other amenities include a restaurant/bar, an outdoor pool and a gym. there's also a cocktail lounge, a spa, and meeting and event space. breakfast is available. overlooking the panmure basin, this understated conference hotel is 7 km from howick historical village and 14 km from the auckland war memorial museum. suites add separate living areas. check-in time: 10:00 amcheck-out time: 2:00 pm. some have floor-to-ceiling windows. parking is complimentary. straightforward rooms offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minifridges, plus safes, and tea and coffeemaking facilities Auckland Airport 31 min
Auckland Domain (13 min) Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano. Sky Tower (16 min) Landmark 60-story tower featuring panoramic views, bungee jumping & a high-end revolving restaurant. Albert Park (12 min) Historically significant, tree-filled park with flowerbeds, a Victorian fountain & statues. New Zealand Maritime Museum (18 min) Museum exploring the country's seafaring history through exhibits & sailing trips on replica ships. Takarunga / Mount Victoria (32 min) Grassy volcanic hill featuring walking trails, a live music venue & panoramic harbor views. SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium (19 min) Aquatic life habitats are explored via glass viewing tunnels, displays & shows at this site. Rainbow's End (13 min) Popular theme park with many rides & roller coasters for kids, costumed characters & concessions. Museum of Transport and Technology (14 min) Interactive zones & exhibits on a 40-acre site including original 1877 pump house & Kiwi cars. AJ Hackett Auckland SkyJump & SkyWalk (16 min) Visitors walk around an open ledge on Auckland Sky Tower at this unique adventure destination. Auckland War Memorial Museum (15 min) A fine neoclassical building & memorial containing a permanent collection & temporary exhibits. Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki (13 min) Vast array of national & international art, plus Maori works, in a château-style 1800s building. Auckland Zoo (17 min) New Zealand's largest zoo, with 130+ species & nearly 900 animals in a range of exhibits. Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill (13 min) This 182m-tall volcanic peak with a road to its summit features an obelisk & an observation area. Cornwall Park (10 min) This tranquil, grassy park with a cafe & creamery is popular with runners, bikers & picnickers. SkyCity Auckland (16 min) Popular destination featuring a casino with over 100 table games, plus upscale restaurants & hotels. |