Orakei Travel Guide
Auckland
Popular places to visit
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.
Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
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.
SkyCity Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your time in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and 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 Orakei
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Gorgeous hotel, friendly staff, and a very pretty room. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Large, clean room with good facilities. Handy location near to CBD - about 10 min walk to downtown. Most meal and bar outlets are not in main building but across a small adjoining lane way which wasn't explained and I didn't discover until breakfast. So dinner was somewhere else. Overall, good value ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Classy with wonderful customer service
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Friendly staff, clean room, quiet, location
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
The room was clean and spacious. The bed was super comfortable. And the washroom was large with a tub and separate shower. The restaurant was great and there was a coffee bar in the lobby. Very convenient. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Lovely room and so convenient for the airport. Extremely quiet and very comfortable. Lovely breakfast too, except for very anaemic looking sausages. Hotel was very accommodating with storing our luggage upon check out until our flight later on in the day.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Orakei
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ellerslie Racecourse and Waitemata Harbour.
Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.
Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Devonport Chocolates while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
Auckland Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Auckland Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
