North Auckland

Travel Guide

The view from the top was amazing! 👌
The view from the top was amazing! 👌
I am here on a holiday but this is the beach I grew up on pure New Zealand love
Long Bay certainly lives up to its name. This seaside reserve includes a kilometre-long sandy beach that gentle slopes down to the waters of a coastal marine reserve.
Only 20 minutes north of Auckland harbour you can spend a day on the 3 km long sandy Orewa Beach. 
Perfect place for a day trip!

Where to stay in North Auckland

A stunning Beach in New Zealand 🇳🇿 👍🏻

Takapuna

Enjoy the popular Takapuna Beach, a crescent-shaped recreational area, and explore the nightlife hub with boutique shopping, bars, and restaurants. Nearby, find Shore City Shopping Centre, featuring 63 shops and ample parking.

Takapuna
Pohutukawa blooms at Albany Lakes Reserve. Auckland.

Albany

Unique features of Albany include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by North Harbour Stadium or Westfield Albany Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.

Albany
Devonport which includes street scenes

Devonport

Shopping, restaurants, and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Devonport Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Devonport
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Browns Bay

Beaches and shopping are just a few things travelers like about Browns Bay. A stop by Browns Bay Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Browns Bay
I am here on a holiday but this is the beach I grew up on pure New Zealand love

Stanmore Bay

While Stanmore Bay might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Big Manly Beach and Little Manly Beach.

Stanmore Bay
Long Bay certainly lives up to its name. This seaside reserve includes a kilometre-long sandy beach that gentle slopes down to the waters of a coastal marine reserve.

Long Bay

Travelers like the beaches in Long Bay, and Long Bay Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Long Bay
Maxim Hotel Auckland

Maxim Hotel Auckland

4.5 out of 5
11 Davies Drive Auckland Auckland
$79 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
$92 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions North Harbour Stadium and Westfield ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (325 reviews)
tidy, good service, value for money, location.

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Maxim Hotel Auckland
The Spencer Hotel by Castle

The Spencer Hotel by Castle

4 out of 5
9-17 Byron Avenue Auckland
$126 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$146 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Auckland. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

The Spencer Hotel by Castle
Takapuna Motor Lodge

Takapuna Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
28 Taharoto Road Auckland
$78 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
$90 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Sky Tower ...
6.6/10 (628 reviews)
Room was tidy.

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Takapuna Motor Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Quest Takapuna

Quest Takapuna

3.5 out of 5
215 Shakespeare Rd Auckland Auckland
Stay at this aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
Awesome

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Quest Takapuna
Sunrise Garden Suites

Sunrise Garden Suites

3.5 out of 5
10 Perekia St Auckland Auckland
Stay at this aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions North Harbour Stadium and Westfield ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (205 reviews)
Yes to all. Best bed in 7 weeks of NZ! Very pleased!

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Sunrise Garden Suites
Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa

4 out of 5
9-13 Tamariki Avenue Orewa NZ
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Orewa. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (328 reviews)
Beautifully furnished and clean.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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