Blockhouse Bay Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit Blockhouse Bay
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.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's marina or experience its fascinating museums.
Auckland Zoo
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
Things to do
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Hobbiton Movie Set & Rotorua including Te Puia Tour
Top hotels in Blockhouse Bay
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
I stayed at the Cordis with a group of friends, as we were all attending Synthony in the Domain. This was my first stay at the Cordis and it will now be my go-to for all trips to Auckland. I loved everything about this hotel. The spacious rooms, the divinely comfortable “Dream Beds,” the gym facilities, ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Lovely stay - food was fantastic and staff lovely
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Enjoyed everything about this hotel. The location was great - close to attractions, but quiet. Staff were friendly. We didn’t go to the restaurant/bar, but it looked nice. The room was spacious, pillows were nice and they even had a pillow bar, bed was comfortable, everything was well decorated. ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Simple,easy to get to and convenient to stay very close to the airport, as the provide a shuttle to and from the airport.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Fantastic bartenders! Wait staff was training, so a little slow, but everyone was very nice!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Blockhouse Bay
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.
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.
Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
