Mount Wellington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A calm harbor with several sailboats anchored in the water, a hill with a small building on top, and a town in the background.
A wooden staircase leading to a viewpoint overlooking a coastal city.

Stay near popular Mount Wellington attractions

Sylvia Park Shopping Center

8.4/10 (693 reviews)
During your visit to Auckland, you can enjoy retail therapy at Sylvia Park Shopping Center. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

NZ$53
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Picture 6 for Activity Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

NZ$58
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

NZ$39
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland: Waiheke Island Fast Ferry Pass

From Auckland: Waiheke Island Return Fast Ferry Ticket

NZ$62
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Auckland: Waiheke Island Return Fast Ferry Ticket
From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour

Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour

NZ$315
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

NZ$374
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
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Our pick of the best Mount Wellington Hotel Deals

Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre

Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre

4 out of 5
58 Waipuna Road Auckland
The price is NZ$129 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$129
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Handy location, neat and tidy room."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre
Mount Richmond Hotel

Mount Richmond Hotel

4 out of 5
676 Mt Wellington Highway Auckland
The price is NZ$119 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$119
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (968 reviews)
"It was absolutely a nice cosy atmosphere that we both needed due to the circumstances that is was good to relax an have time to heal 😊"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Mount Richmond Hotel
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 NZ$199 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$199
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,928 reviews)
"Always a very nice place to stay the courts quite difficult to get upgrades unless you’re prepared to pay"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
SkyCity Hotel

SkyCity Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner Victoria and Federal Streets Auckland
The price is NZ$197 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$197
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,178 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

SkyCity Hotel
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

4.5 out of 5
80 Wellesley Street West Auckland Auckland
The price is NZ$159 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
NZ$159
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,185 reviews)
"Very clean and convenient location"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Radisson RED Auckland

Radisson RED Auckland

4 out of 5
Lorne Street 33 Auckland Auckland
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$159 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$159
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Queen Street Shopping District ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay here - highly reccomend"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Radisson RED Auckland
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Our guide on where to stay in Mount Wellington

Find the best Mount Wellington areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Mount Wellington
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A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a historic building, and a waterfront with boats.

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 Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.

An airport control tower, airport buildings, and a cloudy sky.

Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.

A city skyline with modern buildings and a prominent tower.

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.

A modern building with a unique triangular roof design and large glass windows.

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.

A roller coaster with a loop and a Ferris wheel in the background.

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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