Half Moon Bay Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit Half Moon Bay
Popular places to visit
Sky Tower
Enjoy fine dining in a rotating restaurant, dive off the tower on a cable-controlled jump or simply enjoy the views from New Zealand’s tallest tower.
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 Zoo
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
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.
University of Auckland
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Auckland during your visit to Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Queens Wharf
Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Queens Wharf. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Top hotels in Half Moon Bay
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
"Lovely night away for a work course, definitely a luxurious venue for our course. Breakfast was wonderful and made us feel like princesses. Staff were helpful and friendly. Pool, spa and sauna were also nice. Comfy beds, nice rooms and had everything we needed. Only annoying part was the ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
"Lovely clean hotel in a fab location within very easy walk to CBD. Great amenities in the hotel, the cafe/bar in the lobby does a great coffee and the most enormous baguette sandwiches with excellent value. Room was lovely and clean. Pool and gym were clean and well kept. Only criticism is that the ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
"The location is great. The All Black Rugby Experience is on the fourth floor of the hotel and the Sky Tower and Sky City Casino are literally across the street. Great staff and helpful."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
"Parking"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
"I recommend all is excellent"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
SkyCity Hotel
"great place to stay, affordable, central."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Half Moon Bay
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.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Mount Victoria while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
