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Auckland accommodations

Auckland accommodations welcome you to a destination nicknamed “City of Sails”. Known for its beaches, hiking trails, waterfalls, reserves / domains (parks), gardens, harbors, wharfs, shopping malls, golf courses, bars, cafes, superyachts, rugby and kiwi birds, Auckland is located in northern New Zealand. Auckland is one of the world’s few cities to have two harbors: Manukau and Waitematā (Auckland Harbour). Deeper and easterly, Auckland Harbour is crossed by the eight-lane Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Auckland points of interest: Sky Tower (60-story tower – revolving restaurant, bungee jumping, panoramic views – Southern hemisphere’s tallest free-standing structure), Auckland War Memorial Museum, Mount Eden (volcanic peak – hiking, jogging, gulf views), Sylvia Park Shopping Centre (shopping mall), Auckland Zoo, Westfield St Lukes (shopping mall), Cornwall Park (grassy, café, creamery, running / biking / picnicking areas), Dress Smart Outlet Shopping Centre (shopping mall), Westfield Newmarket (shopping mall), Botany Town Centre (shopping mall), SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium, Rainbow’s End (theme park), Auckland Art Gallery, Butterfly Creek (zoo), MOTAT Museum of Transport and Technology, Muriwai Beach, Browns Bay Beach Reserve (swimming, eateries, park), Takapuna Beach Café, Piha Beach (black sand, surfing, panoramic views), Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill (volcanic peak / 2 parks – statues, obelisk, panoramic views), Aotea Centre, Silo Park (former industrial site, outdoor concerts, films, market), Ambury Regional Park (farm park – camping, hiking, wildlife, pastured animals, lava flows), Muriwai Gannet Colony (bird watching area – black sand beaches), Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple, Long Bay Beach , Kitekite Falls (waterfall), Takapuna Beach Sunday Market, Bruce Mason Centre (event venue), Cheltenham Beach (Victorian mansions, swimming), Point Chevalier Beach, Torpedo Bay Navy Museum, Mairangi Bay Beach, Mercer Bay Loop Walk (hiking area – scenic views), Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve, The Olive Kitchen and Bar, Titirangi, Karekare Falls (waterfall), Murrays Bay Beach, Mission Bay (beach – swimming, eateries), Cockle Bay Reserve, Devonport Beach (wharf, walking path, grassy area, children’s playground), The PumpHouse Theatre, Settlers Country Manor (wedding venue), French Bay Beach, Narrow Neck Beach, Riverhead Forest (national forest – walking / mountain biking / horseback riding / 4×4 trails), Mangemangeroa Reserve, Stardome Observatory & Planetarium (https://www.stardome.org.nz/), Karekare Beach, Franklin Farm Waimauku (sunflower fields, butterfly house), Takapuna Beach, Muriwai Golf Club,  Remuera Golf Club, Titirangi Golf Club, Muriwai Beach Horse Treks Auckland (horseback riding service), North Shore Golf Club, Westbrook Winery, Mokoroa Falls (waterfall), Karamatura Falls (waterfall), Tui Hills (wedding venue), Whatipu Beach (remote beach – grey sand, nearby caves, accessible via gravel road), Waitakere Ranges Regional Park (black-sand beaches, rainforest, surfing, waterfall hikes)

North of Auckland: Tāwharanui Regional Park (4 beaches, wetlands, forests, wildlife habitat), Sculptureum (sculpture museum), Tane Mahuta (nature walk – giant kauri tree aka “Lord of the Forest”), Waipu Caves Scenic Reserve (walking track – shallow water, karst limestone, stalactites, stalagmites, glow worms), Whangarei Quarry Gardens (former quarry – subtropical gardens, café, events), Kai Iwi Lakes (crystal clear lakes – swimming, kayaking, fishing, boating, water skiing), Ruakaka Beach, Piroa Falls (waterfall), Dargaville Museum, Goat Island Dive & Snorkel, Goat Island Marine Reserve (nature preserve – swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, beach trails), Te Arai Beach, South Head Golf Club, Milky Way Glow Worm Cave, Te Arai Links (golf club), The Pines Golf Club, Tara Iti Golf Club, Pouto Point Lighthouse (remote historical landmark)

