Otara Travel Guide
Auckland
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 Otara
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
"Wonderful hotel, lovely rooms well Appointed with baths,"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
"Love everything about this hotel. From staff to room, to staff at breakfast buffet area - exceptional services 🥰❤️🙏. 100000000% recommend to everyone."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
"Absolutely fabulous hotel and value."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
"Hotel was great! Allowed for an extremely early check-in for a small fee which we were greatful for! Good walking distance to the shopping, skytower, casino, and food areas. A little far from the bridge and main strip by the water"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
SkyCity Hotel
"great place to stay, affordable, central."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Otara
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.
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.
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.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
