Parakai Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sky Tower
Ascend the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand for stunning views over Auckland. Dine in the rotating restaurant or take a dive from a height of 194 metres.
Auckland Ferry Terminal
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.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
SkyCity Casino
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.
Queens Wharf
Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Queens Wharf. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Mount Eden
Pull on your walking boots and follow a trail that takes in a volcanic crater, a 19th-century prison and a quirky, creative village.
Activities
Romantic Auckland Sunset tour with Winery & Thermal pool
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Wētā Workshop Unleashed - Tour
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Our pick of the best Parakai Hotel Deals
Parakai Geothermal Motel
Just need a bit of CRC on the door. Try to open and close it and sometimes it wont open until you wiggle it backwards and forwards a bit, then it opens.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Maxim Hotel Auckland
Was well equipped for a two night stay. Hot tub needed defoamer drops. Pool needed an entry railing at the steps
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Marsden Suites Albany
Modern and clean
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Albany Oak Motel
The room was great, nice and big and very clean. Staff were very friendly, and we were lucky enough to get a late check out to accommodate our situation for the next day. 10/10
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Quality Hotel Lincoln Green
Great parking, good lighting at night felt safe when going to and from vehicle.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Ramada Suites By Wyndham Albany
Very clean room and hallways and quiet rooms with sliding door to shut off lounge area. Good location for our event in Coatesville and great price with free parking.
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Parakai
Albany
Unique features of Albany include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by North Harbour Stadium or Westfield Albany Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.
Henderson
Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios.
Takapuna
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Takapuna. A stop by Bruce Mason Centre or Takapuna Beach might round out your trip.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Grey Lynn
Restaurants, spas and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Grey Lynn. Make a stop by Ponsonby Road or Grey Lynn Paddling Pool while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Parakai Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Parakai?
- Which hotel chains are in Parakai?
- More holiday ideas
- Parakai Springs
- Parakai Aquatic Park
- Orewa Beach
- Piha Beach
- Muriwai Beach
- Trusts Stadium
- Westfield Albany Shopping Centre
- Snowplanet
- Browns Bay Beach
- AUT Millennium
- Long Bay Beach
- Waitakere Hospital
- The Hunting Lodge Winery
- Wenderholm Regional Park
- RNZAF Base Auckland
- Little Manly Beach
- Big Manly Beach
- Kumeu River Wines
- Crystal Mountain
- Bethells Beach
- Mahurangi Regional Park
- Rangitoto College
- Long Bay Regional Park
- Matakatia Bay
- Muriwai Gannet Colony
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Which hotel chains are in Parakai?
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