North Auckland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The view from the top was amazing! 👌
The view from the top was amazing! 👌
I am here on a holiday but this is the beach I grew up on pure New Zealand love
Long Bay certainly lives up to its name. This seaside reserve includes a kilometre-long sandy beach that gentle slopes down to the waters of a coastal marine reserve.
Only 20 minutes north of Auckland harbour you can spend a day on the 3 km long sandy Orewa Beach. 
Perfect place for a day trip!

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Where to stay in North Auckland

A stunning Beach in New Zealand 🇳🇿 👍🏻

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.

Takapuna
Pohutukawa blooms at Albany Lakes Reserve. Auckland.

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.

Albany
Devonport which includes street scenes

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.

Devonport
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Browns Bay

Beaches and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Browns Bay. A stop by Browns Bay Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Browns Bay
I am here on a holiday but this is the beach I grew up on pure New Zealand love

Stanmore Bay

5/5(1 area review)

While Stanmore Bay isn't home to many top sights, Big Manly Beach and Little Manly Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Stanmore Bay
Long Bay certainly lives up to its name. This seaside reserve includes a kilometre-long sandy beach that gentle slopes down to the waters of a coastal marine reserve.

Long Bay

Travellers like the beaches in Long Bay, and Long Bay Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Long Bay
Maxim Hotel Auckland

Maxim Hotel Auckland

4.5 out of 5
11 Davies Drive Auckland Auckland
The price is NZ$151 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
NZ$151
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions North Harbour Stadium and Westfield Albany ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (330 reviews)
Fantastic Hotel, great stay.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Maxim Hotel Auckland
The Spencer Hotel by Castle

The Spencer Hotel by Castle

4 out of 5
9-17 Byron Avenue Auckland
The price is NZ$221 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$221
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Auckland. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Have stayed here numerous times in the past and have always enjoyed it. This time, no parking available, the pool was out of action, the restaurant and bar was closed until further notice. Not impressed. Will be our last time staying here.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

The Spencer Hotel by Castle
Poenamo Hotel

Poenamo Hotel

3.5 out of 5
31 Northcote Road Auckland
The price is NZ$129 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
NZ$129
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
The lock to the room was almost broken was a hassle opening the door there was enough supplies to make a single cup of coffee the shower flooded the bed was on wheels on wheels why ? The dinning room chair was broken seat came flying off landing on my toe $140 for the night you think you would get ...

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Poenamo Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Quest Takapuna

Quest Takapuna

3.5 out of 5
215 Shakespeare Rd Auckland Auckland
Stay at this aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (113 reviews)
Indeed, the clean room, kitchen amenities although I never used the microwave and hot plate, but great to have that option. Was there a shower cap in the room. Maybe I missed it! Overall excellent and attentive staff. Thank you Moira

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Quest Takapuna
Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa

4 out of 5
9-13 Tamariki Avenue Orewa NZ
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Orewa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (329 reviews)
Great views from our room, the pool and spa were a plus very handy to the restaurants and shops Room was clean and tidy

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa
Sunrise Garden Suites

Sunrise Garden Suites

3.5 out of 5
10 Perekia St Auckland Auckland
Stay at this aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions North Harbour Stadium and Westfield ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (206 reviews)
Great amenities;

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Sunrise Garden Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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