Long Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 is located at the northern end of the East Coast Bays on Auckland's North Shore.
Flanked by green hillsides and trees, Long Bay's stunning stretch of golden sand offers fun and relaxation for the whole family. Spread a blanket for a picnic, or spread out in the sun. It's safe for swimming and with plenty of room to throw a ball, fly a kite, or build a mega sandcastle the children will love it too.

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Long Bay Beach - The coastline is occupied by the Long Bay Regional Park, and the shoreline is in Long Bay-Okura Marine Reserve, which opened in 1995. The beach is sandy and swimming is safe. It offers forest walks and scenic cliffs. This beach has low tide water. Smaller beaches to the north, accessible except at high tide, are used by nudists.

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Our pick of the best Long Bay Hotel Deals

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

5 out of 5
83 Symonds Street, Box 2771 Auckland
The price is AU$160 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
AU$160
24 Apr - 25 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,674 reviews)
Unfortunately a bit of a let down. Didn’t live up to expectations.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Grand Millennium Auckland

Grand Millennium Auckland

5 out of 5
71 Mayoral Drive Auckland
The price is AU$188 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$188
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,734 reviews)
What a great location! Really positive and helpful staff .

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Grand Millennium Auckland
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

4.5 out of 5
80 Wellesley Street West Auckland Auckland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$126 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
AU$126
15 Apr - 16 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (846 reviews)
It was awesome maybe just a heater just incase it gets cold

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
SkyCity Hotel

SkyCity Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner Victoria and Federal Streets Auckland
The price is AU$169 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
AU$169
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 11 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,036 reviews)
Clean, great location, great services.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

SkyCity Hotel
The Grand by SkyCity

The Grand by SkyCity

5 out of 5
90 Federal Street Auckland
The price is AU$204 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
AU$204
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 11 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,986 reviews)
No complaints all was excellent

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

The Grand by SkyCity
Rydges Auckland

Rydges Auckland

4.5 out of 5
59 Federal Street Cnr Kingston Street Auckland
The price is AU$151 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$151
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
Lovely helpful staff. Good central location.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Rydges Auckland
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Long Bay

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
A stunning Beach in New Zealand 🇳🇿 👍🏻

Takapuna

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Takapuna. A stop by Bruce Mason Centre or Takapuna Beach might round out your trip.

Takapuna
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 Mount Victoria while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Devonport
Viaduct Harbour featuring landscape views, a city and a bay or harbor

Viaduct Harbour

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Viaduct Harbour. Check out New Zealand Maritime Museum or Princes Wharf while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Halsey Street Tram Stop to get around town.

Viaduct Harbour
Auckland CBD showing cbd and street scenes

Auckland Central Business District

4/5(4,958 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Auckland Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Auckland Central Business District
Ponsonby featuring shopping and signage

Ponsonby

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Ponsonby


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