Hillsborough Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hillsborough
Stay near popular Hillsborough attractions
Activities
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour
Our pick of the best Hillsborough Hotel Deals
Solsen Flexi Stay & Motel
"Simple, clean and good value for money."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
"Excellent location"
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
"Clean tidy room, great view of the sky tower. Staff were friendly"
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Horizon by SkyCity
"Overall, we had a great stay at Horizon. The property is beautiful, everything was clean, well-maintained, and the overall atmosphere was lovely. The staff were friendly, and we really enjoyed our experience. The only disappointment was the breakfast buffet. We were expecting much more for the price. ..."
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
"Fantastic location next to the International terminal"
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
"Great stay warm friendly helpful staff. The room was clean and nicely furnished."
Reviewed on 7 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Hillsborough
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.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
