Penrose 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.
Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Mount Eden
Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village.
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
2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Top hotels in Penrose
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Another fabulous stay - friendly helpful staff, lovely room and amenities. Appreciated the complementary treats
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Friendly and helpful staff, swimming pool and fitness centre were great. Very much enjoyed the breakfast, but thought a surcharge on a public holiday was not great for a busy international hotel chain
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Staff are professional, friendly and helpful. Hotel room was clean and breakfast buffet had a lot of options to suit GF requirements.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Lovely hotel right next to the airport. Great way to finish our five week trip around NZ.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Good hotel for access to the airport. Very good shuttle service. In industrial area. Limited choices for buffet breakfast.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Hotel very good overall. Signposting from the domestic terminal could be better
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Penrose
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
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.
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.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ellerslie Racecourse and Ellerslie Events Centre.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
