Takapuna Travel Guide

Auckland

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a distant hill with trees.
A beach with several kayaks lined up on the shore, a distant mountain, and a clear blue sky.
A beach with clear turquoise water, people walking along the shore, and a distant pier with boats.
A beach with a grassy area, picnic tables, and a view of the ocean and a distant mountain.

Stay near popular Takapuna attractions

Smales Farm

8.4/10 (11 reviews)
During your visit to Auckland, you can do some window-shopping at Smales Farm. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Top hotels in Takapuna

Carnmore Hotel Takapuna

Carnmore Hotel Takapuna

3 out of 5
2 Rewiti Avenue Auckland
The price is ฿2,563 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿2,563
฿2,948 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (360 reviews)
"The location was awesome, close to the beach and shops. Beautiful clean rooms that smelled lovely. Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Carnmore Hotel Takapuna
The Spencer Suites By Castle

The Spencer Suites By Castle

4 out of 5
9-17 Byron Avenue Auckland
The price is ฿2,615 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
฿2,615
฿3,007 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Auckland. Enjoy a fitness centre, parking (surcharge) and a business centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"A great value studio with a fabulous view, walking distance to the centre & free on road parking from 6pm to 8am"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

The Spencer Suites By Castle
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

4.5 out of 5
80 Wellesley Street West Auckland Auckland
The price is ฿2,528 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿2,528
฿2,907 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,072 reviews)
"Great location and super clean. Will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

5 out of 5
83 Symonds Street, Box 2771 Auckland
The price is ฿3,326 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿3,326
฿3,825 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,868 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Horizon by SkyCity

Horizon by SkyCity

5 out of 5
85-93 Hobson Street, Auckland Auckland
The price is ฿3,827 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿3,827
฿4,401 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (973 reviews)
"Nice and clean hotel, we love it."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Horizon by SkyCity
Novotel Auckland Airport

Novotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr Auckland
The price is ฿6,167 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
฿6,167
฿7,092 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,368 reviews)
"Great place to overnight if you’re flying out early."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Novotel Auckland Airport
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Where to stay in Takapuna

Find the best Takapuna areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a historic building, and a waterfront with boats.

Auckland Central Business District

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Auckland Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Sky Tower and Queen Street Shopping District, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.

An airport control tower, airport buildings, and a cloudy sky.

Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.

A city skyline with modern buildings and a prominent tower.

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.

A roller coaster with a loop and a Ferris wheel in the background.

Manukau

Manukau is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End while in the area.

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Parnell

Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.

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