Matakawau 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 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
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
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.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour
Top hotels in Matakawau
Pullman Auckland Airport
On arrival staff were very helpful and check in was quick. Great shower and comfortable bed. Excellent location with 5 minute walk to airport check-in.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
A very convenient place for transitioning on your travels.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
The rooms were clean and the bed was comfortable. We had no cold water when we showered. Made it difficult to get in the water. We ate at the restaurant for dinner. The food is a little pricey but it was good. The shuttle was nice to have but we returned our car before our stay as we had an early ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
ibis budget Auckland Airport
Old. Needs updating. Small rooms and they claimed the mattress was a queen size bed. It was not. A double at most. I’m tall and my feet hung over the edge.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Sudima Auckland Airport
Helpful reception staff. Clean and rooms comfortable. Room service is delivered by a robot - which is fun. Only con - no food available between 12noon and 3pm at weekends, which was annoying as we'd had a long journey and were hungry and tired.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Our room was in the older part of the hotel, very small,
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Matakawau
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.
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.
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.
