This Taupo holiday home, situated near Lake Taupo and Mount Tauhara, offers stunning lake views from its deck and is conveniently located for exploring local attractions. Sleeping eight comfortably plus an infant, this two-storey house boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen with modern appliances, a fenced garden, parking for three or more vehicles, and baby-friendly amenities including a cot, highchair and safety gates.
Fantail Cottage is a self-contained haven located just 1.5 kilometres from the lakefront and a 3-minute drive or 15-minute walk from Taupo's central business district, nestled in a peaceful, leafy garden setting. It consistently receives excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall user experience. The cottage features one bedroom and one bathroom, comfortably accommodating up to three guests. It offers a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, off-street parking, and Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.
9.8 687 reviews
Taupō
27/06 – 04/07
£70/nighttotal: £490 (7 )
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1 2
house , Taupo
This charming cottage is situated in a peaceful residential area of Taupo, just a 15-minute stroll from the town centre and the lakefront. The property consistently receives excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The cottage comfortably accommodates up to three guests and features a queen bed, a king single sofa bed, and a spacious bathroom. Guests can enjoy a private courtyard with a dining area, a well-equipped kitchen, a shared garden with fruit trees, and even a kayak and town bikes for exploring the area.
8.0 6 reviews
Taupō
16/09 – 20/09
£216/nighttotal: £864 (4 )
Jacksons - Two Mile Bay Holiday Home
3 8
house , Taupo
Jacksons - Two Mile Bay Holiday Home is situated in Taupo, near Two Mile Bay, approximately 4km from Taupo Airport and within an 8km radius of Huka Prawn Park and the Volcanic Activity Centre. This three-bedroom property, boasting 130 square metres of floor space, comfortably sleeps 17 guests and offers a fully equipped kitchen, free Wi-Fi, private parking, and a peaceful garden; fishing is available nearby.
9.2 6 reviews
Taupō
10/07 – 13/07
£161/nighttotal: £483 (3 )
Cute On Kew - Taupo Holiday Home
1 5
house , Taupo
Cute on Kew, a Taupo holiday home, is situated a short 16-minute walk from the Taupo Events Centre and within easy driving distance (approximately 5km) of attractions such as the Huka Prawn Park and the Volcanic Activity Centre. This 130 square metre property offers three bedrooms, sleeping up to eleven guests, and includes a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave, free Wi-Fi, private parking, and a garden.
9.8 139 reviews
Taupō
03/08 – 06/08
£135/nighttotal: £405 (3 )
Beautiful Home With Lake Views *No Service Fee*
1 5
apartment , Taupō
This three-bedroom house in Taupō offers easy access to Lake Taupō and other attractions, with its precise location undisclosed for privacy reasons. The self-catering property sleeps six, boasts a well-equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, features a garden, parking, and air conditioning, and provides seamless indoor-outdoor flow with a patio.
9.2 254 reviews
Taupō
26/06 – 27/06
£108/nightfor 1 night
Lakeview Holiday Hideaway
1 3
studio , Taupo
The Lakeview Holiday Hideaway is located in Taupo, just 3.8 kilometres from the Taupo Events Centre and 4.2 kilometres from the Great Lake Convention Centre. The apartment has very good user, location and cleanliness ratings, making it a popular choice for travellers. This two-bedroom apartment, covering 35 square metres, comfortably accommodates up to five guests. The property features a private garden, air conditioning, a well-equipped kitchenette, free Wi-Fi, and private parking.
9.2 26 reviews
Taupō
11/07 – 13/07
£178/nighttotal: £356 (2 )
Central, Stylish Apartment – Walk To Lake & Town
2 4
apartment , Taupō
This ground floor flat is located in the centre of Taupō, less than 200 metres from the lakefront, shops, bars and cafes, making it ideal for exploring the town. The apartment has a very good user rating, excellent location rating and very good cleanliness rating. The flat is spacious and can accommodate up to four guests. It has a modern kitchen, a balcony, a swimming pool, a fitness room and underground parking.
8.2 5 reviews
Taupō
27/06 – 04/07
£63/nighttotal: £441 (7 )
The Snuggery - Taupo
1 2
apartment , Taupo
The Snuggery is a self-contained flat in Taupo, conveniently located 3.2km from Taupo Airport, 3.2km from the Great Lake Convention Centre, and 3.4km from the Taupo Events Centre. This air-conditioned one-bedroom apartment, offering 20 square metres of space, sleeps three guests and includes a kitchenette with microwave, fridge and free Wi-Fi; towels and linen are provided.
