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    Sky Tower

    Rating: 8.8/10 (5,739 reviews)

    Enjoy fine dining in a rotating restaurant, dive off the tower on a cable-controlled jump or simply enjoy the views from New Zealand’s tallest tower.

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    A stone house with a thatched roof by a lake.

    Hobbiton Movie Set

    Rating: 9.6/10 (413 reviews)

    Look inside Bilbo’s Bag End home and spot the Party Tree and Bagshot Row from the real Middle-Earth in The Lord of the Rings.

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    A misty hillside with a wooden staircase and a metal railing.

    Eden Park

    Rating: 8.6/10 (1,824 reviews)

    Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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    A wooden pier with a sign reading "Kororareka" overlooking a calm harbor with several boats.

    Bay of Islands

    Rating: 9.6/10 (254 reviews)

    Swim with dolphins, learn to sail or discover New Zealand’s fascinating history in one of the most beautiful areas in the country.

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    Waitomo Glowworm Caves

    Rating: 9.6/10 (358 reviews)

    Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Waitomo Glowworm Caves during your travels in Waitomo Caves. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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    A cityscape with a prominent tower, traffic lights, and buildings.

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    SkyCity Casino

    Rating: 8.2/10 (2,008 reviews)

    Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your travels in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

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    Spark Arena

    Rating: 8.6/10 (1,568 reviews)

    Catch an event at Spark Arena during your trip to Auckland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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    What to do in North Island

    Cape Reinga Lighthouse

    Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Paihia

    $127

    per adult

    98% of travelers recommend

    Haruru Waterfalls

    Bay of Islands Glow Worm Caves & Scenic Shore Excursion

    $138

    per adult

    94% of travelers recommend

    Family time at the Hole in the Rock

    Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch

    $122

    per adult

    90% of travelers recommend

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    Top Romantic North Island Hotels

    Rydges Rotorua

    A buffet area with various food options, including salads, fruits, and seafood.
    • Address: 10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, 3043, NZ
    • Location: 38.1 mi from North Island
    • Star rating: 4.5/5
    • Guest rating: 8.2/10 (Very good, 1193 reviews)
    • Price: $103 nightly, $119 total, Dec 15 - Dec 16, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Romantic North Island Hotels
    • Review: A great place to stay. Helpful and accomodaring staff. Very good restaurant with very good food.

    Pullman Rotorua

    A modern building with a glass facade, a prominent "Pullman" sign on the corner, and a visible entrance with a canopy.
    • Address: 1135 Arawa St, Rotorua, 3010, NZ
    • Location: 38.6 mi from North Island
    • Star rating: 5/5
    • Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 560 reviews)
    • Price: $151 nightly, $173 total, Nov 19 - Nov 20, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Romantic North Island Hotels
    • Review: This hotel was OK. It would be nice if they had more than one treadmill in the gym.

    Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

    A modern lobby with seating, a bar area, and large windows.
    • Address: 14 Airpark Drive, Auckland, 2022, NZ
    • Location: 104.9 mi from North Island
    • Star rating: 4/5
    • Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 1592 reviews)
    • Price: $96 nightly, $111 total, Dec 16 - Dec 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Romantic North Island Hotels
    • Review: Great location, free shuttle bus, great staff, beautiful room, restaurant was amazingly beautiful, our food n dessert was lovely, beautiful friendly, smiling staff. I would definitely stay here again, the price was very reasonable. Absolutely great stay.

    Hidden Lake Hotel and Apartments

    A couple in a hot tub with a view of trees outside.
    • Address: 34E Lake Street, Cambridge, Waikato, 3434, NZ
    • Location: 33.1 mi from North Island
    • Star rating: 5/5
    • Guest rating: 9.6/10 (Exceptional, 783 reviews)
    • Price: $112 nightly, $129 total, Dec 13 - Dec 14, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Romantic North Island Hotels
    • Review: Great location - beautiful park and walks behind the hotel and lots of shops and cafes close by. Breakfast was delicious and the staff we dealt with were all great.

    InterContinental Wellington by IHG

    A modern skyscraper with a prominent sign reading "INTERCONTINENTAL."
    • Address: 2 Grey Street, Wellington, 6011, NZ
    • Location: 206.9 mi from North Island
    • Star rating: 5/5
    • Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 1003 reviews)
    • Price: $145 nightly, $167 total, Dec 7 - Dec 8, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Romantic North Island Hotels
    • Review: Our late flight was cancelled so we turned up at 9.30am the next day to find our prepaid room was not available. The staff member who dealt with this lacked manners and said its the hotel policy to cancel bookings if you don't let the hotel know. We did get a room after several hours but communication was lacking.

    Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

    A room with a view of a lake, featuring a table and chairs, a lamp, and a patterned rug.
    • Address: 243 Lake Terrace, Taupo, 3330, NZ
    • Location: 35.8 mi from North Island
    • Star rating: 4.5/5
    • Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 1003 reviews)
    • Price: $125 nightly, $144 total, Dec 16 - Dec 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Romantic North Island Hotels
    • Review: The pictures in the listing need to be updated, they do not reflect how the room actually is, which is not as nice as the pictures.

    The Duke of Marlborough Hotel

    An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a bay with boats.
    • Address: 35 The Strand, Russell, 0255, NZ
    • Location: 229 mi from North Island
    • Star rating: 4.5/5
    • Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 976 reviews)
    • Price: $78 nightly, $90 total, Nov 22 - Nov 23, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Romantic North Island Hotels

    Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

    A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a white railing, and a view of the water and mountains.
    • Address: 6 Taharepa Road, Taupo, Waikato, 3330, NZ
    • Location: 35.2 mi from North Island
    • Star rating: 3/5
    • Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 702 reviews)
    • Price: $101 nightly, $117 total, Dec 16 - Dec 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Romantic North Island Hotels
    • Review: Management and staff run a tidy, friendly ship! Thank you all for making my two weeks memorable. Paul

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    How to find a romantic North Island vacation

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    To book a loved-up break in North Island, enter your travel dates and sort by price, deals, rating—whatever matters most to you and your partner. Now, you can add some adult-only amenities, like a hot tub or full-service spa for total R, R, & R (that’s romance, rest, and recuperation).

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