simply decorated, female-only and mixed-gender dorms feature bunk beds, lockers and fans, in addition to free wi-fi. amenities include a shared kitchen/dining area, along with a lounge and guest laundry facilities. bathrooms are shared. a minute's walk from a bus stop, this laid-back hostel along a busy city centre highway is 8 minutes on foot from the sky tower observation deck and 3 km from auckland domain park. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. parking is available (fee). private rooms are available, some with en suite facilities and/or microwaves Auckland Airport 31 min
Sky Tower (8 min) Landmark 60-story tower featuring panoramic views, bungee jumping & a high-end revolving restaurant. Aotea Square (8 min) Sculptures and statues line this open public space, sometimes used for rallies and outdoor concerts. Takarunga / Mount Victoria (22 min) Grassy volcanic hill featuring walking trails, a live music venue & panoramic harbor views. Auckland Zoo (7 min) New Zealand's largest zoo, with 130+ species & nearly 900 animals in a range of exhibits. SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium (15 min) Aquatic life habitats are explored via glass viewing tunnels, displays & shows at this site. Downtown Ferry Terminal (19 min) Landmark 1912 terminal featuring Edwardian Baroque architecture & a contemporary pier area. Albert Park (13 min) Historically significant, tree-filled park with flowerbeds, a Victorian fountain & statues. Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki (11 min) Vast array of national & international art, plus Maori works, in a château-style 1800s building. Museum of Transport and Technology (5 min) Interactive zones & exhibits on a 40-acre site including original 1877 pump house & Kiwi cars. New Zealand Maritime Museum (18 min) Museum exploring the country's seafaring history through exhibits & sailing trips on replica ships. AJ Hackett Auckland SkyJump & SkyWalk (8 min) Visitors walk around an open ledge on Auckland Sky Tower at this unique adventure destination. Auckland Domain (8 min) Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano. Auckland War Memorial Museum (9 min) A fine neoclassical building & memorial containing a permanent collection & temporary exhibits. SkyCity Auckland (7 min) Popular destination featuring a casino with over 100 table games, plus upscale restaurants & hotels. Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill (11 min) This 182m-tall volcanic peak with a road to its summit features an obelisk & an observation area. |