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As New Zealand's largest city, there are plenty of reasons to visit Auckland at any time of year. From sports matches to wine tastings to bush walks, you'll be hard pushed to run out of things to do on a weekend or even a week.
To save you some trouble of finding accommodation in the city on top of deciding what to do, we're unleashing our top picks whether you are looking for a luxurious stay or have a tighter budget to think about.
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Up to 34% off + an extra $50 off stays with code
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Available from 24 June 2022 – 30 March 2023 on prepaid bookings. Destinations include Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Auckland and more. Minimum spend of $99 required. T&Cs apply.
Adina
1 night free on 3-night stays
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Get the 3rd night free stays until 31 December 2022 across Australia and New Zealand. T&Cs apply.
IHG AMEA
Earn up to 4x points on stays
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Available on stays until 15 December 2022 for IHG One Rewards members. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. Membership is free. T&Cs apply.
IHG AMEA
Up to 20% off advance bookings
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Available on stays until 15 December 2022 when you book 3+ days in advance. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. T&Cs apply.
Agoda
Get 10% off Oceania hotels stays
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Available on stays until 30 June 2022. Destinations include Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, Auckland, Christchurch, Fiji and more. T&Cs apply.
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Up to 60% off express deals
Available on select dates in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and more. T&Cs apply
Oaks Hotels & Resorts
Up to 30% off Australia and New Zealand getaways
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Available on stays until 30 September 2022 on destinations including The Entrance, Broome, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Auckland, Wellington and more. T&Cs apply.
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels
Up to 10% off New Zealand getaways
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Available on stays until 30 September 2022 for My Millennium members. Destinations include Queenstown, Auckland, New Plymouth and more. Membership is free. T&Cs apply.
Klook Australia
Up to 15% off New Zealand getaways
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Available on select dates in 2022. Destinations include Queenstown, Auckland, Rotorua and Christchurch. Minimum spend of $200 required. T&Cs apply.
Travelodge
Up to 15% off Australia and New Zealand escapes
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Available until 31 December 2022 and includes a complimentary bottle of wine on select properties. Destinations include Sydney, Darwin, Hobart, Brisbane, Wellington and more. T&Cs apply.
Accor Hotels
Earn up to 4x rewards points on stays
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Available on stays until 4 September 2022 on destinations include Melbourne, Adelaide, Auckland and more. Membership is free. T&Cs apply.
Accor Hotels
Earn 2x reward points on Australia and New Zealand stays
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Plus get 10% off stays until 30 September 2022 for members. Membership is free. T&Cs apply.
Hotels.com
Up to 39% off New Zealand hotels
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Available on select stay dates until 30 March 2023. Destinations include Christchurch and Auckland. T&Cs apply.
Stayz
New Zealand: Wanaka escapes from $199 per night
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Available on stays until December 2022. Sample stay is for an apartment stay.
Stayz
New Zealand: Lake Tekapo stays from $166 per night
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Available on select stay dates until December 2022. Sample stay is at Matariki Star suite.
Oaks Hotels & Resorts
10% off stays in Australia and New Zealand
Valid for MyOaks members. Membership is free and also entitles guests to late check-out and complimentary Internet use. T&Cs apply.
Swiss BelHotel
Up to 10% off staycations
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Enjoy 10% off from best flexible rates on all stays in Zest Hotels and Swiss-Belhotel properties including Sydney, Bali, Auckland, Queenstown and more. Book and stay available until 20 December 2022. T&Cs apply.
Swiss BelHotel
Up to 15% off 5 nights stays worldwide
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Available on stays until 20 December 2022 when you book a minimum of 5 days. Destinations include Australia, Indonesia, New Zealand and more. T&Cs apply.
Bookabach NZ
Auckland stays from NZD$45/night
Available on select dates in 2022. Sample stay is in Auckland CBD. T&Cs apply.
Hotels.com
Earn a free night’s stay
Stay for 10 nights at any hotel worldwide to get a free night. Must be a Hotels.com Rewards member. Membership is free. T&Cs apply.
IHG AMEA
Kids stay and eat free on Holiday Inn stays
Available on stays across Australia, New Zealand, Greece, South Africa, USA, Fiji, Maldives, Canada and more.
Priceline.com
Up to 50% off worldwide stays
Become a member and get up to 50% off hotels. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand, USA and more.
IHG AMEA
Up to 5% extra savings on stays
Sign up your email and become an IHG member to enjoy discounts and earn points or stays worldwide including Australia. T&Cs apply.
Bookabach NZ
New Zealand stays from NZD$30/night
Available on select stay dates in Auckland, Queenstown, Christchurch, Waihike Island, Rotorua and more. Sample stay is at Waihi Beach Village. T&Cs apply.
