Sandspit Travel Guide
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Waves Motel
It was nice to have an outdoor area right outside the room with table and chairs. Convenient access to the beautiful beach just a few steps away.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa
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

Orewa Beachcomber
Just about everything we could need. Impressed with the layout of the room: lounge/diner/kitchenette with double doors to ample bedroom, then sliding door to bathroom consisting of bathtub, separate shower (large), WC and basin.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa
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

Orewa Beachcomber
Just about everything we could need. Impressed with the layout of the room: lounge/diner/kitchenette with double doors to ample bedroom, then sliding door to bathroom consisting of bathtub, separate shower (large), WC and basin.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Mangawhai Retreat Apartments
Beautiful rural location well equiped apartment, comfortable bed we loved our stay
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
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 beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Activities

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

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

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

Wētā Workshop Unleashed Tour - Auckland

Auckland City Highlights Tour by Car or Van
- Sandspit Ferry Terminal
- Omaha Beach
- Orewa Beach
- Matakana Village
- Goat Island
- Pakiri Beach
- Matakana Country Park
- Big Manly Beach
- Little Manly Beach
- Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail
- Omaha Beach Golf Club
- Tawharanui Regional Park
- Wenderholm Regional Park
- Snowplanet
- Waiwera Beach
- Shakespear Regional Park
- Mathesons Bay
- Gulf Harbour Country Club
- Mansion House
- Mahurangi Regional Park
- Long Bay Regional Park
- Scandrett Regional Park
- Te Arai Reserve
- Victor Eaves Park
- Forestry Beach
- Tiritiri Matangi Island Reserve
- Matakatia Bay





