Matakawau Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit Matakawau
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
From Auckland: Waiheke Island Return Fast Ferry Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Auckland City Highlights Tour by Car or Van
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Top hotels in Matakawau
Novotel Auckland Airport
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
"Great quick check in. Generous sized room."
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
"It was great"
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
"Arriving late and tired it was easy to register, park car and find our room"
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026
ibis budget Auckland Airport
Holiday Inn Auckland Airport by IHG
"It was a great facility. There needed to be greater clarity and information given up front about the parking situation as it wasn’t until check out that I realised nobody had told me I couldn’t keep my car there whilst we were away."
Reviewed on 24 Jul 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.
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.
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.