9.9 130 reviews
Taupō
27/06 – 04/07
£160/nighttotal: £1120 (7 )
Acacia Bay Views *No Service Fee*
3 4
apartment , Taupō
This three-bedroom Taupō holiday home boasts expansive lake views and is located a 5-minute (approx. 3.2km) drive from Taupō town centre, offering easy access to shops and restaurants. The spacious property features two queen beds and two single beds, accommodating up to six guests, and includes a dishwasher, air conditioning, and excellent outdoor entertaining areas with a barbecue; the entire dwelling is available for guest use (excluding the garage).
9.6 24 reviews
Taupō
27/06 – 04/07
£100/nighttotal: £700 (7 )
Hilltop Haven
1 4
apartment , Taupō
Hilltop Haven, a three-bedroom house in Taupō, is situated 3km from Taupo Hospital and 5km from the town centre and lakefront. This self-catering property sleeps six, boasting a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, a relaxing lounge with a 50" Smart TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, a garden, parking, and pet-friendly facilities.
9.8 8 reviews
Taupō
10/07 – 11/07
£177/nightfor 1 night
Relax In Style, Central Taupo Apartment.
1 2
apartment , Taupō
This two-bedroom flat offers spectacular panoramic views of Lake Taupō and Mount Tauhara, with a prime location just 200 metres from the lakefront, local cafés, and shopping precincts in Taupō. This apartment comfortably accommodates up to four guests and features a spacious open-plan living area opening onto a generous balcony, two bathrooms, secure parking, and access to shared amenities including a swimming pool and fitness centre.
Best family friendly Taupō holiday rentals
Among the 1681 accommodations in Taupō, here are the 4 best family friendly rentals
9.3 11 reviews
Taupō
15/07 – 16/07
£348/nightfor 1 night
Delight In Birch-lake View Holiday Home
4 1
house , Taupo
Delight in Birch-Lake View Holiday Home is located in Taupo, just 3.2 kilometres from the Great Lake Convention Centre and 3.7 kilometres from the Taupo Events Centre, offering stunning views of Lake Taupo and the surrounding mountains. The property has excellent user, location and cleanliness ratings. This 4-bedroom house provides comfortable accommodation for up to 15 guests, spread over 270 square metres. You can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a terrace, a garden and parking, as well as close proximity to attractions and a private host.
9.7 13 reviews
Taupō
03/07 – 05/07
£622/nighttotal: £1244 (2 )
Walnut Lane Estate, Lake View, Pool & Spa, Taupo
6 11
house , Taupo
This spacious Taupo villa is located a 3.2km drive from both the Great Lake Convention Centre and Huka Prawn Park, and within 34km of Orakei Korako Cave and The Hidden Valley. The 474 square metre property boasts six bedrooms, three bathrooms, and three living rooms, accommodating up to 27 guests, and features a year-round outdoor pool, hot tub, fully equipped kitchen, and free Wi-Fi.
9.9 107 reviews
Taupō
07/07 – 09/07
£357/nighttotal: £714 (2 )
Nga Roto Retreat - Taupo
4 2
house , Taupo
Nga Roto Retreat in Taupo is conveniently located just 3 kilometres from the airport and is within easy driving distance of Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park and The Hidden Valley, both about 45 kilometres away. The property has excellent user, location and cleanliness ratings. The house has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and is 230 square metres in size. Enjoy the garden, balcony, outdoor dining area, hot tub and barbecue, as well as the modern amenities including flat-screen TV, air conditioning, a dressing room, and a fireplace.
9.5 477 reviews
Taupō
27/06 – 28/06
£170/nightfor 1 night
Delight In Birch - Lake View Holiday Home
3 4
apartment , Taupō
This 3-bedroom holiday home is situated just a short walk from Lake Taupō, a 2-minute drive from a shopping centre with takeaways and a bar, and a 5-minute drive from Taupō's town centre. The property has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The house is spread over two floors, offering plenty of space for families and groups to relax and enjoy their stay. It includes a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, a sunny conservatory with panoramic lake views, a private garden, and a range of amenities like a jacuzzi and air conditioning.
Guest-Favourite Self-Catering Rentals with a Balcony in Taupō
Private balconies with views across the hills come as standard at these holiday rentals and Airbnbs in Taupō.
