Acacia Bay

Taupō

Some may have seen this in photos before, but no photo does it justice; or shows you the awesomeness quite like when you are standing directly on the side of the boat and within metres of this brilliant carving. 

I took a small boat that served treats, pizza and wine. Although travelling alone I was able to meet people on this trip very easily. I went on the Ernest Kemp Steamboat. Such character and lovely staff.
Some may have seen this in photos before, but no photo does it justice; or shows you the awesomeness quite like when you are standing directly on the side of the boat and within metres of this brilliant carving. 

I took a small boat that served treats, pizza and wine. Although travelling alone I was able to meet people on this trip very easily. I went on the Ernest Kemp Steamboat. Such character and lovely staff.

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Lake Taupo Lodge

Lake Taupo Lodge

5 out of 5
41 Mapara Rd Taupo Waikato
Book a stay at this luxury B&B in Taupō. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupō Museum and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
We enjoyed our stay very much at Lake Taupo lodge. Spacious room and very beautiful space. Breakfast were top notch too! Thank you so much for the awesome memories :)

Reviewed on 14 November 2024

Lake Taupo Lodge
The Point Villas

The Point Villas

5 out of 5
Whakamoenga Point, Lake Taupo Taupo
Book a stay at this luxury lodge in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Four Mile Bay and The Landing Lake Taupō are ...
Definitely money worth for the price of the accommodation.

Reviewed on 1 October 2023

The Point Villas
Chalet Eiger Lodge

Chalet Eiger Lodge

5 out of 5
534 Gillespie Place Taupo Waikato
Book a stay at this luxury lodge in Taupō. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Four Mile Bay and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Had a very enjoyable night at Chalet Eiger and Nina was a wonderful hostess. The evening meal and breakfast along with the glasses of wine were delicious and it was nice to share some stories with her. A very accommodating hostess.

Reviewed on 15 June 2025

Chalet Eiger Lodge
The Loft

The Loft

3.5 out of 5
3 Wakeman Road Taupo Waikato
Book a stay at this business-friendly B&B in Taupō. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupō ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
We loved the room. It was very comfortable, had several amenities, shower head was strong and very hot. The bed was very comfortable and we especially enjoyed having 2 chairs and a couch to relax on. It was also nice to have a t.v when reading became tiring. Mary and Ian were very gracious hosts. ...

Reviewed on 31 December 2025

The Loft
Whakaipo Lodge

Whakaipo Lodge

5 out of 5
1/504 Mapara Road Taupo Waikato
Book a stay at this luxury B&B in Taupō. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions The Kinloch Club and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp ...
10/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Incredible! The hosts, Angie and Bernie were stellar on every level! The accommodations were beautiful and very clean. The breakfasts were bountiful and wholesome. There was such a tension to detail, kindness, and thoughtfulness! We enjoyed every moment of our stay!

Reviewed on 7 January 2026

Whakaipo Lodge
Soak & Stay Acacia Bay - Taupo

Soak & Stay Acacia Bay - Taupo

Taupo New Zealand
Stay at this vacation home in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Taupō Museum and Art ...
Soak & Stay Acacia Bay - Taupo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighborhoods around Acacia Bay

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Rainbow Point

If you're spending some time in Rainbow Point, Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Rainbow Point
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Nukuhau

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

Nukuhau
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Wharewaka

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

Wharewaka
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Two Mile Bay

When in Two Mile Bay, you can plan a visit to Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Two Mile Bay
Sunset in Taupō 😍🌅

Taupō Central

While visiting Taupō Central, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Waikato River.

Taupō Central
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Waipahihi

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

Waipahihi


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