Hotwire
Extra $10 off worldwide hotels
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Stayz
New Zealand stays from $28/night
Available on select stay dates in Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Queenstown and more. Sample stay is in Waihi Beach Village. T&Cs apply.
Best Western
Free nights with Best Western Rewards points
Earn points and redeem a free night on worldwide stays. Destinations include Canada, USA and more. T&Cs apply.
Novotel
Novotel Auckland Ellerslie stays from $163 per night
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Available on select stay dates in 2022.
Luxury accommodation is all about the experience, and that will start the moment you walk through the front lobby of a 5-star hotel. One of the most impressive hotel lobbies in Auckland is at SO/ Auckland, with mannequins wearing designer outfits, a huge chandelier and Instagram-worthy spots for you to snap a photo or two.
You'll no doubt be in for an unforgettable stay in any of Auckland's 5-star hotels with rooms starting at around $300 a night. You'll notice the cleanliness, exceptional service and luxurious amenities, and wake up each morning in a bed that you'll wish you could take home with you.
5-star hotels are about much more than location, but you'll find our top picks conveniently-located in the central city. Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour is right on the waterfront making it a great spot for Auckland nightlife and daytime strolls, plus its just footsteps away from the ferry terminal if you want to head to Waiheke or Devonport. Or if you'd prefer to have easy access to the Sky Tower, casino, a theatre and numerous bars and restaurants, a stay at the SKYCITY Grand Hotel will suit you well.
Our top picks for Auckland 5-star hotels: Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour, SO/ Auckland, SKYCITY Grand Hotel Auckland
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Boutique hotels are becoming more common in Auckland thanks to their intimacy, interesting design and personal touches that can't be found anywhere else. Many are in the central city with between 25 and 200 rooms, but you can also find boutique hotels in some of the outer suburbs that cater for fewer guests. One of the largest in the CBD with 190 rooms, M Social, prides itself on distinctive hospitality with a unique design experience.
Walking into a boutique hotel like Hotel Grand Windsor or Hotel DeBrett, you'll notice the mix of classic and art deco design which extends into your bedroom or suite. Depending on the hotel you choose, each room may be decorated differently. It's not uncommon to find unique features such as bathtubs in front of full-wall windows.
Our top picks for Auckland boutique hotels: M Social, Hotel DeBrett and Hotel Grand Windsor
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Auckland can be an expensive city, and if you're a student, a couple on a budget or just looking for the cheapest possible option, there are plenty of choices in the City of Sails. Starting from just $30 a night, it's possible to find cheap accommodation in Auckland. While this is the price for a dorm bed in a hostel, it's a fraction of the cost of a hotel.
In the central city, Auckland has a number of properties catering to foreign travellers with both dorms and private rooms. Two options that we like are Haka Lodge and Attic Backpackers. It's also possible to find backpackers and lodges in the outer suburbs, and these are often cheaper than what is found in the CBD.
Alternatively, there are budget hotels scattered around the city that will give you a bed and bathroom without any nice amenities or comforts. However, this may be all that you need so check out Waldorf St. Martins Apartment Hotel if you want to save your hard-earned cash for meals, shopping and activities.
Our top picks for cheap hotels: Haka Lodge, Waldorf St Martins Apartments Hotel and Attic Backpackers
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If you like to cook your own meals and have a more homely environment, you can book private accommodation in Auckland through Airbnb or Stayz. There are homes near the centre of the city, or you can consider properties closer to nature or on Waiheke Island.
Another option is experiencing a homestay in Auckland, where you can get to know some locals and discover hidden parts of the city that you might not typically get to see.
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Opposite the international terminal, you'll find the 4-star Novotel Auckland Airport with a gym, jacuzzi, sauna and in-house restaurant. You can also try the ibis Budget Auckland Airport just a few minutes away. This 2-star hotel has free parking and an airport shuttle service.
There are 13 Accor hotels in Auckland to choose from. In the city centre you'll find:
Further afield in Ellerslie, Manukau and near the airport are:
There are many hotels within walking distance of the Viaduct. Four of the closest options include Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour, The Sebel Auckland Viaduct Harbour, M Social and CBD Viaduct Harbour Resort.
These sites let you make a refundable booking for your trip to Auckland, so there's less risk of losing the cost of your stay or deposit. Some sites only offer free cancellation on select Auckland hotels or at a slightly higher rate, so it's best to check the terms on your booking before confirming your stay.
Most sites, like Wotif or Expedia, will clearly state whether each Auckland hotel is non-refundable.
Using one of our coupon codes at these sites will save you money on your Auckland stay. Some may ask you to pay for your stay upfront rather than on arrival in order to apply the code to your Auckland booking, but the same cancellation policy does apply so if you are able to cancel, you'll be able to get refunded.
Get access to cheaper prices, collect points toward free stays and get extra perks like Wi-Fi or breakfast if you book your Auckland accommodation on sites like these:
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