calm lake and mountains, featuring two wicker chairs with red cushions, a small table with a remote control, and a window with curtains.

19. Tui Oaks Motel

Taupō Central, 2.1 km from Waipahihi

Jalal

₹6,605 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern room with a sofa, a TV, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

20. Gables Lakefront Motel

Taupō Central, 1.6 km from Waipahihi

Amy

₹10,043 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Waipahihi

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Boulevard Waters	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 340 reviews	View
Sacred Waters	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 477 reviews	View
The Reef Resort	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 994 reviews	View
Clearwater Motor Lodge	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 227 reviews	View
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō	4.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Where to stay in Waipahihi

Find the best Waipahihi areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Taupō Central

If you're spending some time in Taupō Central, Lake Taupō and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

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Acacia Bay

Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider stopping by Lake Taupō while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Hilltop

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

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Wharewaka

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

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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 Taupō Hot Springs and A.C. Baths.

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Top Waipahihi Hotel Reviews

Lakeland Resort Taupo

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Just across the road from lakefront and a short stroll to 2 mile bay sailing club which do beer and pizza dinners on the lake. A bit dated but large rooms, very clean, friendly staff. Good value. We use it as a nice stopover between auckland and wellington."

Hilton Lake Taupo

10/10 Excellent

"**Excellent Stay – Highly Recommend!** My family stayed at the Hilton Lake Taupo over the weekend and had a wonderful experience. Overall, an excellent hotel with lovely facilities and a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere. A few amenities around the pool area, including the sauna, were unfortunately not operational during our stay, but this did not detract significantly from our overall experience. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend the hotel to others. We would certainly stay again!"

The Reef Resort

8/10 Good

"Property was clean inside room. Kitchen was well stocked and updated. Toad noise during day but quiet at night. Lake view was basically non existent. You could see a tiny peak at the water between the bldgs in front of us. Was disappointed in lack of view. Parking is a little challenging with a few angled slots in front and then parking adjacent to bldg in a tight driveway. You aren’t walking distance to any restaurants really so you’ll want access to the heart of town. Overall fine but seemed a bit $$ for what you got with location."

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Our top choices for Waipahihi hotels

1. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

2. Sacred Waters

3. Oasis Beach Motel

4. The Reef Resort

5. Boulevard Waters

6. The Cove Taupo

7. Phoenix Resort

8. Clearwater Motor Lodge

9. Lakeland Resort Taupo

10. Hilton Lake Taupo

11. Baycrest Lodge

12. Anchorage Resort Taupo

13. Cascades Lakefront Motel

14. Sails On The Lake

15. Chelmswood Motel Taupo

16. Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

17. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

18. Lakefront Lodge Taupo

19. Tui Oaks Motel

20. Gables Lakefront Motel

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Where to stay in Waipahihi

Taupō Central

Acacia Bay

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Wharewaka

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Lakeland Resort Taupo

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