Matakawau Travel Guide

Auckland

Popular places to visit

Sky Tower featuring a city, central business district and skyline

Sky Tower

4.5/5(92 reviews)

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.

Sky Tower
Auckland Ferry Terminal which includes city views and a marina

Auckland Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(97 reviews)

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.

Auckland Ferry Terminal
Eden Park

Eden Park

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Eden Park
University of Auckland

University of Auckland

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at University of Auckland during your visit to Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

University of Auckland
SkyCity Casino

SkyCity Casino

4/5(16 reviews)

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.

SkyCity Casino
Auckland Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Auckland Zoo

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino.

Auckland Zoo

Things to do

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

£29
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

£16
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

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

£42
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch

Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch

£177
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch
Auckland: Maritime Museum Entry Ticket

Auckland: Maritime Museum Entry Ticket

£11
per adult
Auckland: Maritime Museum Entry Ticket
Picture 1 for Activity From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Half-Day Trip with Tour

From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Trip with Guided Tour

£118
per adult
From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Trip with Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Matakawau

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 £89 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£89
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,355 reviews)
"A wonderful stay, the buffet breakfast was outstanding!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Novotel Auckland Airport

Novotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr, Auckland International Airport, Auckland
The price is £136 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
£136
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,915 reviews)
"Convenient for my travels."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Novotel Auckland Airport
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
63 Westney Road, Auckland
The price is £75 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£75
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,325 reviews)
"Could leave our car under security while we were overseas. Aitport shuttle service excellent. Restaurant facilities were excellent with very friendly staff. We were made to feel very welcome. Will stay again."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
ibis budget Auckland Airport

ibis budget Auckland Airport

3 out of 5
2 Leonard Isitt Drive, Auckland
The price is £65 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
£65
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,564 reviews)
"Air conditioner is so noisy, and cannot turn off"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

ibis budget Auckland Airport
Pullman Auckland Airport

Pullman Auckland Airport

5 out of 5
37 Tom Pearce Drive, Auckland
The price is £152 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£152
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (596 reviews)
"General comfort"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Pullman Auckland Airport
Abstract Hotel

Abstract Hotel

4.5 out of 5
8 Upper Queen Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland, Auckland
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (463 reviews)
"Easy process, good stay and very helpful staff"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Matakawau

Butterfly Creek which includes marine life

Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Auckland Airport
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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 Formula E Indoor Raceway or Villa Maria Auckland Winery.

Mangere
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Papatoetoe

You'll enjoy the gardens and live music in Papatoetoe. You might want to make time for a stop at Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building or Hunters Plaza.

Papatoetoe
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Henderson

Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.

Henderson
Rainbow\'s End which includes rides, a pool and a water park

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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Epsom

Unique features of Epsom include the theatres and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or ASB Showgrounds while you're exploring the area.

Epsom

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