Southward: Auckland Botanic Gardens, Manukau Heads Lighthouse (secluded beacon / remote area – picnicking, sea views), Glenbrook Vintage Railway (rail museum), Bruce Pulman Park (sports complex), Spookers Haunted Attraction Theme Park, Duder Regional Park (waterside park – swimming beaches, fishing spots, bike trails, campgrounds, farm animals), Hunua Ranges Regional Park (native forest / waterways, reservoir, waterfall), Waitawa Regional Park, Tapapakanga Regional Park (former Maori settlement – beaches, kayaking, camping, hill walks, pastures), Clevedon Scenic Reserve, Āwhitu Regional Park, New Zealand Warbirds Association (museum), Kauri Bay Auckland (event venue), Pukekohe Golf Club, Clarks Beach Golf Club, WAR adventures (event venue), Nocton Woolshed (wedding venue), Leafy Hollow Lavender (herb shop), Mataitai Wharf (ferry service)

Auckland main airport: Auckland Airport

Rideshare service: Uber

Main ferry operators: Fullers360, Sealink NZ (connect city-center to various islands / suburbs)

Popular islands: Waiheke Island (wineries), Rangitoto Island (hiking), Great Barrier Island

Auckland top events: Auckland Arts Festival, Auckland Writers Festival, Taranaki Beer Festival, Laneway Festival, Northern Bass Festival, Dimension Festival, Touch Bass Auckland, Rhythm and Vines, Explore Splore, Pasifika Food Festival, Auckland Lantern Festival, Aum New Years Eve Festival, New Zealand Sail Grand Prix, Champions Day, All Blacks Test Matches, the ASB Classic, Auckland Marathon, PLAYSURE

New Zealand’s renowned national rugby team, The All Blacks, plays at Eden Park in central Auckland. Prior to visiting Auckland, it may be helpful to brush up on the native Māori culture. Further information on the Maori can be discovered at Auckland War Memorial Museum. Even if your main plan is to explore more of New Zealand, a one or two-day stay in Auckland is recommended to shake off jet lag. Auckland small business owners generally are friendly and appreciative of visitors. Some good-to-knows when in Auckland are that roads can be windy, road signs / speed limits are displayed using the metric system, prices for items are as-is (no additional tax at check-out) and tipping is not customary in restaurants, though of course is appreciated. New Zealand became one of the first countries to decriminalize prostitution circa 2003. In Auckland, cars travel on the left-hand side, currency is New Zealand Dollar and the drinking age is 18 years old. Auckland accommodations are some of Oceania’s best. Before we get to Auckland accommodations, let’s take a look at some more background information on the area to help you along the way.

The name “Auckland” may have come from the Cumbric (extinct Celtic language) word “Alclud”. Auckland’s isthmus was settled sometime around 1350 AD by the Māori, who built pā, or fortified villages, on volcanic peaks. A confederation of Māori tribes, the Te Waiohua had assembled by the early-1700s. In 1741, however, the confederation disbanded following paramount chief Kiwi Tāmaki’s slaying in battle by chief Waha-akiaki of the Ngāti Whātua hapū Te Taoū tribe. Thereafter, Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei became the isthmus’ main tribe. Prior to European arrival, the Māori population reached around 20,000. Firearms having been introduced exclusively to northern tribes in the early-1800s by Sydney-based merchants and traders, tribal warfare eventually ensued. Northland tribes traded timber, flax and foodstuffs for firearms. Meanwhile, southward tribes (iwi ) still possessed more primitive weaponry such as the traditional taiaha (close-quarters staff weapon). Of course, this created an imbalance of power amongst tribes. The Māori population had dwindled by the time European New Zealanders arrived. The March 20, 1840 Treaty of Waitangi between the British Crown (William Hobson) and the North Island Māori chiefs established a British Governor of New Zealand. Auckland was founded on September 18, 1840, and a year later was officially declared New Zealand’s capital. Auckland lost its status as capital, however, in 1865 to Port Nicholson (Wellington) due to Port Nicholson’s proximity to South Island (New Zealand’s largest island). Māori rangatira (chief) Hōne Heke started a rebellion against the British in the mid-1840s. The 1845-46 Flagstaff War in Northland between the British Empire and Māori proved relatively inconclusive. Subsequently, however, the New Zealand Wars (1845-1872 ) throughout the country between Britain and Māori enabled the 1863 New Zealand Settlements Act and led to a Crown victory. Rapid expansion ensued circa the early-20th century. Prior to World War II, trams and railway lines were introduced in Auckland. Afterward came motor vehicles. Many companies relocated from Wellington to Auckland in the mid-1980s due to New Zealand’s economic deregulation, or “Rogernomics”, which impacted Auckland in particular. Around this time, 75 percent of New Zealand’s international visitors came through Auckland Airport, which naturally boosted the city’s tourism industry. By 2015, Auckland was handling 31 percent of New Zealand’s container trade through the city’s port.

