Bayswater 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.

Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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.

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.

Auckland Zoo
Just eight minutes from Auckland city centre white rhinos and a pride of lions roam. Wander safely and at your leisure amid tigers and elephants at Auckland Zoo.

Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's marina or experience its fascinating museums.
Activities

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour

Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Our pick of the best Bayswater Hotel Deals

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
We have been travelling to 6 different cities in NZ and this by far was the best hotel. Loved every thing about it from the layout of the rooms, amenities, courteous staff. The breakfast was included. It was amazing! It had the best value for your money. Well done !
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Grand Millennium Auckland
Beautifully pool!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Pullman Auckland Airport
Stayed there for one night before our flight next morning. Great room. Very quiet.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Nice stopover stay. Nice rooms and facilities. Only complaint is we booked shuttle with desk three times before it was actually put into system. When we asked to change our initial.time we were told no booking after we watched them enter it. This happened twice? As we checked next morning and told ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
I booked through hotels.com and the hotel stated free parking, which it is, just not on site. The parking is at the Casino half a blick away with a fairly convoluted process to validate etc. Nice simple clean room, nice hotel - criticism was room 813 adjacent to lifts gets lift mechanism noise all ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Novotel Auckland Airport
Stayed one night before flying out..Can only recommend it. Clean, quiet, friendly staff, close to international terminal. Would even stay longer and take the bus into Auckland.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bayswater

Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Mount Victoria while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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.

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.

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.

Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland War Memorial Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.

Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