9.4 179 reviews
Taupō
12/07 – 15/07
£189/nighttotal: £567 (3 )
Mercy Of Lake Taupo
1 4
house , Taupo
Mercy of Lake Taupo is located in Taupo, just 4 kilometres from Huka Prawn Park and 5 kilometres from the Volcanic Activity Centre, offering easy access to the town's attractions. This property has received excellent ratings for user experience, location, and cleanliness, making it a popular choice for travellers. The house has 4 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 9 guests, providing ample space for families or groups. Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, a terrace, a garden, a tennis court, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
9.8 5 reviews
Taupō
23/10 – 27/10
£193/nighttotal: £772 (4 )
Tuis Place, Spacious 3br Retreat Near Town Centre
3 3
house , Taupo
This 3-bedroom property in Taupo is located 2.6 kilometres from the Great Lake Convention Centre, offering convenient access to local attractions within a 7.2-kilometre radius and further afield at 37 kilometres. This spacious 210-square-metre dwelling accommodates up to 11 guests, featuring a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, two bathrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, and on-site table tennis, with canoeing opportunities available nearby.
9.3 39 reviews
Taupō
03/07 – 04/07
£138/nightfor 1 night
Brand New Lakeside Cozy Deluxe
2 3
apartment , Taupo
This lakeside Taupo apartment, a short drive (7km) from the Great Lake Convention Centre and Taupo Events Centre, offers stunning views and proximity to attractions including Huka Prawn Park and the Craters of the Moon. The 98 square metre, two-bathroom dwelling sleeps seven, boasting a fully equipped kitchen, private terrace, free Wi-Fi, and parking; enjoy a flat-screen TV and air conditioning.
9.0 41 reviews
Taupō
27/06 – 04/07
£166/nighttotal: £1162 (7 )
Lakewood Haven - Taupo Holiday Home
3 6
house , Taupo
Lakewood Haven - Taupo Holiday Home is situated in Taupo, just a short distance from the Great Lake Convention Centre and within a 3-mile radius of Huka Prawn Park and the Taupo Events Centre. The property has received very good user ratings and excellent ratings for its location and cleanliness. This 3-bedroom holiday home is spacious and comfortable, with 130 square metres of floor space. Enjoy a relaxing stay with amenities such as a Jacuzzi, a fully equipped kitchen, a garden, free Wi-Fi, and private parking.
Frequently asked questions about holiday rentals in Taupō
What should a first-time visitor not miss in Taupo?
You definitely need to check out the Huka Falls, the iconic waterfall just outside Taupō. It's a must-see for any first-time visitor. Also, take a boat trip on Lake Taupō, the largest lake in New Zealand, and see the magnificent views of the surrounding mountains.
What are the best Airbnb and holiday rentals in Taupō?
Which neighborhood in Taupo should you consider for a vacation rental?
The best neighbourhood for a vacation rental would be the central Taupō area. It's close to the lakefront, the town centre, and all the main attractions. You'll find a good selection of holiday homes and apartments in this area.
What are the top family-friendly attractions in Taupo?
The Taupō Museum is a great place to learn about the history and culture of the region, and it's very engaging for kids. The Taupō Bungy and Sky Swing offers exciting activities for the whole family, and you can even find some good family-friendly walks around the lakefront.
What are the best holiday rentals with a pool in Taupō?
When is the best time to book a vacation rental in Taupo?
The best time to book a vacation rental in Taupō is during the shoulder seasons, from April to May and September to October. You'll avoid the peak season crowds and get better prices.
What are the best rentals for families and kids in Taupō?
What events or festivals should visitors check out in and around Taupo?
The Taupō Winter Festival in July is a popular event with lots of activities, and the Taupō Arts Festival in November showcases local talent. The annual Great Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge in February is a big event for cycling enthusiasts.
What are the best rentals or Airbnbs with a jacuzzi in Taupō?
What are the best budget-friendly activities in Taupo?
You can have a great time in Taupō without breaking the bank. Go for a walk or cycle around the lakefront, visit the free Taupō Hot Springs, or explore the many walking trails in the area. The Taupō Museum is also free for locals and residents.
What are the best restaurants with local dishes in Taupo?
For local dishes, try the Taupō Restaurant, which is known for its fresh seafood and local produce. The Huka Prawn Park is a great place to try freshly caught prawns. You can also find good cafes and restaurants serving local dishes in the town centre.
What are the best walking or cycling routes in Taupo?
The Taupō Lakefront Walkway is a great option for a leisurely stroll, and the Taupō Cycle Trail offers a longer and more challenging ride. For a scenic walk, try the Huka Falls Walk, which takes you right to the base of the falls.
Are there pet-friendly attractions in Taupo?
The Taupō Lakefront is a great place to take your dog for a walk, and many of the cafes and restaurants in the town centre are pet-friendly. There are also some dog-friendly walking trails in the area, like the Taupō Domain Walk.
What are the benefits of choosing a vacation rental in Taupo?
Vacation rentals offer more space and privacy than hotels, and you can often find rentals with unique features like a garden or a balcony. You'll also have access to a kitchen, which can save you money on meals.
What are the top sports attractions and facilities in Taupo?
