Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Rotorua Māori Village and Activity Combinations from Auckland
Auckland : Rotorua Living Maori Village with Haka and Hangi Lunch
Top hotels in Waitakere
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
The Cordis is my go to for business and private travel in central Auckland. Great service and very comfortable. Staff are incredibly obliging and professional.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Was not expecting shower over a bath .. especially without assistance handles. We have always had showers. I’m sure they would have moved us if we had complained as we are both elderly. Must remember to ask next stay. Food, service and airport shuttle were excellent.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
clean room fresh food
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Great facilities and room. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Rydges Auckland
Room was clean, location was great
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
ibis budget Auckland Airport
It was clean, there was a supermarket nearby, and it was generally comfortable. For some reason, this hotel was the only one that didn't accept payment cards. I was lucky to have cash. The Wi-Fi was weak, probably because my room was on the edge, but it worked fine in the lobby.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waitakere
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.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road 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.
Viaduct Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers 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.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
