Matakawau Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit Matakawau
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 Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Top hotels in Matakawau
Novotel Auckland Airport
"Fantastic location next to the International terminal"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
"We came in lateish and there was quite a long queue at check in but the hotel quickly put on extra staff and got everybody sorted quickly which was great. Then we went up for dinner on the 9th floor. Great service, great food. Finally collapsed onto a super comfortable bed and slept like a baby. ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
"always a pleasure to stay here"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
ibis budget Auckland Airport
"Comfortable enough and so convenient to the airport."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
"Great hotel close to the airport. Shuttle bus service is excellent. Rooms are comfortable and clean. Very good range of food at breakfast."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Auckland Airport by IHG
"Beautiful property, friendly staff and perfect place to stay"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Matakawau
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 Sky Tower and Queen Street Shopping District, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.
Viaduct Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Viaduct Harbour. Check out New Zealand Maritime Museum or Princes Wharf while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Halsey Street Tram Stop to get around town.
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.
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.
