Title: Takanini Travel Guide: Best of Takanini, Auckland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Takanini](https://expedia.co.uk/Takanini-Hotels.d6229972.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Takanini](https://expedia.co.uk/Takanini-Holiday-Rentals.d6229972.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Takanini Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Takanini.d6229972.Car-Hire-Guide)[Takanini Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Takanini.d6229972.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Takanini Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Start of housing development on island island next to suburb of Karaka in South Auckland. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229972/b1977750-3b0f-423a-a97f-85a86bf6b04c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Start of housing development on island island next to suburb of Karaka in South Auckland. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229972/b1977750-3b0f-423a-a97f-85a86bf6b04c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Housing development on island in inlet in South Auckland Suburbs. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229972/d652f6e2-0bdc-4340-bfcc-b8c127286b0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Takanini Things to do - Top hotels in Takanini - Top Holiday Rentals in Takanini ![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 £99 8 Mar - 9 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=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=8072&PinnedHotelID=8072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6229972) ![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 £121 22 Feb - 23 Feb 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! (2,011 reviews) Yes room was very clean Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=40995&PinnedHotelID=40995&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6229972) ![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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £90 12 Feb - 13 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! (1,568 reviews) Room is big and clean, staff is super nice. Just one notice to people who want to take the yellow bus, it runs every 30 minutes, it’s quite a walk and wait while Uber doesn’t cost much and more convenient. Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=522358&PinnedHotelID=522358&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6229972) [See all 3,047 properties in Takanini](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6229972) 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. ![Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12640000/12638800/12638766/518264dc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart 2 Tapora Street Auckland Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,232 reviews) Nice room with a big balcony in a very convenient location Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Hotels-Adina-Apartment-Hotel-Auckland-Britomart.h12638766.Hotel-Information) ![Barclay Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2278200/2278166/d476d077_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Barclay Suites 74 Albert Street Auckland Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (3,867 reviews) v helpful staff. everything close by Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Hotels-Barclay-Suites.h2278166.Hotel-Information) ![Nesuto St Martins Apartment Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838700/2838650/c56d9312_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nesuto St Martins Apartment Hotel 6-12 St Martins Lane Auckland Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 7.8/10 Good! (3,449 reviews) The room was clean, tidy and we had a great view of the city and Sky tower. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The view stood out and was great being so close to the city and being so central. Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Hotels-St-Martins-Apartment-Hotel.h2838650.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Takanini](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6229972&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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 Takanini hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229972&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229972&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229972&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229972&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229972&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=6229972&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229972&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6229972&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### 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 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. [](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 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. [](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 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. [](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 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. [](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 4/5(52 reviews) During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches 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 4.5/5(34 reviews) 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 ![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 £31 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/5204887/36757d71-1806-4fd5-b22e-011544c3bac2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets £44 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: Bioluminescence Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48324416/45dfaca5-d8ca-4107-913a-36a440bb357e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland: Night Kayak Tour in Glowing Bioluminescent Waters £49 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/auckland-night-kayak-tour-in-glowing-bioluminescent-waters.a48324416.activity-details) ![Auckland Harbour Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/735207/62e91d50-5b9a-4ac6-8de3-d5cf5e1592f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Harbour Cruise £26 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/auckland-harbour-cruise.a735207.activity-details) ![Picture 5 for Activity Auckland: Coromandel Peninsula & Hot Water Beach Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4534016/66d1217d-fec4-4672-828f-54eb3f8775ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland: Cathedral Cove and Coromandel Small Group Tours £117 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/auckland-cathedral-cove-and-coromandel-small-group-tours.a4534016.activity-details) ![GoGuided Auckland City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47294990/c8c917a3-5e76-4289-ab0d-e7f13768d95a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland City Highlights Tour by Car or Van £27 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/auckland-city-highlights-tour-by-car-or-van.a47294990.activity-details) [See all activities in Takanini](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Takanini.d6229972.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Takanini ![Sky Tower showing a city, cbd and skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052693/8983defc-4575-4e41-9e88-654be3c68388.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Auckland ![Pararekau Island and Manukau Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand, aerial view. Development in 2025 of gated exclusive subdivision on the island. Motorway, Karaka, Papakura, Takanini and Ardmore in distance](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135424/79b87aae-c41e-447d-88ea-7e91fbc384da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Papakura ![New Zealand coastal landscape, summer. Karaka and eucalyptus trees grow in the dry, rolling grasslands. Okurei Point, Maketu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6228743/b2f73948-cdf4-422b-bf1f-2e1f19e8b246.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Karaka - Cities near Takanini [Auckland](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland.dx178233)[Papakura](https://expedia.co.uk/Papakura.dx6135424)[Karaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Karaka.dx6228743)[Brookby](https://expedia.co.uk/Brookby.dx553248634009921663) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app