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.
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.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Top hotels in Waiatarua
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Very attentive and courteous staff, well staffed and everything was spotless
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Great late night pick up from the airport despite past midnight. Great service and value- room spotless
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Ideal for Airport stopover only 2 mins from international terminal Excellent and helpful staff and very quiet inside hotel Airport a building site with confusing signage
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Easy to find from the airport. Friendly and helpful staff. Good service in the restaurant and a good selection of meals
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Rydges Auckland
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Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
InterContinental Auckland by IHG
Staff was very helpful. Allowed us to remain in our room until our cruise ship docked across the street from the hotel was available for boarding.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waiatarua
Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.
Grey Lynn
Restaurants, spas and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Grey Lynn. Make a stop by Ponsonby Road or Grey Lynn Paddling Pool 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.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road 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.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
