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City of Sails Motel

4.0 star property
Travelers relax in the peaceful garden or stay connected with complimentary WiFi while the knowledgeable staff helps plan Auckland adventures

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City of Sails Motel, near Auckland Ferry Terminal, offers a quiet retreat with a garden setting. Guests appreciate practical amenities like WiFi, laundry facilities, and secure luggage storage. Previous visitors consistently praise the staff's helpfulness.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ฿3,121
฿3,590 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Family Apartment, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Apartment, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Trundle Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Executive Triple Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Executive Triple Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Heating
Hairdryer
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Heating
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Takapuna, a neighbourhood in Auckland, is home to City of Sails Motel. ASB Waterfront Theatre and New Zealand Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Wharf and Smales Farm. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Spark Arena or Eden Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Auckland travel guide
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Map
219 Shakespeare Road, Auckland, 0620

What's nearby

  • North Shore Hospital
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Smales Farm
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake Pupuke
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Eventfinda Stadium
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Takapuna Golf Course and Driving Range
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Daldy Street Tram Stop
    8 min drive
  • Auckland Remuera Station
    12 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kfc
    15 min walk
  • McDonald's
    20 min walk
  • Burger King
    18 min walk
  • Gold Star Bakery
    3 min drive
  • Cezwe Cafe
    17 min walk

About this property

City of Sails Motel

Upscale motel near Auckland Ferry Terminal
City of Sails Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, free newspapers and tour/ticket information
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at City of Sails Motel feature comforts such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

City Sails Motel
City Sails Motel Takapuna
City Sails Takapuna
City of Sails Motel Motel
City of Sails Motel Auckland
City of Sails Motel Motel Auckland

Frequently asked questions

Is City of Sails Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at City of Sails Motel?

As of 1 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City of Sails Motel on 15 Mar 2026 start from 3121.26, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at City of Sails Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at City of Sails Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at City of Sails Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is City of Sails Motel located?

Located in Takapuna, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of North Shore Hospital and Smales Farm. Lake Pupuke and Eventfinda Stadium are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

City of Sails Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 283 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, tidy and well located. Easy onsite parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for our event. Great for hospital location an easy 4 min walk.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay

Room was very tidy and nice, easy check-in great location. Only letdown was the floor in the bathroom hadn’t been swept from previous guests
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jardyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and nice. Was easy to work out our rooms location. The jetted bath was the highlight of our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to access off motorway,staff very helpful,nice quiet unit. Would defimitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lynaire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and handy to Eventfinda stadium Staff were super friendly and helpful 😄
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Hine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was a convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay for what we needed in Auckland. Reception was very helpful and accommodating with our late check in. Great service and room was clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4 night stay in North Shore

Located near Nort Shore hospital on a busy intersection nice hotel, good customer service, nice sized rooms, great facilities with good shower and comfortable bed. Good value for money and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keziah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay at the City of Sails. Friendly receptionists, pleasant to chat with and helpful. Room as tidy and clean, super cosy bed and the jetted spa was just the icing on top of the cake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The facility was adequate. When staff was there, they were friendly; but they were hardly ever there. I looked for them several times and they never seem to come in before I left at 11 or 11:30 AM. And they were never there when I came back at 3:30 or 4:30 PM. There is not enough drawer space in the room to unpack in an organized manner. There are not enough electrical outlets for charging my devices. There is no electrical outlet near the bed so I can’t charge my batteries and use my devices while sitting in bed. There is no clock in the room. I know, I have my devices that tell me what time it is. But because I can’t have my devices near me because they have to be plugged in across the room that doesn’t do me any good at night. Also, a couple of the outlets did not work so I had to move plugs to another outlet. They forgot to clean my room on one of the days I was there. There are supposed to be laundry facilities available to customers. I could see the sign on the room where the laundry facilities are located, but my key did not fit in the lock and I could never find anyone in the office to tell me how to access those facilities. I couldn’t find much within walking distance as far as places to eat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The motel is a bit run down and doesnt look like much from the outside. But the room is large with plwnty of space, balcony, couch, table and chairs, desk and kitchenette. The room walls are very thin and unfortunately we had some very inconsiderate neighbours which let the stay down. The water pressure wasnt great but the toiletries supplied were nice. Walking distance to supermarket and eateries.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The office staff were super, patient, helpful, polite and caring.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This property was conveniently located, clean & the beds were very comfortable. We booked a room upstairs as we wanted the spa bath. The spa bath was huge but unfortunately we could not get the jets to work. We would suggest a set of instructions.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Rochelle

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and size of the room was perfect for a one night stay for a family of five. What was rude was being called after being stuck in traffic saying they were going to close if we didn’t check in by a set time. The. They weren’t even there at check out. Also, milk in fridge was off by a month. Pays to check the small things. No breakfast for the kids as a result.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely unit, really nice that we got upgraded to a spa bath. Just a couple of maintenance needs in the bathroom as the extractor fan doesn't remove the condensation hardly at all and there's grout crumbling out from the tiles. Lovely staff, we feel very well looked after
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Brian

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Repairs to bathroom gave us a headache. No forks to eat with, TV Sky info said HDMI1 after half an hour of trying it ended up working with HDMI2. Water pressure in sink was extremely low. 4/10
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff and comfortable, affordable rooms. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean and very spacious!!! Will gladly stay again!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good facility close to hospital.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay here for hospitals etc

Great motel if visiting the hospital. Everything you need and facilities for cooking. Lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Efficient friendly service . Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was okay, had some permanent or semi permanent residents in dome of the rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024