North Island

Travel Guide

Mount Manaia which includes a bay or harbor, a coastal town and mountains
Shakespeare Cliff Lookout showing a beach, a sunset and a bay or harbor
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland featuring a hot spring and mist or fog
Piha Beach showing landscape views, a sandy beach and swimming
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest which includes forests and night scenes

Where to stay in North Island

Auckland CBD which includes city views and street scenes

Auckland Central Business District

4.5/5(1,043 area reviews)

Densely developed and bustling with arts, culture, and education, this financial hub offers shopping at Commercial Bay and Queen Street, galleries like Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Convenient public transport options are available at Britomart Transport Centre.

Auckland Central Business District
Wellington which includes kayaking or canoeing and interior views

Wellington CBD

Inner-city suburb boasting high-rise buildings and the financial heart of the region, Wellington Central offers access to Civic Square, Town Hall, Central Library, and the Wellington Cable Car.

Wellington CBD
Butterfly Creek which includes marine life

Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Auckland Airport
Mount Maunganui featuring a city, a coastal town and a beach

Mount Maunganui

Mount Maunganui is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Pilot Bay Beach or Maunganui Beach.

Mount Maunganui
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Papamoa Beach

Unique features of Papamoa Beach include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Papamoa Beach or Wairakei Reserve while you're exploring the area.

Papamoa Beach
Viaduct Harbour featuring landscape views, a city and a bay or harbor

Viaduct Harbour

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travelers 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.

Viaduct Harbour
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
5 out of 5
83 Symonds Street, Box 2771, Auckland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 377 per night from May 11 to May 12
AED 377
AED 434 total
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,274 reviews)
Always excellent
"Always excellent but missing the lovely seating in the grand entrance"

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Novotel Auckland Airport
Novotel Auckland Airport
4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr, Auckland International Airport, Auckland
The price is AED 528 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
AED 528
AED 608 total
1 Jun - 2 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,714 reviews)
"I didnt like the lack of valet parking. I wasted 30 minutes driving around in circles at Lot E to find a spot that wasn't a handicapped stall. Then had to walk back to the hotel. Not a huge deal as the weather was fine but I'm an older man with COPD. We did enjoy our dinner at the hotel. The serving ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

Novotel Auckland Airport
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 281 per night from May 11 to May 12
AED 281
AED 323 total
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,440 reviews)
"Good rooms and location."

Reviewed on 4 May 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart
Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart
4.5 out of 5
2 Tapora Street, Auckland
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,026 reviews)
"This spot is ideal if you are going to the Sparks arena for an event. It’s a 10-15 minute walk to the Ferry Building & train station. Staff were friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,277 reviews)
"Amazing stay as always"

Reviewed on 4 May 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
VR Auckland City
VR Auckland City
4 out of 5
188 Hobson Street, Auckland
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,395 reviews)
"Tidy room for one night very good price plenty of nearby options to go for food only 10min walk to Airport bus convenient"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

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Hobbiton Movie Set

5/5(60 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Hobbiton Movie Set, a well-known attraction in Matamata. Discover the area's hot springs and coffeehouses.

Hobbiton Movie Set
Sky Tower showing a skyscraper, skyline and cbd

Sky Tower

4.5/5(536 reviews)

Find out about the history of Sky Tower, one of the top monuments in Auckland. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Sky Tower
Auckland Ferry Terminal featuring a marina and cbd

Auckland Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(447 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Auckland Ferry Terminal. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Auckland Ferry Terminal
Eden Park

Eden Park

4.5/5(162 reviews)

Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Eden Park
Sunset on the Sky Tower in Auckland creating a moody backdrop.

SkyCity Casino

4/5(123 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your travels in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

SkyCity Casino
University of Auckland

University of Auckland

4.5/5(178 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Auckland as part of your travels around Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

University of Auckland