Title: Orakei Travel Guide: Best of Orakei, Auckland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Orakei](https://expedia.co.uk/Orakei-Auckland-Hotels.0-n179339-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Auckland](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Auckland](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Orakei Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Orakei.d179339.Car-Hire-Guide)[Orakei Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Orakei.d179339.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Orakei Travel Guide ## Auckland ![Okahu Bay, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179339/9a80a837-fd17-4028-9ea9-f77b75c9d2eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Okahu Bay, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179339/9a80a837-fd17-4028-9ea9-f77b75c9d2eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Auckland welcomes traditional canoes. The tide is nearly in, time for these boats to set sail again .. See them next in South Pacific & Hawaii http://tvnz.co.nz/national-news/auckland-welcomes-traditional-canoes-worldwide-voyage-pictures-6194334 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/346/16f6c38f-b003-452f-8949-c657d431b6e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Views over the bay in Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/346/c0a099a1-a03b-401d-bd0b-a41437c2e977.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Auckland cityscape at sunset taken from Omaha bay wharf - right next to the Kelly Tarton Aquirium - head east out of the city on Tamaki Drive #BvsCities #auckland #cityscape](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/346/7f4c3806-86d0-4cfe-9820-041a4d811fc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Orakei Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Auckland travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland.dx178233) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sky Tower featuring a city, central business district and skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055180/2acea9de-d01f-41a3-8705-83bbbc0042e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sky-Tower-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6055180.Attraction) ![Auckland Ferry Terminal which includes city views and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227247/66bef2da-e1de-4764-9e0a-499aa4566f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Ferry Terminal Combining historic architecture with modern facilities, Auckland’s harbourside transport terminal is the place to embark on an adventure or simply sit with a coffee and watch the world go by. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Ferry-Terminal-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6227247.Attraction) ![Fog drifting over Mt Eden summit, Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055184/5144881b-acdc-42a7-a328-86297f558bce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eden Park Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eden-Park-Mount-Eden.d6055184.Attraction) ![Sunset on the Sky Tower in Auckland creating a moody backdrop. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/346/af467c93-0a67-4b10-b585-97015d85d68b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/SkyCity-Casino-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6227133.Attraction) ![Auckland CBD with Viaduct Basin in the foreground.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080549/41cebbe6-ccdb-4d0a-9ff8-4b16b89e6e58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Princes Wharf During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's marina or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Princes-Wharf-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6080549.Attraction) ![Mt. Eden featuring a high-rise building, a city and central business district](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508153/ce42b689-1f84-4457-a776-f8c870832def.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Eden Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Eden-Mount-Eden.d508153.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394656/57e3f604-2127-4f6c-ada4-5919b60dab60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch £187 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hobbiton-waitomo-caves-guided-tour-from-auckland-with-lunch.a1394656.activity-details) ![Picture 6 for Activity Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48333479/e3094070-44a6-4bd7-a012-9f276697b745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket £30 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/auckland-hop-on-hop-off-explorer-bus-ticket.a48333479.activity-details) ![Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5204887/dc8d0a64-e30d-48d4-8366-2adb0b257f19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets £42 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waiheke-island-ferry-hop-on-hop-off-explorer-bus-tickets.a5204887.activity-details) ![Auckland Harbour Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/735207/1ea6e994-40de-471b-bb83-ce3038aa3b46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Harbour Cruise £25 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/auckland-harbour-cruise.a735207.activity-details) ![Auckland Salt Cave Halotherapy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395796/1d149c9e-55ee-4d24-bdca-8f943ce30c44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Salt Cave Halotherapy £13 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/auckland-salt-cave-halotherapy.a1395796.activity-details) ![Picture 3 for Activity Auckland: Scenic Boat Cruise to the Riverhead Tavern](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50437249/959719a7-c650-42f0-ab4d-969ae8f8e546.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland: Scenic Boat Cruise to the Riverhead Tavern £16 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/auckland-scenic-boat-cruise-to-the-riverhead-tavern.a50437249.activity-details) [See all activities in Auckland](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Orakei ![Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8072/0b184964_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group 83 Symonds Street, Box 2771 Auckland Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £99 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,576 reviews) Possibly the best check in experience i've had at a hotel. Rhys couldn't have been more helpful and welcoming - a real credit to the hotel. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=8072&PinnedHotelID=8072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179339) ![SkyCity Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41000/40995/ad21af79_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SkyCity Hotel Corner Victoria and Federal Streets Auckland £122 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 11 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,996 reviews) Room was very nice and the staff was very helpful. We asked for a late checkout and they were very accommodating. It was in a great location. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=40995&PinnedHotelID=40995&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179339) ![JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/522400/522358/fe095e62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport 63 Westney Road Auckland £83 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,566 reviews) Courteous and efficient staff. Clean room. Comfortable bed. Very quiet. Excellent breakfast buffet. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=522358&PinnedHotelID=522358&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179339) ![Novotel Auckland Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4230000/4223700/4223624/15c535b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Auckland Airport 35 Tom Pearce Dr Auckland £167 26 Feb - 27 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,238 reviews) Staff was extremely courteous and friendly. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=4223624&PinnedHotelID=4223624&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179339) ![InterContinental Auckland by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95419500/95419457/3a89ede5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### InterContinental Auckland by IHG 1 Queen Street Auckland £180 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Sky Tower and Auckland Ferry Terminal are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (263 reviews) Great hotel with perfect rooms, excellent location across from the ferry terminal. Very helpful staff. Highly recommended for future stays in Auckland. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=95419457&PinnedHotelID=95419457&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179339) ![Pullman Auckland Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98523500/98523484/w3000h2237x0y13-d51b37f6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pullman Auckland Airport 37 Tom Pearce Drive Auckland £175 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (863 reviews) the room was spacious, the service staff was very helpful, and breakfast was outstanding Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=98523484&PinnedHotelID=98523484&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179339) [See all 3,357 properties in Orakei](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=179339) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Orakei hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179339&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179339&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179339&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179339&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179339&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179339&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Orakei ![View of downtown Auckland and stormclouds, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179325/6c7b2b14-2e07-4f0c-a655-87a1bde5353c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Remuera Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Remuera.dx179325) ![Auckland Domain which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508152/a0dc37cb-546d-4039-95b0-c8fe3625a4d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parnell 5/5(8 area reviews) Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Parnell.dx180396) ![Devonport which includes street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179330/4e288b3b-f137-4412-9457-5bb4c629b00b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Devonport Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Devonport Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Devonport.dx179330) ![Aerial: Newmarket motorway overpass and retail stores, Auckland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179326/73a2187a-dc8a-4a9f-b612-a0e01b54abc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newmarket Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Newmarket.dx179326) ![side of grafton bridge auckland new zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508232/c233de28-6246-4044-a037-78a5d8f5ee6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Grafton If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Grafton.dx553248635974577952) ![Auckland CBD featuring street scenes and cbd](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052693/9cb8f51f-372d-47d8-898e-4c5cb6e73884.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Auckland Central Business District 4/5(215 area reviews) Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Auckland Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city. 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