Wattle Downs Travel Guide

Auckland

Popular places to visit

Sky Tower featuring a city, central business district and skyline

Sky Tower

4.5/5(92 reviews)

Find out about the history of Sky Tower, one of the top monuments in Auckland. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

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

Auckland Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(97 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Auckland Ferry Terminal. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

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
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
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
Auckland Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Auckland Zoo

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Meet the animals who call Auckland Zoo home during your travels in Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Auckland Zoo

Top hotels in Wattle Downs

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 2.502.846 ₫ per night from 18 May to 19 May
2.502.846 ₫
2.878.273 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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! (1,259 reviews)
"Loved the buffet breakfast. Best in New Zealand so far. Mini suite was so comfortable. Enjoyed the complimentary bottle of wine (Expedia) gold member. Very clean room and hotel Spa is not peaceful. Jacuzzi is outside by the pool and filled with kids. Had a nice massage but you don’t get the whole ..."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 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 4.082.181 ₫ per night from 11 May to 12 May
4.082.181 ₫
4.694.508 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
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! (1,655 reviews)
"Great location and staff"

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

Novotel Auckland Airport
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
4.5 out of 5
63 Westney Road, Auckland
The price is 2.663.402 ₫ per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
2.663.402 ₫
3.062.974 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,167 reviews)
"It was overall of a good standard. Room nice, Customer service excellent. Checking in easy, Shuttle bus good, and bar and restaurant excellent Value good. Happy to reccommend."

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2025

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
SkyCity Hotel
SkyCity Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Corner Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland
The price is 2.719.000 ₫ per night from 19 May to 20 May
2.719.000 ₫
3.126.850 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4.5-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,701 reviews)
"Great location in Auckland. Shuttle to airport, walkable to all CBD attractions."

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2025

SkyCity Hotel
The Grand by SkyCity
The Grand by SkyCity
5 out of 5
90 Federal Street, Auckland
The price is 3.094.427 ₫ per night from 4 May to 5 May
3.094.427 ₫
3.558.591 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 11 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,619 reviews)
"Great stay, nice rooms, awesome pool and spa and lovely buffet breakfast. The hotel could offer free or $10 parking for guests."

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

The Grand by SkyCity
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG
4 out of 5
Corner Wyndham & Albert Streets, Auckland
The price is 2.342.235 ₫ per night from 12 May to 13 May
2.342.235 ₫
2.693.570 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (779 reviews)
"Very coean"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Wattle Downs

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.

Manukau
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 Villa Maria Auckland Winery or Otuataua Stonefields.

Mangere
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Mount Wellington

Shopping, restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Mount Wellington. Check out Sylvia Park Shopping Center or Flat Rock Reserve while you're exploring the area.

Mount Wellington
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Ellerslie

Restaurants, shopping and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.

Ellerslie
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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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