New Zealand’s largest city, Auckland is home to around 1.6 million “Aucklanders”. City of Sails is surrounded by rainforest and 53 volcanic centers known as the Auckland Field. Outliers are the Hauraki Gulf (eastward), the Hunua Ranges (southeastward), Manukau Harbour (southwestward) and the Waitākere Ranges (west / northwestward). The city’s narrow stretch of land between Manukau Harbour (Tasman Sea-side) and Waitematā Harbour (Pacific Ocean-side) is known as the Auckland isthmus. The world’s largest number of Polynesians live in City of Sails. In 2019, Auckland received nearly 2.75 million international visitors. Home to an oceanic climate, Auckland experiences warm summers and mild winters. Summer high temperatures (February) average around 75 degrees Fahrenheit, while July winters stay around 59 degrees. Sea temperature ranges between 70 °F in summer to 57 °F in winter. Snowfall is rare though not impossible. Additional points of interest include Auckland CBD, Town Hall (concert hall), St Matthew-in-the-City and Westhaven Marina (southern hemisphere’s largest yacht marina). A traditional Maori cooking method, hāngi uses heated rocks in a pit-oven (umu). Local foods include fish and chips, whitebait (herring), meat pie (minced steak / beef, gravy, cheese), rewena (traditional Maori sourdough bread), lolly cake (“lolly log” – no-bake sweet dish, cookie dough-texture), pavola (meringue-based dessert) and hokey pokey (ice cream – vanilla with honeycomb toffee). Popular drinks are beer (lager, craft beer), wine and Lemon & Paeroa (lemon-flavored soft drink). With some background information on the area, we’re ready for Auckland accommodations that will help make for a memorable experience.

 

 

 

Ponsonby Manor

229 Ponsonby Road

Western Park Auckland

Guesthouse amenities: outdoor furniture, BBQ facilities, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, modern guest kitchen, guest lounge

Nearby restaurants / bars: Prego Restaurant (Italian restaurant), Gusto Italiano (Italian restaurant), Chu Thai Eatery (restaurant), Po’ Brothers (restaurant), Mekong Baby (Southeast Asian restaurant), Ramen Takara Ponsonby (ramen restaurant), Fatima’s (Middle Eastern restaurant), Rio 40 degrees (Brazilian restaurant), EST. 1901 (bar), Midnight Gardener (bar), The Whiskey (bar), Win-Win Bar (cocktail bar)

Nearby misc.: Little Bird Kitchen (café), Dizengoff (café), Little & Friday (bakery), Liquor King (liquor store), Spring Spa Ponsonby (beauty salon), Mai Day Spa (massage therapist), lululemon (athletic apparel store), Orexart (art gallery), Black Tie Group (escort service)

Witnin feet:

• • • Western Park Auckland
    • Masefield Beach
    • Home Bay Beach
    • Victoria Park Market
    • K Road
    • Westhaven Marina
    • Auckland Council

Within 1 mile:

• • • Aotea Centre
    • Aotea Square
    • SKYCITY Entertainment Group
    • Auckland Town Hall
    • NIWA National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research

Within 1.1 miles:

• • • Sky Tower

Within 1.6 miles:

• • • North Wharf

Within 1.8 miles:

• • • Auckland Domain

Within 4 miles:

• • • North Head Historic Reserve

Within 11 miles:

• • • Crater Hill Volcano

Ponsonby Manor is  11 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night (penthouse with private veranda): $131

 

 

 

Park Hyatt Auckland

99 Halsey St

National Maritime Museum

Hotel amenities: restaurant, bar, continental breakfast, outdoor swimming pool, garden, sauna, hot tub, fitness center, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, desks, 24-hour front desk, currency exchange

Nearby restaurants: Wynyard Grill Steakhouse and Wine Lounge (steakhouse), Sal’s Authentic NY Pizza, Baduzzi (Italian restaurant), Good George North Wharf (restaurant), The Conservatory (restaurant), Wynyard Pavilion (restaurant), Ceviche Bar by Besos Latinos (restaurant), The Good Luck Coconut (Asian fusion restaurant), Feriza’s (Turkish restaurant), Wander Café, Bistro and Wine Bar

