
Guesthouse holiday rentals in Taupō
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Our Happy Place Cottage
Sunny, cosy and comfortable cottage on owner's property. Located Acacia Bay, 8 min from Taupo township. Kitchenette with toaster, kettle, fridge, toastie maker and microwave. Salt, pepper, serviettes, hand towels provided. Separate bathroom with shower and toilet. Outside seating area to enjoy the semi-rural setting. Off street parking with designated parking area. Large enough for car and trailer. Lock up for bicycles on request. Extra towels for lake or local hot pools swimming are available.

A Quiet, peaceful hideaway by the Waikato river
Fully self-contained 2 bedroom unit complete with wood burner (Wood Burner available from May to September only) or electric heater for those brisk Taupo winters. Peaceful sheltered surroundings, relaxing environment, all you need for a great getaway. There are views of the Waikato River from the bedroom window and walking/bike tracks nearby that lead to Spa Park where the adventure begins. PLEASE read the descriptions carefully BEFORE booking to make sure our unit is adequate for your need.

Views over Whakaipo Bay
Our home sits high on a hill with amazing views over Lake Taupo and the surrounding countryside. The two bedroom cottage has a separate lounge area with a well stocked kitchenette, heat pump and large deck plus a private patio. Just down the hill is Whakaipo Bay recreational area with calm swimming waters and access to the W2K track. Our home is perfect for anyone who is looking for a rural outlook only minutes from town. It is the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy the view!

Idyllic Getaway - with great views of Lake Taupo
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. A perfect weekend getaway with couples in mind. Huge one bedroom apartment with views of Lake Taupo. Self check-in with off street parking, 50 inch smart TV with Netflix and YouTube. Complete with air con/heat pump, full bathroom, kitchenette and Wi-Fi. A two minute walk to fish and chip shop, bar, liquor shop and dairy and a five minute drive to Taupo town centre. A small continental breakfast snack and a few extras provided for your stay.

Kowhai Hideaway
Enjoy all the comforts of a well appointed hotel in this apartment style hideaway. Located just 400m from Lake Taupo, you are perfectly situated to take advantage of the popular Two Mile Bay Reserve, Boat Ramp, Lions Walk and the Iconic Two Mile Bay Sailing Club - the perfect spot to relax with a drink and wood fired pizza while taking in the panoramic views across the lake. Just minutes to town by car, or enjoy a stroll along the Lions walk to reach the town centre.

@TaupōsTreat *Outdoor Bath* *FLUFFYCHOOKS!*
Fabulous Garden & Outdoor bath. 15 minute walk to town & Lake. 5 Star Reviews from over 600 guests Ideal for Couples • Covered courtyard, large outdoor chandelier & dining area • Outdoor cast iron bath . Enchanting shared garden, veggies, fluffy chickens, fruit trees . Well equipped kitchen and washing machine • Kayak available • Free unlimited Wifi . Covered off street parking . Easy access to Taupō's many attractions . Muesli and milk provided for breakfast

Haven in Taupō
In the popular holiday haven of Acacia Bay, this is a great base to leap in to water/hiking adventures or to just curl up on the couch with a little Netflix. The lake is just around the corner (literally!) and there's much to see & do. Your space is newly renovated with a kitchenette, yummy cereals, comfy extras like games, books, wifi and Chromecast. Your haven is 6 mins by car to the centre of town, 3 mins walk to the lake, 1 min walk to a local pub & store.

The French Cottage - great wifi - private and safe
The Cottage is a boutique living space, recently renovated and refurnished to a high standard, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable experience for your stay in Taupo. Fully self contained, with a brand new super comfy bed, it is a private haven, although we're not far away if there's anything we can do to help. With unlimited internet, it's own private outdoor setting, it's the perfect option for weekend break, a longer stay, or if you're just passing through.

2-Mile Bay Hideaway
Located in the heart of Taupō's 2-Mile Bay, the hideaway is perfect for a mid-week stay to break the road trip or a weekend getaway to enjoy all that Taupo has on offer. The stand-alone unit has everything you need to relax and unwind or base yourselves for an adventure-packed weekend on the slopes. Safe parking for bermbuster weekends 😎 Cozy and warm, spend the evenings binging netflix or enjoy a BBQ in your own private courtyard watching the sunset.

817A On the Lake at Acacia Bay
Sunny and private 2-bedroom cottage on the water's edge at beautiful Acacia Bay. Just a 7-minute drive to the town centre and a 10-minute walk to the local bar/brasserie and store. Well-appointed with everything you need for a comfortable stay. We take extra care to disinfect frequently touched surfaces between bookings, and all our linen is top quality and professionally laundered. Smart TV and Wi-fi available. No cleaning fee.

Rainbows End Cottage
A cute, clean and cosy cottage in a peaceful and secluded native bush setting. Only a 2 minute stroll to the Lake or the beautiful spring fed Waitahanui River, and 10 minutes from the centre of Taupo township. 58 inch LED TV, Blu Ray DVD and movies as well as a heat pump air conditioner and free WiFi. Linen and bedding is provided. Please send an enquiry regarding pets prior to sending a booking request.

Rural sleep out
Quiet rural sleep out Look out at paddocks rather than into your neighbours window! Located 15mins from Taupo town centre, only a couple of kms off the main State highway 1, is our quiet rural sleep out. This sleep out is attached to a large shed (that we use and is not included in the Airbnb rental) and is at the bottom of our long driveway, so nice and private.
Popular amenities for Taupō guesthouses
Family-Friendly guesthouses

Tussock Ridge

The Mez - Private Garden Studio

The Lowly Cottage

Charming Riverside Retreat

Studio on Shera

Private, peaceful, modern living near the lake.

Private Little Detached Retreat

Rest & Relax At Nook By The Lake
Guesthouses with a patio

Private/Cosy self contained studio close to town

The Palm, Huia Street, Central Taupo Lakeview Stay

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Romantic Retreat

The Nest - Relax & Unwind with Spectacular Views

River Rest Cottage

Breath Taking Views of Lake Taupo

Cosy Cottage Retreat Motuoapa
Guest house rentals with a washing machine and dryer

Peaceful TihOio Western side of Lake Taupo

Kuratau - Unit 10

Lake View charming house on Hilltop

The Lavender Room self contained studio.

Modern 1-bedroom Self Contained Unit in Kinloch

Brand new House

Affordable, self-contained, private & comfy

Spacious and sunny 3 bed 2 bath apartment
When is the best time to visit Taupō?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $143 AUD | $130 AUD | $126 AUD | $127 AUD | $118 AUD | $117 AUD | $118 AUD | $115 AUD | $123 AUD | $124 AUD | $127 AUD | $172 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 17°C | 17°C | 15°C | 12°C | 10°C | 8°C | 7°C | 8°C | 9°C | 11°C | 13°C | 16°C |
Quick stats about guesthouse rentals in Taupō

Total holiday rentals
Explore 70 holiday rentals in Taupō

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Taupō holiday rentals start at $61 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
20 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
70 of Taupō holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Taupō rentals

4.8 Average rating
Taupō stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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