Goat Island is often on the itineraries of travelers to Auckland. But this water-surrounded land mass shouldn't be your only stop in this area. Omaha Beach is not too far away and worth exploring.
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SkyCity Hotel
Auckland Central Business District
Price was $1,354, price is now $1,166 per person
$1,166
per person
Mar 25 - Mar 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Auckland (AKL)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,887 reviews)
We really appreciated how clean, comfortable, and nicely maintained the rooms were, and the hotel’s location was definitely a highlight. It’s conveniently situated within walking distance of many restaurants, attractions, and downtown spots, which made getting around very easy.
That said, we felt the stay may be better suited for adults or older travelers rather than families with young children. In-room amenities were a bit limited — for example, drinking water wasn’t provided and we had to request it daily from the concierge. Service was fine overall, though not especially memorable.
While there are many great attractions nearby, several of the main activities (such as Weta Workshop, the Sky Tower, and the All Blacks Experience) are quite pricey, which can limit how many activities you’re able to fit into your stay — especially when traveling as a family.
We had hoped to enjoy a few specific activities with our son, including the All Blacks Experience and Andy’s Burgers at SkyCity, however both were closed on the day we stayed. This meant we had to pivot our plans last minute, which slightly impacted our overall experience (though we understand this was outside the hotel’s control).
Overall, it’s a well-located and comfortable hotel, but families with young children may want to plan carefully or consider whether the surrounding activities and amenities align with their expectations.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026


Horizon by SkyCity
Auckland Central Business District
Price was $1,426, price is now $1,213 per person
$1,213
per person
Mar 25 - Mar 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Auckland (AKL)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (603 reviews)
The staff and room was great
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Browse tours and tickets to explore Goat Island
Tours & day trips
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Goat Island Guided Snorkeling Tour for Beginners
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Private & custom tours
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Matakana Explorer Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
History & culture
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Explore gardens & galleries filled with incredible art, Matakana
Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
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Pakiri Beach
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Omaha Beach Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Omaha at Omaha Beach Golf Club. Stroll along this quaint area's beaches, or simply enjoy its bars.
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