Nearby misc.: Rushworth (café), The Pantry (café), ASB Waterfront Theatre (performing arts theater), Zefiro Charters Limited (boat rental service), Karanga Plaza, Emirates Team New Zealand (corporate office), Spark 5G Race Zone (exhibit)

Witnin feet:

• • • National Maritime Museum
    • Viaduct Harbor
    • Sky Tower
    • Victoria Park Market
    • Queens Wharf
    • Westhaven Marina
    • Auckland Art Gallery
    • Aotea Square

Within 1 mile:

• • • Auckland Harbour Bridge

Within 1.1 miles:

• • • Masefield Beach

Within 1.3 miles:

• • • Sentinel Beach

Within 6.1 miles:

• • • Mount Smart Stadium

Park Hyatt Auckland is 12 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night (executive suite): $3,025

Cost per person (three people): $1,008

 

 

 

 

 

FERNZ Motel & Apartments Birkenhead

23 Rawene Road Birkenhead

Nell Fisher Reserve

Motel amenities: city, harbor & tree-lined valley views, New Zealand art, photography & wood sculptures, modern furniture, quality appliances, flat-screen TVs, full kitchens, laundry facilities, electric car-charging, secure covered parking

Nearby restaurants: BBC Tasting Studio by Birkenhead Brewing Co. (restaurant), Real Burger (hamburger restaurant), Blitza Pizza (restaurant), The Mediterranean (Mediterranean restaurant), Dutch Delight (Dutch restaurant), The Good Home Birkenhead (restaurant), Moxie Restaurant, Tasty Tiny Thai Restaurant (Thai restaurant), DAKOGI Korean fried chicken, Mulan Malaysian Restaurant (Malaysian restaurant), KS Curry Place Birkenhead (Indian restaurant), The Curry Master (Indian restaurant), Kebab Serai Birkenhead (restaurant), Yummy Korean BBQ, Hayashi Japanese Restaurant, Sushi-Ya Sushi, A la Turca (Turkish restaurant), Ravenhill Cafe & Restaurant

Nearby misc.: Purrs & Beans NZ (café), Bungalo Cafe, duo (cafe), Coffix Birkenhead (coffee shop), Birkenhead Liquor Spot (liquor store), New World Birkenhead (supermarket), Fresh N Save Birkenhead (fresh food store), Bare Care (waxing hair removal service), Green Nails & Spa (nail salon), Thida Thai Massage & Beauty Spa (Thai massage therapist), Bespoke Barbers and Vintage (barber shop), Artero Tattoo Parlour (tattoo shop), F45 Training Birkenhead (North Shore – fitness center), BFT Birkenhead (fitness center), Chelsea Bay Beach, Rawene Centre (community center)

Witnin feet:

• • • Nell Fisher Reserve
    • Zion Hill Reserve
    • Chelsea Estate Heritage Park
    • Brassey Reserve
    • Birkenhead War Memorial Park

Within 1.7 miles:

• • • Auckland Harbour Bridge

Within 2 miles:

• • • Beach Haven
    • Home Bay Beach
    • Cremorne Reserve Beach

Within 2.9 miles:

• • • National Maritime Museum

Within 4.8 miles:

• • • North Head Historic Reserve

Within 7 miles:

• • • One Tree Hill

FERNZ Motel & Apartments Birkenhead is  14 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Two-Bedroom Executive Suite): $243

Cost per person (four people): $60

 

 

 

The Hotel Britomart

29 Galway Street

Britomart

Hotel amenities: fitness center, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, electric tea pots, mini-bars, safety deposit boxes, à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast, 24-hour front desk, concierge services, free bike rentals, private parking at a charge

Nearby restaurants / bars / pubs: Ortolana (New Zealand restaurant), Ahi (New Zealand restaurant), Bossi (Italian restaurant), Angus Steak House (steakhouse), BurgerFuel Customs Street (hamburger restaurant), Origine (modern French restaurant), kingi (restaurant), Mr. Morris (restaurant), alma (restaurant), The Brit Pub & Eatery (restaurant), Amano (restaurant), Everybody’s (restaurant), Gochu (restaurant), Mexico Britomart (Mexican restaurant), &SUSHI Britomart (Japanese restaurant), Mad Samurai (Japanese restaurant), Daikoku on Quay St (Teppanyaki restaurant), Aroy Thai Eatery – Commerce Street (Thai restaurant), Cafe Hanoi (Vietnamese restaurant), The White Lady (hamburger restaurant), Miann Britomart (dessert restaurant), Caretaker (bar), Brew on Quay (bar), La Fuente Wine & Mezcal Shoppe and Bar (bar), Seoul Night (bar), Mr Murdoch’s (bar), Ghost Donkey (bar), Reign & Pour (bar), The Chamberlain (pub)

