City of Sails Motel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified motel in Auckland with free parking

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Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV
Front of property
Family Apartment, Multiple Beds | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Garden
City of Sails Motel, near Auckland Ferry Terminal, offers a quiet retreat with a garden setting. Guests appreciate practical amenities like WiFi, laundry facilities, and secure luggage storage. Previous visitors consistently praise the staff's helpfulness.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is £79
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept

Room options

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Family Apartment, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Trundle Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Triple Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Takapuna, a neighbourhood in Auckland, is home to City of Sails Motel. Auckland Ferry Terminal and Queens Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Queen Street Shopping District and Princes Wharf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Spark Arena or Eden Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Map
219 Shakespeare Road, Auckland, 0620

What's nearby

  • North Shore Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Eventfinda Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Takapuna Golf Course and Driving Range - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Takapuna Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • Daldy Street Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • Auckland Remuera Station - 12 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smales Farm - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪San Marco - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk

About this property

City of Sails Motel

Upscale eco-certified motel near Auckland Ferry Terminal
City of Sails Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and free newspapers
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at City of Sails Motel feature comforts such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

City Sails Motel
City Sails Motel Takapuna
City Sails Takapuna
City of Sails Motel Motel
City of Sails Motel Auckland
City of Sails Motel Motel Auckland

Frequently asked questions

Is City of Sails Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at City of Sails Motel?

As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City of Sails Motel on 18 Sept 2025 start from £78.97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at City of Sails Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at City of Sails Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at City of Sails Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is City of Sails Motel located?

Located in Takapuna, this eco-certified motel is within a 5-minute walk of North Shore Hospital and Smales Farm. Lake Pupuke and Eventfinda Stadium are also within 15 minutes.

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