North Shore Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Couple enjoying the view to North Shore Landscape from North Head Devonport, New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 624358301; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand
Couple enjoying the view to North Shore Landscape from North Head Devonport, New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 624358301; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand
The view from the top was amazing! 👌
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.
I think this is a short-beaked common dolphin. He was frolicking near our boat in the Auckland Harbour.

Where to stay in North Shore

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
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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
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
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Browns Bay

Beaches and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Browns Bay. A stop by Browns Bay Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Browns Bay
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

Travellers like the beaches in Long Bay, and Long Bay Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Long Bay
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Milford

While visiting Milford, you might make a stop by sights like Milford Beach and Lake Pupuke.

Milford
Maxim Hotel Auckland

Maxim Hotel Auckland

4.5 out of 5
11 Davies Drive Auckland Auckland
The price is AU$142 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$142
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions North Harbour Stadium and Westfield Albany ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (308 reviews)
Clean, modern, comfortable

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Maxim Hotel Auckland
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$166 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$166
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,535 reviews)
Friendly staff, nice big quiet clean rooms When management asked how our stay was, had to advise that there was no response on our two reminders about our complementary bottle of wine. Even after checking out it hadn’t been delivered. Would stay again.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
63 Westney Road Auckland
The price is AU$182 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$182
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,530 reviews)
We are vegetarians and often choice of food can be limited when travelling but chef prepared veg omelette and there was wide selection of cereals, pastries etc Airport shuttle was efficient

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
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.
Quest Takapuna

Quest Takapuna

3.5 out of 5
215 Shakespeare Rd Auckland Auckland
Stay at this aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
Great location and parking. Lovely welcoming staff.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Quest Takapuna
Sunrise Garden Suites

Sunrise Garden Suites

3.5 out of 5
10 Perekia St Auckland Auckland
Stay at this aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions North Harbour Stadium and Westfield ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (203 reviews)
Spacious apartment with good easy covered parking. Reception staff very friendly and helpful. Our apartment had issues with the washing machine and TV but a solution was found for both by reception staff. Some outdoor furniture for the enclosed patio and a clothes airer for washing would be an added ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Sunrise Garden Suites
Quest Albany

Quest Albany

4.5 out of 5
32 Kell Drive Auckland
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions North Harbour Stadium and Westfield ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (428 reviews)
Only stayed one night but suited our requirements and reasonable cost

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Quest Albany
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.

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