Nearby misc.: KONG (night club), Roxy (night club), Snickel Lane (food court), The Store (café), Giapo (ice cream shop), La Petite Fourchette | Britomart (patisserie), Honest Chocolat (chocolate artisan), Bluebells Cakery – Commercial Bay (cupcake shop), City Farmers’ Market at Britomart, Best Ugly Bagels (bagel shop), Vlad Tichen Personal Styling (stylist), Britomart (shopping mall), Tiffany & Co. (jewelry store), Allbirds (shoe store), Deadly Ponies (handbags shop), Marbecks Records (music store), Generator (co-working space), Stanbeth House (business center), Achilles House (corporate office), Pink Street Cycling (tour operator), Pou Tu te Rangi (historical landmark)

Witnin feet:

• • • Britomart
    • Emily Place Reserve
    • National Maritime Museum
    • Old Government House Lawn
    • Parliament Reserve
    • Mahuhu Ki Te Rangi Park
    • Sky Tower

Within 1.1 miles:

• • • Auckland Domain

Within 1.3 miles:

• • • Auckland War Memorial Museum

Within 1.4 miles:

• • • Western Park

Within 1.7 miles:

• • • Masefield Beach

Within 2.8 miles:

• • • Kelly Tarlton’s Underwater World
    • Museum of Transport and Technology

Within 4.3 miles:

• • • Stardome Observatory

The Hotel Britomart is  11 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night (King Suite with Terrace – Poraenu): $1,759

 

 

 

Doubletree By Hilton Karaka

8 Hinau Road Karaka

Hinau Reserve

Hotel amenities: restaurant, bar, buffet breakfast, outdoor swimming pool, terrace, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, TVs, safety deposit boxes, 24-hour front desk, free private parking

Nearby restaurants / bars: Rosehill Takeaways (fish & chips restaurant), Pahurehure Takeaways (Chinese takeaway), Horseshoe Bar (bar)

Nearby misc.: Little Oak Karaka (coffee shop), A.Style Hair salon (hairdresser), Kuia & Korowai – Contemporary Maori Designs (artist), Karaka Pavilion (event venue), New Zealand Bloodstock (auction house), Karaka Lakes Reserve (nature preserve)

Witnin feet:

• • • Hinau Reserve
    • Anchorage Drive Reserve
    • Chichester Reserve
    • Thornton Reserve
    • Karaka Lakes Reserve
    • Wilencote Reserve

Within 4.7 miles:

• • • Auckland Regional Botanical Gardens

Within 12 miles:

• • • Howick Historical Village

Within 13 miles:

• • • Mangere Bridge (SH20)
    • Beachlands

Doubletree By Hilton Karaka is  13 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Deluxe King Suite): $406

Cost per person (three people): $135

 

 

 

Quest Takapuna

215 Shakespeare Road

Q4 Recreation Area

Hotel amenities: air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, kitchens, electric tea pots, desks, hairdryers, concierge service, luggage storage space, private parking at a charge

Nearby restaurants / bars: El Greco (Mediterranean restaurant), Tok Tok (Asian fusion restaurant), Bushman’s Grill (restaurant), Stanley Avenue Wine Bar & Bistro (restaurant), Tokki (restaurant), Golden Joy Takeaway (fish and chips takeaway), The Don Milford (Japanese restaurant), Archers Sushi, The Beer Spot (bar)

Nearby cafes: VIBE Coffee Roasters (café), Coffee Lab (café), Honey Cafe Takapuna (café), Takapuna Beach Cafe, The Milford Cafe, La Tropezienne (café), Home Cafe (café), Dear Friends (café)

Nearby misc.: Pool & Blues (pool hall), Morning Bakery, Scrunchy Millers (ice cream shop), Glengarry Wines (wine store), Simply Fresh (supermarket), Tiva Hair & Beauty (hair salon), Mango Lash (beauty salon), Takapuna Golf Course, Madloop Windsurfing School and Rentals, Milford Tennis Club, ShoreFIT Functional Training (fitness center), The PumpHouse Theatre (performing arts theater), Bruce Mason Centre (event venue), Tattoo Gold (tattoo shop), FootWise Podiatry Clinic Milford (medical center), North Shore Surgical Centre (surgeon), Thorne Beach, Takapuna Beach, Milford Beach, Smiths Bush (nature preserve)

