Hauraki Gulf Islands
Great Barrier's most spectacular accommodation option is also one of its more remote. A 25-minute drive from Tryphena – rent a 4WD vehicle – XSPOT is a…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
Great Barrier's most spectacular accommodation option is also one of its more remote. A 25-minute drive from Tryphena – rent a 4WD vehicle – XSPOT is a…
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
Four gloriously sophisticated suites fill this spacious and sunny two-storey villa that was undoubtedly one of Ponsonby's finest homes in earlier times…
Waiheke Island
Three cabins face the main building, which houses the communal toilets, kitchen and living area, and a compact self-contained upstairs apartment. …
Waiheke Island
Dream a little dream of a luxurious, modern, spacious, open-plan two-bedroom house on the crest of a hill with unsurpassed views over Oneroa Bay and the…
Parnell & Newmarket
The Ascot's three luxurious bedrooms share a spacious apartment in a modern mid-rise block. You're in no danger of stumbling into the owners' private…
Piha Beachstay – Jandal Palace
Auckland Region
Attractive and ecofriendly, this wood-and-glass lodge has extremely smart facilities. It’s 1km from the beach, but there’s a little stream at the bottom…
City Centre & Britomart
This hip historic hotel has been zhooshed up with stripy carpets and clever designer touches in every nook of the 25 extremely comfortable rooms. Prices…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
Uniquely constructed of giant logs milled on the island, Trillium Lodge is one of Great Barrier's more distinctive accommodation options. All of the six…
Kingsland & Mt Eden
Accommodation in pretty wooden villas is what Auckland's leafy inner suburbs are all about. This one has three comfortable en-suite bedrooms, a pleasantly…
Waiheke Island
If you're going to shell out for a luxury B&B, you expect it to be special, and that's certainly what's offered here. Each of the three guest rooms have…
Kingsland & Mt Eden
The hallowed turf of Auckland’s legendary Eden Park rugby ground is only a block away, and while the rooms aren’t overly large, they mirror the Edwardian…
Waiheke Island
These three modern, self-contained studio apartments have stellar vineyard views and are handy to a couple of Waiheke's best vineyard restaurants. Check…
Auckland
Across the harbour bridge in Takapuna, the Emerald Inn is arrayed around a leafy courtyard and pool. It's just metres from Takapuna Beach, and there are…
Auckland Region
Inspired by safari tents from Botswana and Māori whare (houses), these very comfortable tents combine quiet rural locations, recycled timber construction…
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
A good-value option to experience Ponsonby's combination of heritage ambience and cosmopolitan city style, Ponsonby Manor features accommodation options…
Adina Apartment Hotel Britomart
City Centre & Britomart
Handily located for concerts and events at Spark Arena, eating and drinking in the Britomart precinct, and for harbour transport from the Ferry Building,…
North Auckland
Sitting in rural surroundings, a 4km drive from Matakana village, these three one-bedroom self-contained cottages are the ideal stylish haven for…
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
Part of the burgeoning Haka empire – also including excellent hostels and tours – this hotel in a quiet lane just off bohemian Karangahape Rd features…
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
The transformation of one of Auckland's dodgiest old pubs into a bright and shiny hostel is a modern miracle. Dorms have custom-made wooden bunks with…
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
Occupying a two-storey villa just metres from Ponsonby Rd, Auckland's second Haka Lodge has spotless double rooms, mixed and female-only dorms with…
Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour
Viaduct Harbour & Wynyard Quarter
Auckland is one of the world's great harbour cities, so it makes perfect sense to stay beside the water. In close proximity to the restaurants and bars of…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
In the north of the island, on Kawau's best sandy beach, this upmarket complex has diverse accommodation options. Choose from beachfront suites, rooms…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
A well-tended, sunny garden surrounds these reasonably priced units, perched on the hill just above Tryphena. They range from a two-bedroom house to an…
Auckland Region
Cosy cabins with bunks and a simple Kiwiana vibe stand amid regenerating native trees at this good-value option. Cabins have a fridge, toaster and kettle,…
Kingsland & Mt Eden
This spacious villa offers large, airy, well-kept rooms, all of which have bathrooms, although some of them are closet sized. The communal TV lounge,…
Auckland
Located within the industrial area edging the airport, Jet Park has comfortable rooms and a vibe that exceeds that of the average midrange airport hotel…
Medlands Beach Backpackers & Villas
Hauraki Gulf Islands
Chill out in the garden of this house on the hill, overlooking beautiful Medlands Beach. The backpackers' area is simple, with a little double chalet for…
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
In a quiet cul-de-sac near Ponsonby Rd, this deceptively spacious Victorian villa has gregarious hosts, impressive sustainability practices and great…
Waiheke Island
Between the self-contained two-person cottage at the front (pick of the lot, due to the sublimely romantic views) and the apartment and house at the rear…
Auckland
If you've driven up from the south, consider staying at this friendly little suburban motel, which is handy for the airport. From the Southern Motorway,…
Auckland
Well positioned for cafes and buses, this contemporary, neutral-toned motel has stainless-steel kitchens with dishwashers in the fancier units, and…
City Centre & Britomart
A worthy tower-block hotel offering numerous apartments over dozens of floors, ranging from studios to three-bedroom suites. Facilities include a heated…
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
Ponsonby Rd, Karangahape Rd (K Rd) and the city are an easy walk from this grand hostel, housed in two neighbouring villas overlooking the mature trees of…
City Centre & Britomart
Centrally located Attic Backpackers features good facilities and an even better vibe. White walls and plenty of windows keep everything bright and fresh,…
Auckland
There's only one double bedroom (with its own adjoining bathroom) available in this relaxing and welcoming Edwardian waterfront bungalow. The well…
City Centre & Britomart
A rash of Waldorfs have opened in recent years, all presenting similar symptoms: affordable, modern apartments in city-fringe locations. We prefer this…
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
This elegant two-storey turreted villa has a friendly vibe, sunny rooms and a nice garden area. Central Auckland is a pleasant 20-minute walk away, and…
Auckland
If you’re a sailing buff you’ll find a kindred spirit in Keith, who runs this cosy homestay with his wife, Trish. The lounge and terrace have views over…
Kingsland & Mt Eden
The original house here is a mansion of sorts, with some nicely maintained period trimmings and large grounds. The new prefab cabins have less character…
North Auckland
One of the motels lining Orewa’s main road, this refurbished complex has scrupulously clean wooden units prettied up with hanging flower baskets. There’s…