South Auckland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rainbow\'s End which includes rides as well as a large group of people
Rainbow\'s End showing rides and a water park as well as a family
Butterfly Creek which includes zoo animals as well as a small group of people
Rainbow\'s End showing rides and interior views
Rainbow\'s End showing rides and a garden

Where to stay in South Auckland

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
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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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.

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Mangere Bridge

Travellers like the parks in Mangere Bridge, and Ambury Regional Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mangere Bridge
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Wiri

Visitors to Wiri like its theme parks and shopping, and Vector Wero Whitewater Park is a sight worth a stop.

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Māngere East

While Māngere East isn't home to many top sights, Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building and Formula E Indoor Raceway are some notable places to visit nearby.

Māngere East
Novotel Auckland Airport

Novotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr, Auckland International Airport, Auckland
The price is £137 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
£137
16 Sept - 17 Sept
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! (1,950 reviews)
"Easy and great stay at the airport. I feel rested before travel"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Novotel Auckland Airport
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
63 Westney Road, Auckland
The price is £86 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
£86
22 Aug - 23 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! (1,356 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed and I was upgraded without asking. I booked parking for while I am out of town which is easy and reasonably priced. The shower was good. Shuttle to the airport every half hour suited me fine."

Reviewed on 18 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 £64 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
£64
22 Aug - 23 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! (1,571 reviews)
"If you are looking for a budget hotel option in the airport area this is it!! Nothing fancy to the rooms but it is nice and clean and a great place to get some rest."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

ibis budget Auckland Airport
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.
The Sebel Auckland Manukau

The Sebel Auckland Manukau

4.5 out of 5
16 Lakewood Court, Manukau, Auckland
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (482 reviews)
"The restaurant food was very good. T"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

The Sebel Auckland Manukau
MCentral Apartments Manukau

MCentral Apartments Manukau

4 out of 5
17 Putney Way, Auckland
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Westfield Manukau ...
6.6/10 (757 reviews)
"Really nice apartment. Next to mall and transport. Unfortunately a few dodgy people hanging around outside the door always smoking and people completely out of it wandering around. Close to train and bus so guess thats the crowd you get."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

MCentral Apartments Manukau
Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport

Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport

4 out of 5
17 Amersham Way, Auckland
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,495 reviews)
"Nice little apartment for me and the kids to stay over night."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport
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.

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