Matakawau Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit Matakawau
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour
From Auckland: Waiheke Island Return Fast Ferry Ticket
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
Top hotels in Matakawau
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
"We always enjoy the meals at the Jetpark restaurant. Along with the shuttle to and from the airport makes for a relaxed stay."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
"The closeness to the end of a flight was a blessing, Ab added bonus was the warm welcome by the staff. We enjoyed our Dinner in the restaurant and slept very well in your lovely soft beds"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
"Great hotel approx 10 mins via their shuttle from the airport. Clean and comfortable rooms. Quick and easy check in. Would definitely stay again if transiting through Auckland Airport."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026
ibis budget Auckland Airport
"This is a great place to stay if you are looking for somewhere close to the airport and a good restaurant next door. The rooms are small but are always very clean with all you need for a one night stay. Thanks."
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026
Sudima Auckland Airport
"The dinner experience was absolutely terrible, first they frowned because we were a party of three and apparently they didn’t want to put 2 tables together. So they seated us at a small table for 2 with an extra chair, but apparently they didn’t want manager realised the stupidity and they moved ..."
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Matakawau
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.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland War Memorial Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.
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.
