Botany Downs Travel Guide
Auckland
Visit Botany Downs
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.
Mount Eden
Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village.
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.
University of Auckland
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Auckland during your visit to Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Top hotels in Botany Downs
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
"There was a 30 minute wait to be checked into the hotel with queues to the door. This could have been managed by putting extra staff on in peak time. The room was clean and bed comfy. The shower roof was at my head height. I'm 6'4" so having to bend on the shower was a nuisance. The breakfast was ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
"Great location, comfortable accommodation. Stayed in a club room on 12th floor at the end of hallway. Air conditioning was non responsive room was uncomfortably cold. Once again no luggage rack or bench. At least when asked one arrived. Along with electric heater for the room. Club room was OK. More ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
"Beautiful hotel close to everything"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
"Lovely room. Very quiet and comfortable. Excellent location."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
"Excellent value for money. Well appointed rooms and excellent staff."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
SkyCity Hotel
"Stay the night for my husbands birthday in a p/suite great view lovely staff Just missing the sweet little cafe onsite to have that morning coffee Did try the coffee and pastry on Federal st, wasn’t us ended up going home to our local cafe Couldn’t fault the room or the staff Bou the concierge was ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Botany Downs
Mount Wellington
Shopping, restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Mount Wellington. Check out Sylvia Park Shopping Center or Flat Rock Reserve while you're exploring the area.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
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.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
Greenlane
Unique features of Greenlane include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Cornwall Park or One Tree Hill Domain while you're exploring the area.
Mangere
Mangere is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Otuataua Stonefields or JKs Driving Range.
