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

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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 Devonport Chocolates 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
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Milford

While visiting Milford, you might make a stop by sights like Milford Beach and Lake Pupuke.

Milford
Maxim Hotel Auckland

Maxim Hotel Auckland

4.5 out of 5
11 Davies Drive Auckland Auckland
The price is NZ$153 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
NZ$153
6 Mar - 7 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (338 reviews)
Room was clean. Staff members friendly. Reception staff said room number out loud for other to hear. I was also charged a $100 refundable bond on top of the cost of the room which I was no aware of at the time of booking. This bond was not on their website

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Maxim Hotel Auckland
The Spencer Hotel by Castle

The Spencer Hotel by Castle

4 out of 5
9-17 Byron Avenue Auckland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$236 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$236
3 Mar - 4 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! (1,006 reviews)
Room ok, faciities to heat a meal and decent sized fridge but only one chair so not udeal for family groups. Kids were very disappointed as both pool& spa pool out of order (peak summer season) Would have bern nice to be told at checkin rsther than discover at 0700 hrs when they excitedly put togs ...

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

The Spencer Hotel by Castle
Poenamo Hotel

Poenamo Hotel

3.5 out of 5
31 Northcote Road Auckland
The price is NZ$130 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$130
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (1,005 reviews)
It was a very clean unit and the price was very very competitive. Any further over night stays in Auckland will most definitely be at The Poenamo. Hans W. Northland.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Poenamo Hotel
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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! (117 reviews)
Staff was great, and the location easily accessible.

Reviewed on 17 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! (333 reviews)
This place is incredible! High rise tower in the center of town with views of the beach from the 4th floor pool deck! Dedicated spot in the parking ramp for your unit. We were upgraded and the upgraded unit was very nice. Nice balcony space off bedroom and living room. Large living space. I would ...

Reviewed on 20 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! (208 reviews)
Clean and nice. Excellent staff. Great view.

Reviewed on 17 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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