bright rooms with down-to-earth decor feature wi-fi access (fee) and tvs. other amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. in a residential locale off state highway 1, this straightforward motel is an 11-minute walk from rosedale park north and 5 km from mairangi bays beaches. underground parking is free. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. upgraded rooms add whirlpool tubs. a casual restaurant serves international fare Auckland Airport 46 min
Albert Park (18 min) Historically significant, tree-filled park with flowerbeds, a Victorian fountain & statues. Snowplanet (16 min) Family facility offering indoor skiing & snowboarding on artificial snow & other activities. Downtown Ferry Terminal (22 min) Landmark 1912 terminal featuring Edwardian Baroque architecture & a contemporary pier area. Sky Tower (19 min) Landmark 60-story tower featuring panoramic views, bungee jumping & a high-end revolving restaurant. Auckland Zoo (21 min) New Zealand's largest zoo, with 130+ species & nearly 900 animals in a range of exhibits. SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium (26 min) Aquatic life habitats are explored via glass viewing tunnels, displays & shows at this site. SkyCity Auckland (19 min) Popular destination featuring a casino with over 100 table games, plus upscale restaurants & hotels. AJ Hackett Auckland SkyJump & SkyWalk (19 min) Visitors walk around an open ledge on Auckland Sky Tower at this unique adventure destination. Takarunga / Mount Victoria (24 min) Grassy volcanic hill featuring walking trails, a live music venue & panoramic harbor views. Museum of Transport and Technology (19 min) Interactive zones & exhibits on a 40-acre site including original 1877 pump house & Kiwi cars. New Zealand Maritime Museum (20 min) Museum exploring the country's seafaring history through exhibits & sailing trips on replica ships. Auckland Harbour Bridge (17 min) New Zealand's 2nd-longest road bridge, stretching just over 1km, with bungee jumping facility. Auckland War Memorial Museum (22 min) A fine neoclassical building & memorial containing a permanent collection & temporary exhibits. Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki (19 min) Vast array of national & international art, plus Maori works, in a château-style 1800s building. Auckland Domain (18 min) Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano. |