Want to Find Great Accommodation in Taupo?

If you're planning to stay near the heart of New Zealand's North Island - Taupo, then it's important to find the right kind of accommodation for your stay. This thriving centre is a haven for anyone wanting some time away from it all, particularly if you are drawn to fishing, or walking in the great outdoors.

Hosted accommodation in Taupo will help to provide you with an atmosphere of a home away from home. Your hosts will be able to help you with booking daily activities and recommending places to visit and things to do. The other beauty of hosted accommodation is that you can feel as though you are a truly welcomed guest, participating in meals with your hosts and other guests and exchanging stories of your travels.

When booking your accommodation in Taupo, consider whether you'll have your own transport, or if you will be relying on taxis or walking. This will alter where you can visit, as some of the more secluded places can be harder to get to without transport. Of course if you just plan to relax at the place, enjoying the host's hospitality, that won't be a problem at all! You can enjoy their home baking, and find out the best places to take a real break from the hustle and bustle of the world around us.

If fishing is your past time or you'd like to give it a go, it's the secret spots that the locals know of that create the best return for your time wading out into the water. Selecting hosted places to stay such as bed and breakfast, or boutique hotel accommodation, means you'll have someone right there at your fingertips that can help direct you to the best places. Book yourself into a fishing lodge and you'll be assured of up to date tips and ideas, plus guides who can help take you to the places they've discovered, away from the more trafficked riverbeds to find the best rainbow trout.

If you aren't into fishing however, there are many other outdoor pursuits you can engage in. If you are energetic and want some adventure, you can try bungy jumping, or rafting. For those who prefer a more sedate base, along with the bush walks, you can try horse trekking or take a few rounds of some of the world class golf courses in the district.

If you want to enjoy the magical views of the area from the centre of it all, consider taking a cruise out onto the lake. There are a range of options available. If you prefer to take matters into your own hands, you can consider hiring a kayak or boat yourself, though it's really important to take special notice of weather conditions before you do.

Taking a break with the right accommodation in Taupo, you'll come away feeling refreshed and (if you're a fisherman), hopefully full of the big tales of the one that didn't get away!


Heritage & Character Inns is New Zealand's finest boutique accommodation collection which includes independently rated 4 & 5 Star luxury lodges, bed & breakfasts (B&B's), historic villas, country cottages & boutique hotels.

Our personally hosted properties throughout New Zealand have a reputation for delivering luxury accommodation, fabulous breakfasts, generous hospitality, and warm interaction with guests.

Membership is by invitation only & all member properties must be Qualmark graded to a minimum 4 Stars.

The Heritage & Character Inns brand is well known in New Zealand & key tourism markets overseas.

Book Accommodation in Taupo New Zealand (NZ) with Heritage & Character Inns today.