Waiake 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.
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.
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 beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Auckland City Highlights Tour by Car or Van
Top hotels in Waiake
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
We loved everything about this hotel! The staff, the rooms and the pool. We’d love to stay here again!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Large, clean room with good facilities. Handy location near to CBD - about 10 min walk to downtown. Most meal and bar outlets are not in main building but across a small adjoining lane way which wasn't explained and I didn't discover until breakfast. So dinner was somewhere else. Overall, good value ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Everything we needed was in the room. The staff were friendly and helpful. We ate in The Embers and our meals were excellent. Very happy customers
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Rydges Auckland
Great location, middle of the action. Room was clean, but not particularly large. The two double beds were on castors that don't lock, so they moved around a bit. Nice gym, nice comfortable lobby. Stored bags for us which was nice service.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
Room and staff were great. The buffet breakfast was good although the bread and pastries were rather dry as if they were unwrapped too early.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
Clean room and location
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waiake
Albany
Unique features of Albany include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by North Harbour Stadium or Westfield Albany Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.
Takapuna
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Takapuna. A stop by Bruce Mason Centre or Takapuna Beach might round out your trip.
Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Devonport Chocolates while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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 Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
