Oakleigh Travel Guide
Whangarei
Popular places to visit
Town Basin Marina
Explore the waterfront in Whangarei with a trip to Town Basin Marina. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Whangarei Quarry Gardens, a lovely green space in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Reyburn House
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Reyburn House in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Botanica & Cafler Park
You can find out about the history of Whangarei with a visit to Botanica & Cafler Park. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Claphams National Clock Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Claphams National Clock Museum during your travels in Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Whangarei Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Top hotels in Oakleigh
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Staff was excellent, the room was a little tired but fine, the best part was we had a perfect view of our boat in the harbor,
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
They called with my late arrival when I rang them to say I'd be there after hours. I used the hot plate and pot provided. It's not brand new or luxurious but is comfortable and spacious and I'll stay there again
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
The room was not great. AC was old, carpet was stained, bathroom sink was really slow to drain. Staff were very good and understanding. We only stayed one of the three nights booked. Will not go back.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Discovery Settlers Hotel
Staff
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Aaron Court Motel
Friendly and helpful, let us in as soon as she could. Clean and quiet because at the end of a cul de sac yet convenient for going places. The hob took some working out how to use! The bathroom and shower door arrangement tight!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Quest Whangarei
Great location in the centre of Whangarei. Spotless room, comfortable bed, good shower, a well equipped kitchen and friendly hosts on reception. Now the bad - this hotel lists a "Safe" in the "More" section of the information for each room type - there was no safe in my room - the hotel should really ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakleigh
Portland
While there might not be top attractions in Portland, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whangarei Art Museum and Botanica & Cafler Park.
Raumanga
When in Raumanga, you can plan a visit to Botanica & Cafler Park and Northland Event Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Port Whangarei
When in Port Whangarei, you can plan a visit to Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Onerahi
While Onerahi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina.
Maunu
If you're spending some time in Maunu, Kiwi North: Museum and Native Bird Recovery Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Morningside
While there might not be top attractions in Morningside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Botanica & Cafler Park and Whangarei Art Museum.