Witnin feet:

• • • Q4 Recreation Area
    • Nile Reserve
    • A.F. Thomas Park
    • Taharoto Park
    • Bond Reserve

Within 1.3 miles:

• • • Takapuna Beach,
    • Milford Beach

Within 1.9 miles:

• • • St Leonards Bay Beach

Within 3.5 miles:

• • • Auckland Harbour Bridge

Within 4.5 miles:

• • • North Head Historic Reserve

Within 5 miles:

• • • Aotea Square

Within 15 miles:

• • • Crater Hill Volcano

Quest Takapuna is  16 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night (One-Bedroom Apartment): $228

Cost per person (three people): $76

 

 

 

 

 

Sunrise Garden Suites

10 Perekia Street

Gills Reserve

Hotel amenities: terrace, garden, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, fully-equipped kitchens, coffee machines, electric tea pots, hairdryers, free private parking

Nearby restaurants: The Albany (restaurant), Deli (restaurant), Brazilian Café & Bistro (Brazilian restaurant), Constantinople Café & Restaurant, Gao Asian Fusion (Asian fusion restaurant), Kuma’s Bowl (Japanese restaurant), Max Kitchen (Taiwanese restaurant), Take A Bao (restaurant)

Nearby misc.: Albany Village Bakery & Cafe (café), Pioneer Pies (pie shop), The Bottle-O Albany (wine store), PAK’nSAVE Albany (supermarket), Green and Grocery World The Avenue (grocery store), Thirsty Liquor (liquor store), Haven Hair Design (hair salon), Vivo Hair Salon & Skin Clinic Albany (hairdresser), Brow Love Boutique (beauty salon), Hair Kings (barber shop), Albany Village (shopping mall), The Albany Football Hub (sports complex), Albany Tennis Park, Hooton Reserve (park)

Witnin feet:

• • • Gills Reserve
    • Kell Park
    • Three Streams Reserve
    • Serenity Reserve
    • Albany Domain

Within 1 mile:

• • • Botanical Gardens

Within 3.3 miles:

• • • Browns Bay Beach

Within 4.1 miles:

• • • Long Bay Beach

Within 11 miles:

• • • Auckland War Memorial Museum
    • Kelly Tarlton’s Underwater World

Sunrise Garden Suite is  21 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Three-Bedroom Penthouse Apartment): $519

Cost per person (six people): $86

 

 

 

Auckland Waterfront Serviced Apartments

143-147 Quay Street

Sky Tower 

Apartment amenities: private balconies, flat-screen TVs, fully-equipped kitchens, coffee machines, laundry facilities, free chocolate & sparkling wine upon arrival

Nearby: FISH Restaurant, Bellini Bar (cocktail bar), Stray Travel (bus tour agency), William C Daldy Preservation Society (historical society)

Witnin feet:

• • • Sky Tower
    • Viaduct Harbor
    • National Maritime Museum
    • Queens Wharf
    • Auckland District Court
    • NIWA National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research
    • SKYCITY Entertainment Group

Within 1.4 miles:

• • • Auckland Harbour Bridge
    • Western Park

Within 1.5 miles:

• • • Masefield Beach

Within 1.6 miles:

• • • Hamilton Beach Reserve

Within 2.8 miles:

• • • Museum of Transport and Technology
    • North Head Historic Reserve

Within 4.1 miles:

• • • One Tree Hill

Within 4.5 miles:

• • • Stardome Observatory

Auckland Waterfront Serviced Apartments is  12 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night (two-bedroom apartment): $229

Cost per person (four people): $58

 

 

 

 

 

 

Echo Lodge

313 Upper Harbour Drive Greenhithe

Lynn Reserve

B&B amenities: terraces, balconies, garden, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, electric tea pots, buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast

Nearby restaurants / bars: Thai Thai Takeaway (restaurant), The Killer Bunny Cave (bar), The Haven (bar), The Collins Cafe And Bar

Nearby misc.: Little Creatures Brewing (brewery), Mandas Cakes (cake shop), Maxy’s Cupcakes (cupcake shop), Sugar Waxing Beauty Studio (beauty salon), Fairy Works – Fairy Houses (tourist attraction), Maries Dance Boutique (dance store), Beach Haven Tennis Club (tennis club), Lynn Reserve (park), Manuka Reserve (park), Eskdale Reserve (park), Shepherds Park (park), Old Wharf Lookout (scenic spot), Manuka Reserve Lookout (vista point), Beach Haven Community House (community center), Bayview Community Centre (community center)

