Hillsborough Travel Guide

Auckland

Popular places to visit

Sky Tower featuring a city, central business district and skyline

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.

Sky Tower
Auckland Ferry Terminal which includes city views and a marina

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.

Auckland Ferry Terminal
Eden Park

Eden Park

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

Eden Park
University of Auckland

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.

University of Auckland
SkyCity Casino

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.

SkyCity Casino
Auckland Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Auckland Zoo

Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.

Auckland Zoo

Things to do

Piha Beach

Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland

฿3,748
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland

฿5,593
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

฿1,807
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour

Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour

฿8,246
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

฿7,016
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland

฿8,650
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
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Top hotels in Hillsborough

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

5 out of 5
83 Symonds Street, Box 2771, Auckland
The price is ฿3,258 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,258
฿3,747 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,367 reviews)
"The beautiful pool and spa amenities at this hotel make it one of the most relaxing places to take a break. Enjoy the heated pool, the snail shower, the steam room…."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
The Grand by SkyCity

The Grand by SkyCity

5 out of 5
90 Federal Street, Auckland
The price is ฿4,052 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿4,052
฿4,660 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 11 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,757 reviews)
"Very comfy rooms."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

The Grand by SkyCity
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
14 Airpark Drive, Auckland
The price is ฿2,895 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿2,895
฿3,329 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,415 reviews)
"I liked the free shuttle and the restaurant and bar manager was especially nice."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Novotel Auckland Airport

Novotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr, Auckland International Airport, Auckland
The price is ฿5,179 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿5,179
฿5,956 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,953 reviews)
"Great service"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Novotel Auckland Airport
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
63 Westney Road, Auckland
The price is ฿3,251 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿3,251
฿3,739 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,356 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed and I was upgraded without asking. I booked parking for while I am out of town which is easy and reasonably priced. The shower was good. Shuttle to the airport every half hour suited me fine."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
Corner Wyndham & Albert Streets, Auckland
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,840 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,840
฿3,266 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (886 reviews)
"This was my third time staying at HIE in Auckland , that should say it all. The staff is always welcoming, accommodating and super friendly. The entire facility is clean and that is at the top of my must-haves. Will always return here when passing through Auckland."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Hillsborough

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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.

Epsom
Mt. Eden which includes tranquil scenes and landscape views

Mount Eden

5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Mount Eden
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Ellerslie

Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.

Ellerslie
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Newmarket

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Newmarket
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Remuera

Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ellerslie Racecourse and Ellerslie Events Centre.

Remuera
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Grafton

If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.

Grafton

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