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.
Queens Wharf
Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Queens Wharf. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and 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
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Top hotels in Waiatarua
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
A great hotel. Thanks to Hotels.com we managed to get a great price for our stay. The room was spacious and new. The facilities were great, albeit would be nicer if the pool access was easier. The shuttle was a great perk!
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Easy stop over spot
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Novotel Auckland Airport
Excellent , great for late night international flight arrival
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
SkyCity Hotel
Room was fine, not worth $400 per night though. Overly priced service great.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Rydges Auckland
Yes
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Horizon by SkyCity
We had a wonderful stay at Horizon by SkyCity. Room very clean, staff very friendly. Make sure you have dinner at The Grill restaurant. Food was delicious, great wine & friendly staff.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
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.