Taupō is a great destination for outdoor sports. There are plenty of opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and waterskiing on Lake Taupō. The Taupō Bungy and Sky Swing offers a variety of adrenaline-pumping activities, and there are also several golf courses in the area.
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Best Taupō holiday rentals with a sauna
9.8 385 reviews
Taupō
23/10 – 27/10
£168/nighttotal: £672 (4 )
French Style Cottage
1 3
apartment , Taupo
This charming cottage is situated in central Taupo, just a short walk from the lakefront and a 15-minute stroll to the town centre, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle. The cottage enjoys excellent ratings for user experience, location, and cleanliness, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The cottage provides two bedrooms and one bathroom, comfortably accommodating up to three guests. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, a relaxing garden, a sauna, and a front deck with stunning lake views, perfect for unwinding after a day exploring Taupo.
8.9 12 reviews
Taupō
07/08 – 09/08
£224/nighttotal: £448 (2 )
Waimahana 5 - Taupo Holiday Apartment
3 4
house , Taupo
Waimahana 5, a Taupo holiday apartment, is situated in Waimahana, approximately 3.2km from the Great Lake Convention Centre, with easy access to attractions such as Huka Falls and Huka Prawn Park. This 130 square metre property boasts three bedrooms, two bathrooms, sleeping up to 11 guests, and features a fully equipped kitchen, swimming pool, jacuzzi, garden, parking, and free Wi-Fi.
10 35 reviews
Taupō
07/07 – 09/07
£341/nighttotal: £682 (2 )
Chalet Eiger Lodge
1 2
chalet , Taupo
The Eiger Lodge chalet is located in Acacia Bay, just a short distance from Taupo's popular attractions like the Marina and Maori Carvings. It has received excellent reviews from previous guests. The chalet offers a range of facilities and activities, including a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and sauna. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of a free ski shuttle service and complimentary Wi-Fi.
10 12 reviews
Taupō
24/07 – 26/07
£625/nighttotal: £1250 (2 )
Heated Pool Gym Sauna Hot Tub
5 4
house , Taupo
This five-bedroom house is situated in Taupo, just 4 kilometres from the Great Lake Convention Centre and 37 kilometres from the Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park. The 257 square metre property offers a heated swimming pool, a gym, a sauna, and a hot tub, as well as a private pool and outdoor dining area, making it ideal for families or groups of up to 19 guests.
Best Taupō holiday rentals with a fireplace
9.9 70 reviews
Taupō
03/07 – 08/07
£215/nighttotal: £1075 (5 )
Modern 3 Bedroom House With Own Putting Green.
3 5
house , Taupō
This Taupō holiday apartment is situated a short walk from the 3 and 4 Mile Bays lakeside beaches and the Landing activity centre, and a short drive or cycle (approximately 2-3 km) from Taupō town centre. The three-bedroom, two-bathroom dwelling sleeps six guests, offering modern furnishings, a private putting green, gas fireplace, heat pumps, Wi-Fi, and full laundry facilities, alongside easy indoor-outdoor flow.
10 7 reviews
Taupō
10/07 – 13/07
£241/nighttotal: £723 (3 )
Large Family Home - 2 Mile Bay
4 2
apartment , Taupō
This Taupo holiday home is located in the Two Mile Bay area, a short walk from Lake Taupo and the Two Mile Bay sailing club. Sleeping eleven guests, this five-bedroom, two-bathroom property boasts a fully equipped kitchen (fridge, microwave, dishwasher), a garden, terrace, parking, Wi-Fi, and entertainment features including a large TV with Freeview and Netflix, plus a downstairs rumpus room.
9.6 261 reviews
Taupō
03/07 – 08/07
£162/nighttotal: £810 (5 )
"The Maple Tree" Taupo, Central Accommodation
3 5
apartment , Taupō
This three-bedroom house in Taupō is located within walking distance of the town centre and Lake Taupō, offering easy access to local amenities and attractions. Sleeping up to six guests, the single-storey property boasts a well-equipped kitchen with a walk-in pantry, two bathrooms (one ensuite), a large garden with a covered patio and BBQ, off-street parking for multiple cars and a small boat, plus heating options including an open fire and heat pump.
9.4 3 reviews
Taupō
17/12 – 24/12
£408/nighttotal: £2856 (7 )
The Sweet Spot Taupo
3 8
apartment , Taupō
This Waipahihi holiday home is situated within 2km of Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Lake Taupo, and within 3km of Taupo Hot Springs and Three Mile Bay. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom property sleeps eight guests and boasts a microwave, dishwasher, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a terrace, garden, and parking; enjoy nearby walks, watersports, and geothermal relaxation.
