Hillcrest Travel Guide
Auckland
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.
Auckland Zoo
Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.
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.
Mount Eden
Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village.
Piha Beach
Clear waters, rolling surf and black sand shores are surrounded by emerald cliffs and sub-tropical rain forest at this remote beach.
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 Hillcrest
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
"The Cordis was a nice hotel with very gracious and helpful staff. Unfortunately, the original portion of the hotel (not the Pinnacle Tower) was extremely outdated and very much showing its age. Because of that, I don't believe it lived up to it's 5-star rating in numerous ways."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
"A great little break while on a tour of the North Island"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
"The hotel is new and the staff is friendly and welcoming. We really appreciated the large bathroom, the excellent gym, and the thoughtful welcome gifts such as chocolates and essential oil. Overall, the housekeeping was good, although the quality sometimes depended on the person cleaning the room. ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
The Grand by SkyCity
"Lovely room. Very quiet and comfortable. Excellent location."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
"Was nice"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
SkyCity Hotel
"Good trip. Casino and bars/restaurants were Good."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
Takapuna
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Takapuna. A stop by Takapuna Markets or Bruce Mason Centre might round out your trip.
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.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Mount Victoria while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Albany
Unique features of Albany include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by North Harbour Stadium or Westfield Albany Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.
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