Witnin feet:

• • • Lynn Reserve
    • Glendhu Scenic Reserve
    • Spinella Reserve
    • Manuka Reserve
    • Elliot Reserve

Within 1 mile:

• • • Manuka Neighbourhood Reserve

Within 1.1 miles:

• • • Kyle Road Esplanade Reserve
    • Pemberton Reserve

Within 1.2 miles:

• • • Palm Hill Reserve

Within 3 miles:

• • • Beach Haven

Within 3.6 miles:

• • • Milford Beach

Within 7 miles:

• • • Britomart Train

Echo Lodge is  17 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $117

 

 

 

The Grange

108 Grange Road Mt Eden

Balmoral Bowls

B&B amenities: free Wi-Fi, kitchen, coffee, full laundry facilities, books, continental breakfast, snacks & tea, secure parking

Nearby restaurants / pubs: Tasca (Spanish restaurant), BurgerFuel Mt Eden (hamburger restaurant), OOH-FA (restaurant), Jun’s Grill Fish (restaurant), Ralph’s (restaurant), Chongqing Noodles Master (restaurant), Mr Hao (Asian fusion restaurant), Yokoso Sushi (sushi restaurant), Basil Thai Restaurant, Petaling Malaysian Restaurant, The Bridgman (pub), Paasha Turkish Kitchen, Makassar Corner (Indonesian restaurant), Mr Charcoal – Mt Eden (restaurant), Maruten Ramen (Japanese restaurant), Maya Hot Pot (hot pot restaurant), Raos Indonesian Street Food (Halal restaurant), SilverLake Deep Fried Bread (restaurant), The Beer Spot (bar)

Nearby misc.: Urbanaut Brewery and Tap Room (brewery), Coffee and Tea Lovers – Mt Eden (café), Cereal Killa Cafe, Blue Rose. (café), Frasers (café), Circus Circus (café), Movenpick Dominion Road (dessert shop), Liquorland Mt Eden (liquor store), Countdown Mt Eden (supermarket), Farro Mt Eden (gourmet grocery store), Bulk Food Savings (grocery store), Commonsense Mt Eden (organic food store), Geoff’s Emporium (variety store), Pixie Party Boutique (party store), Skintopia Mt Eden (skin care clinic), The Barbers Room (barber shop), NiceGoblins (tattoo shop), Sunset Tan (tanning salon), Orangetheory Fitness Mt Eden (gym), BFT Mt Eden (fitness center), Mantells Mt Eden (wedding venue), University of Auckland, Epsom Campus, Auckland Guide Centre (historical landmark)

Witnin feet:

• • • Balmoral Bowls
    • Ballantyne Square
    • Taylors Park
    • Potters Park
    • Bellevue Reserve
    • Louis Adolphus Durrieu Reserve

Within 2.1 miles:

• • • Auckland War Memorial Museum
    • Aotea Square

Within 2.2 miles:

• • • One Tree Hill

Within 3.6 miles:

• • • Auckland Harbour Bridge

Within 5 miles:

• • • North Head Historic Reserve

Within 12 miles:

• • • Waitakere Ranges
    • Auckland Botanic Gardens

The Grange is  9 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Two-Bedroom Suite): $281

Cost per person (four people): $70

 

 

 

 

 

Hotel Fitzroy

43 Richmond Road Ponsonby Area

Brown Reserve

Hotel amenities: free Wi-Fi, 48-inch flat-screen TVs, Nespresso coffee machines, T2 teas, free mini-bars, bathrobes, slippers, Dyson hairdryers, Continental breakfast, daily complimentary hors d’oeuvres, drinks in the library, 24-hour room service, 24-hour front desk

Within feet:

• • • Brown Reserve
    • Norfolk Reserve
    • Vermont Reserve
    • Grey Lynn Pump Track
    • Western Park
    • Moira Reserve

Within 1.2 miles:

• • • Sentinel Beach
    • Masefield Beach
    • Hamilton Beach Reserve
    • Aotea Square
    • Sky Tower

Within 1.9 miles:

• • • Auckland Harbour Bridge

Within 3.8 miles:

• • • One Tree Hill

Within 10 miles:

• • • Howick Historical Village

Hotel Fitzroy curated by Fable is  11 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $383

 

 

 

 

 

