North Auckland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North Auckland
Where to stay in North Auckland
Takapuna
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Takapuna. A stop by Takapuna Markets or Bruce Mason Centre might round out your trip.
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.
Devonport
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Devonport. Make a stop by Cheltenham Beach or Waitemata Harbour while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Browns Bay
You'll enjoy the beaches and shopping in Browns Bay. You might want to make time for a stop at Browns Bay Beach or East Coast Bays Leisure Centre.
Northcote
Beaches, restaurants and shopping are just a few things travellers enjoy about Northcote. Check out Waitemata Harbour or The Armory while you're exploring the area.
Stanmore Bay
While Stanmore Bay isn't home to many top sights, Arkles Bay Beach and Big Manly Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Maxim Hotel Auckland
Excellent!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Spencer Hotel by Castle
Staff are helpful and friendly, facility is fine and up to standard. Location is great,too.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Poenamo Hotel
Stayed in room 26 and was woken during the night multiple times from staff dumping glass bottles in a bin and bins being moved for emptying, was right by the large external refrigerator as well so heard that humming most of the time. Staff and ammenities are great but try to avoid that particular ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Quest Takapuna
Room was modern and bright. Bed was very comfortable, quiet location, parking on street was good. Car was needed to reach the beach and hiking paths. Great to have washer and dryer in the room.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Ocean Breeze Hotel
We’ve stayed here regularly and it’s been ok. Unfortunately this time it was too disgusting to stay. Cockroaches, used toothpick next to the bed, dirty socks left behind. A musky smell in the room. We didn’t even stay one night. When we tried to communicate this at check out on Friday night, where ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Marsden Suites Nautilus Orewa
Was great easy check in and allowed a delayed check out which we appreciated. Great views and close to shops and restaurants
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Orewa Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Orewa Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Auckland.
Takapuna Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Takapuna Beach during your travels in Auckland?
Cheltenham Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Cheltenham Beach during your travels in Auckland?
Milford Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Milford Beach during your trip to Auckland?
Sky Tower
Find out about the history of Auckland when you take a trip to Sky Tower. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
- Orewa Beach
- Takapuna Beach
- Long Bay Beach
- Eventfinda Stadium
- AUT Millennium
- Browns Bay Beach
- North Harbour Stadium
- Snowplanet
- Bruce Mason Centre
- Cheltenham Beach
- Milford Beach
- Southern Cross Hospitals
- Little Manly Beach
- Big Manly Beach
- Waitemata Harbour
- Narrow Neck Beach
- Lake Pupuke
- Shore City Shopping Centre
- Gulf Harbour Country Club
- Birkhenhead Ferry Terminal
- Arkles Bay Beach
- Long Bay Regional Park
