Auckland Airport Travel Guide
Auckland
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Popular places to visit
Butterfly Creek
See the exotic and native animals who call Butterfly Creek home during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Sky Tower
Gaze at the view across Auckland from the top of New Zealand’s tallest tower while dining in a rotating restaurant, or take a dive in a cable-controlled jump.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Auckland Ferry Terminal
Combining historic architecture with modern facilities, Auckland’s harbourside transport terminal is the place to embark on an adventure or simply sit with a coffee and watch the world go by.
Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's marina or experience its fascinating museums.
Auckland Zoo
The pygmy marmoset and the massive white rhino are among the rare wildlife you’ll find here, along with species from across New Zealand and beyond.
Top hotels in Auckland Airport
Pullman Auckland Airport
From the moment we arrived, the friendly staff was there to assist. Comfortable, quiet hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Super convenient being right next to the international terminal at Auckland. Meals were great at the restaurant.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
ibis budget Auckland Airport
Clean, convenient, with good supplies (coffee, milk, soap, etc.) but be prepared for a very cramped room. Two to three foot clearance around bed, 6x8" bedstand shelf, hanger on wall in lieu of closet, and miniature sink were difficult to use/manuever,
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
The room was great once we got there but definitely wouldn’t have been happy to pay extra for the upgrade if that was it. Our room wasn’t ready on arrival so we went up to get our massage that we had rebooked during the week while we waited only to find that they hadn’t booked it so we had to wait ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
We were upgraded to a suite which was great. So much room. While some of the common spaces are starting to show their age the room was great and fairly modern.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Great Hotel, we had no of the newly refurbished rooms and it was lovely, beds super comfy. Approx. 15 min walk to the Viaduct, restaurant area or a $10 Uber ride.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Auckland Airport
Mangere
Mangere is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Otuataua Stonefields or JKs Driving Range.
Manukau
Manukau is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End while in the area.
Mount Wellington
Shopping, restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Mount Wellington. Check out Sylvia Park Shopping Center or Flat Rock Reserve while you're exploring the area.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
Epsom
Unique features of Epsom include the theatres and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or ASB Showgrounds while you're exploring the area.
Mount Eden
Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mount Eden or Eden Park while you're exploring the area.