The Boat House

65 Pohutukawa Avenue

Howick Historical Village

Guesthouse amenities: land / water views, barbecue, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, kitchenette with limited facilities, continental breakfast

Nearby restaurants: Windross House Restaurant, Thai Passion Fine Cuisine (Thai restaurant), Friend’s Restaurant (Chinese restaurant), Leonard’s Gourmet (Chinese restaurant), Focus On Fish (takeout restaurant), Four Square (restaurant), Palsun Howick (Asian fusion restaurant), Kingston Noodles (Chinese noodle restaurant), Guest House Restaurant (Chinese restaurant)

Nearby misc.: Perfect Bride (bridal shop), Les Mills Howick (gym), Cockle Bay Tennis Club, Cockle Bay Reserve (park), Paparoa Park

Witnin 2.8 miles:

• • • Howick Historical Village

Within 4.6 miles:

• • • Highbrook Business Park

Within 4.8 miles:

• • • Mt Wellington War Memorial Reserve

Within 5.8 miles:

• • • Otara Markets

Within 6.7 miles:

• • • Hunter’s Plaza

Within 6.9 miles:

• • • Grange Golf Course

Within 7.8 miles:

• • • Mount Smart Stadium

The Boat House is  12 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $162

 

 

 

M Social Auckland

196-200 Quay Street

Viaduct Harbour

Hotel amenities: restaurant, bar, 24-hour fitness center, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, business center

Nearby restaurants / bars: Hello Beasty (New Zealand restaurant), Oyster and Chop (seafood restaurant), VYC (Italian restaurant), White + Wong’s (Asian restaurant), Monsoon Poon (Southeast Asian restaurant), Bistro Zen (Japanese restaurant), Headquarters (restaurant), Sushi Pac (sushi restaurant), Dirty Laundry (bistro), Pointers Bar & Grill, Soul Bar & Bistro, Parasol and Swing Company (bar), Dr Rudi’s Rooftop Brewing Co. (bar), Saint Alice (bar)

Nearby misc.: Baguette & Co. (sandwich shop), Holey Moley Golf Club Auckland (miniature golf course), Beercycle Auckland (tour operator), Ocean Eagle Charters (boat rental service), Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari (whale watching tour agency), Savoy Charters (fishing charter), Market Square

Witnin feet:

• • • Viaduct Harbour
    • National Maritime Museum
    • Queens Wharf
    • Sky Tower
    • Auckland District Court
    • SKYCITY Entertainment Group

Within 1.3 miles:

• • • Auckland Domain
    • Auckland Harbour Bridge

Within 2.6 miles:

• • • Eden Park Stadium

M Social Auckland is  11 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night (harbor suite view): $635

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hotel DeBrett

2 High Street

Queens Wharf

Hotel amenities: bar, New Zealand art / photography, off-site fitness center, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, EcoStore toiletries, free continental breakfast

Nearby restaurants / bars / pubs: Le Chef (French restaurant), The Proper Pizza Company, DeBretts Kitchen (restaurant), Culprit. (restaurant), Hugo’s Bistro (restaurant), Wok’n Noodle Bar (Asian restaurant), MIGHTY HOTDOG (fast food restaurant), Cornerbar (bar), Little Culprit (bar), Vultures’ Lane (bar), The Occidental (pub)

Nearby misc.: Luna Cafe and Eatery, Bohemein Fresh Chocolates (chocolate shop), Hair Laurier (hairdresser), The Gentry (barber shop), Paris Barber (barber shop), Hava & Co High Street (barber shop), Chancery Square (shopping mall), Merchant 1948 Queen Street (shoe store), Felicitys Bridal (bridal shop), Rembrandt (men’s clothing store), Gus Fisher Gallery (art gallery)

Witnin feet:

• • • Queens Wharf
    • Auckland District Court
    • Sky Tower
    • Auckland Harbour
    • NIWA National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research
    • Auckland High Court
    • Aotea Square

Within 1.6 miles:

• • • Masefield Beach

Within 2 miles:

• • • Devonport Beach

Within 2.4 miles:

• • • Eden Park Stadium

Within 2.8 miles:

• • • North Head Historic Reserve
    • Kelly Tarlton’s Underwater World

Hotel DeBrett is  11 miles from Auckland Airport.

Approximate cost per night (deluxe suite): $637

Cost per person (three people): $212

 

 

 

 

 

So there they are, Auckland accommodations that will help make for an exciting trip. We hope you have found this information valuable and most of all, that you enjoy your time in New Zealand!