Surfdale Travel Guide
Auckland
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.
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.
Auckland Zoo
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience 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.
Things to do
Waiheke Island Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus
Waiheke Island: Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue
The Boutique Experience: Waiheke Best Cellar Tour (11 guests max)
Waiheke island Wine Tours - PREMIUM wine tasting MAX 11 clients !
Waiheke Island Wine Tour with Tastings & Gourmet Beachfront Lunch
Top hotels in Surfdale
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
All the staff we interacted with were all very respectful and caring and made myself and my 2 year old daughter feel at home here. The service was amazing. The hotel was so clean and more importantly it felt safe for us all.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Our experience was spoilt by the check in process. The greeting from the checkin staff was what you would expect from the US immigration service. We are from Auckland and the stay was for a special occasion. The checkin set a poor tone and things stayed that way for the rest of the stay - there was ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
SkyCity Hotel
An excellent stay. Room was larger than expected. Service was good at the front desk. Central . Would use again. Thank you
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
Clean room , friendly staff and excellent food
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Very good stay. Room is small but cozy. I got a 10 dollar food voucher everyday because I did not need room service, and what was enough to pay for my breakfast at cafe.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
The Breakfast menu could be better. It’s same every day. It’s ok for someone staying for a day. But if you are there for longer then it feels monotonous. At least 2 dishes should be different every day.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Surfdale
Oneroa
Unique features of Oneroa include the wineries and beaches. Make a stop by Oneroa Beach or Matiatia Wharf Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
Onetangi
Onetangi is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Onetangi Beach and Casita Miro.
Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Waitemata Harbour while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mount Wellington
Shopping, restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Mount Wellington. Check out Sylvia Park Shopping Center or Flat Rock Reserve while you're exploring the area.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
