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!

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 Devonport Museum 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$151 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$151
1 Mar - 2 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! (320 reviews)
Best property in the area. Modern clean quiet and friendly staff. Gym and pool are a bonus.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 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 7 Mar to 8 Mar
NZ$221
7 Mar - 8 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! (1,001 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

The Spencer Hotel by Castle
Takapuna Motor Lodge

Takapuna Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
28 Taharoto Road Auckland
The price is NZ$147 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$147
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions Sky ...
6.6/10 (626 reviews)
Room was tidy.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Takapuna Motor Lodge
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! (112 reviews)
Awesome

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Quest Takapuna
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! (204 reviews)
Spacious apartment with good easy covered parking. Reception staff very friendly and helpful. Our apartment had issues with the washing machine and TV but a solution was found for both by reception staff. Some outdoor furniture for the enclosed patio and a clothes airer for washing would be an added ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Sunrise Garden Suites
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! (327 reviews)
Everything was good, clean and comfortable, just a poor bathroom layout.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa
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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