Auckland
Stocked with antiques, this perfectly located, five-star Victorian house has romantic and luxurious en-suite rooms with TVs, flowers, free sherry/port and…
Must-see hotels in Auckland Region
Parnell & Newmarket
It's in an odd spot, but this set of smart, modern apartments is handy for Parnell, the city and the Domain, and if you've got a car, you're practically…
Kingsland & Mt Eden
In a leafy cul-de-sac, this bright, well-kept hostel is close to the cafes, bars and restaurants of Mt Eden village and to city buses.
City Centre & Britomart
This large newish block has spacious (if generic) family-friendly apartments with double-glazing to keep out the road noise.
Waiheke Island
Both the colourful en-suite rooms in the house and the self-contained garden units have access to decks looking onto a lush tropical garden. A renovation…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
West of Tryphena, these smart motel-style units have some wonderful sea views and helpful owners. The cheapest room doesn't lend itself to cat swinging,…
Waiheke Island
With a breezy and cool ambience inspired by classic American Cape Cod style, the Oyster Inn has just three rooms in the heart of the Oneroa shops. There…
City Centre & Britomart
This zippy budget hotel is brought to you by the Jucy car-rental company, and its lurid lime-green and plum corporate colours are much in evidence…
City Centre & Britomart
Following a late-2017 rebranding, the luxury hotel formerly called the Langham is now infused with more contemporary style as the Cordis. The service…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
This low-key backpackers is 2km from the Great Barrier Aerodrome and Claris and close to forest walks and hot springs. Covered walkways connect the…
Auckland Region
Smack-bang on the beach, this camping ground is great for those seeking an old-fashioned, cheap-as-chips, no-frills family holiday. To keep unruly teens…
Waiheke Island
This secluded hostel is surrounded by native bush and has a barbecue, stone-tiled pool, spa pool, sunny deck and casual lounge area, plus its own walking…
City Centre & Britomart
Struggle up one of the city’s steepest streets to this big, impersonal tower block near the K Rd party strip. Refurbished in late 2016, the rooms are…
Auckland
A slice of country in suburbia, this regional park is also a working farm. Facilities are limited (a vault toilet, warm showers and not much shade) but it…
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
This YMCA-run and purpose-built tower caters well to the budget market. The tiny rooms and stamp-sized bathrooms make for clean and secure accommodation…
Auckland
Set on a peaceful peninsula that's only a short ferry ride from the city, VR Takapuna offers serviced apartments with kitchens, laundry facilities and…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
Gaze across the lawn to the sea from the attractive studio units, or fight over who’s going to get the pointy room in the two-bedroom A-frame villas…
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
This low-key hostel is tucked away in a busy-by-day commercial strip, a stone’s throw from Ponsonby's shopping and grazing opportunities. The garden…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
Hidden among the trees, this three-bedroom house offers sea views, birdsong and solar power. Arm yourself with a glass of wine and stake a place on the…
Auckland
This minimotel has two units in the tidy back garden. They’re modern, clean, self-contained and in a quiet location close to Devonport's attractions.
North Auckland
This complex offers spacious, self-contained apartments, and the downstairs units have gardens and spa baths. It's only a few metres from the beach.
Waiheke Island
In Whakanewha Regional Park, this pretty but basic waterfront camping ground has toilets, outdoor cold showers, gas barbecues and drinking water.
North Auckland
Taking up a large chunk of the beach’s south end, this well-kept park has excellent facilities but road noise can be a problem.
Parnell & Newmarket
More than 100 motel rooms and units are available in this renovated complex. The newer north wing has great harbour views.
City Centre & Britomart
Clean and brightly painted, this 170-bed YHA has a friendly vibe, good security, a games room and lots of lockers.
Auckland
Head up the garden path to your own cute and cosy self-contained cottage. Weekly rates are available.
North Auckland
A basic council-run camping ground with a flush toilet and running water, right by the beach.
Hauraki Gulf Islands
Offers a booking service, which is handy for finding self-contained houses for longer stays.
Hauraki Gulf Islands
A house operated by DOC, with a full kitchen and proper bathrooms. Bring your own bedding.
City Centre & Britomart
Occupying a handsome 1911 building, this bustling backpackers has a cafe, bar, travel agency, female-only floor, and a roof deck with views, a sauna and a…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
This DOC campsite has basic facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a food preparation shelter. You need to bring your own gas cooking…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
This DOC campsite has basic facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a food preparation shelter. You need to bring your own gas cooking…
Parnell & Newmarket
You’ll get a chipper welcome from the friendly folks at this well-located motel. Rooms 3 and 4 have great harbour views and some rooms have kitchenettes;…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
This DOC hut in the Great Barrier Forest has 20 bunk beds, cold running water, chemical toilets and a kitchen and dining area with a gas cooker. Bring…
Parnell & Newmarket
There are only eight rooms available in this cosy villa on a quiet street. It’s not flash, but it’s clean enough to be homey. New carpets and a water…
City Centre & Britomart
Standards have slipped at this once-slick, central, apartment-style complex, but then so have the prices, making this an acceptable midrange option. Just…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
This DOC hut in the Great Barrier Forest has bunk beds, cold running water, chemical toilets and a kitchen/dining area. Bring your own sleeping bag and…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
This beachside campsite offers simple facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a shelter for food preparation. Open fires are prohibited so…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
This DOC campsite has basic facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a food-preparation shelter. You need to bring your own gas cooking…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
Offering basic facilities, including water, cold showers, toilets and a shelter for food preparation. Open fires are prohibited so you'll need to bring…
