studios have sitting areas, and upgraded quarters add whirlpool tubs. set around a central courtyard, the low-key rooms feature wi-fi (fee), tvs and desks, plus minifridges, microwaves, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. parking is free. it's 6 km from the iconic sky tower. on a bustling corner a kilometre from state highway 1, this laid-back motor inn is a 7-minute walk from remuera train station, and 4 km from the auckland war memorial museum in auckland domain, a vibrant 75-hectare park. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. additional amenities include a furnished courtyard garden, as well as a funky japanese restaurant with a water feature. family rooms sleep 4 guests Auckland Airport 30 min
AJ Hackett Auckland SkyJump & SkyWalk (12 min) Visitors walk around an open ledge on Auckland Sky Tower at this unique adventure destination. SkyCity Auckland (12 min) Popular destination featuring a casino with over 100 table games, plus upscale restaurants & hotels. Takarunga / Mount Victoria (28 min) Grassy volcanic hill featuring walking trails, a live music venue & panoramic harbor views. Auckland War Memorial Museum (9 min) A fine neoclassical building & memorial containing a permanent collection & temporary exhibits. Auckland Domain (9 min) Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano. Downtown Ferry Terminal (14 min) Landmark 1912 terminal featuring Edwardian Baroque architecture & a contemporary pier area. Museum of Transport and Technology (10 min) Interactive zones & exhibits on a 40-acre site including original 1877 pump house & Kiwi cars. New Zealand Maritime Museum (14 min) Museum exploring the country's seafaring history through exhibits & sailing trips on replica ships. Albert Park (8 min) Historically significant, tree-filled park with flowerbeds, a Victorian fountain & statues. Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill (7 min) This 182m-tall volcanic peak with a road to its summit features an obelisk & an observation area. Auckland Zoo (13 min) New Zealand's largest zoo, with 130+ species & nearly 900 animals in a range of exhibits. Sky Tower (12 min) Landmark 60-story tower featuring panoramic views, bungee jumping & a high-end revolving restaurant. Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki (9 min) Vast array of national & international art, plus Maori works, in a château-style 1800s building. Cornwall Park (11 min) This tranquil, grassy park with a cafe & creamery is popular with runners, bikers & picnickers. SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium (13 min) Aquatic life habitats are explored via glass viewing tunnels, displays & shows at this site. |