Takapuna Travel Guide

Auckland

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a distant hill with trees.
A beach with several kayaks lined up on the shore, a distant mountain, and a clear blue sky.
A beach with clear turquoise water, people walking along the shore, and a distant pier with boats.
A beach with a grassy area, picnic tables, and a view of the ocean and a distant mountain.

Stay near popular Takapuna attractions

Smales Farm

8.4/10 (11 reviews)
During your visit to Auckland, you can do some window-shopping at Smales Farm. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Picture 6 for Activity Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

£30
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

£160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

£42
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Auckland Shore Excursion: Half-Day Guided City Tour

Auckland Shore Excursion: Half-Day Guided City Tour

£45
per adult
Auckland Shore Excursion: Half-Day Guided City Tour
1-Day Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Options

Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras

£197
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
Scenic Wine and Cheese Auckland Harbour Cruise

Scenic Wine and Cheese Auckland Harbour Cruise

£24
per adult
Scenic Wine and Cheese Auckland Harbour Cruise
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Top hotels in Takapuna

The Spencer Suites By Castle

The Spencer Suites By Castle

4 out of 5
9-17 Byron Avenue Auckland
The price is £67 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
£67
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Auckland. Enjoy a fitness centre, parking (surcharge) and a business centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Good stay"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

The Spencer Suites By Castle
Carnmore Hotel Takapuna

Carnmore Hotel Takapuna

3 out of 5
2 Rewiti Avenue Auckland
The price is £66 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
£66
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Carnmore Hotel Takapuna
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

5 out of 5
83 Symonds Street, Box 2771 Auckland
The price is £86 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£86
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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. ...
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

4.5 out of 5
80 Wellesley Street West Auckland Auckland
The price is £65 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£65
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Sky Tower and SkyCity Casino are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,102 reviews)
"This Hotel was beyond my expectations. I have stayed at other hotels in Auckland over recent years and the luxury this hotel emanates was above what we expected. Staff were accomodating in every which way, whether that was directions, food recommendations etc. All processes were smooth, check in/check ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Novotel Auckland Airport

Novotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr Auckland
The price is £173 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
£173
21 Aug - 22 Aug
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 ...
Novotel Auckland Airport
Grand Millennium Auckland

Grand Millennium Auckland

5 out of 5
71 Mayoral Drive Auckland
The price is £82 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£82
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Grand Millennium Auckland
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Where to stay in Takapuna

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A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a historic building, and a waterfront with boats.

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.

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Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

A roller coaster with a loop and a Ferris wheel in the background.

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.

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Parnell

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.

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