South Auckland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rainbow\'s End showing rides as well as a large group of people
Rainbow\'s End showing rides as well as a large group of people
Rainbow\'s End which includes a water park and rides as well as a family
Butterfly Creek featuring zoo animals as well as a small group of people
Rainbow\'s End featuring rides and interior views

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Where to stay in South Auckland

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Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.

Auckland Airport
Rainbow\'s End which includes rides as well as a small group of people

Manukau

Manukau is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End while in the area.

Manukau
People on the Nga Hau Mangere Bridge in the Manukau Harbour, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand.

Mangere

Mangere is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Otuataua Stonefields or JKs Driving Range.

Mangere
Aerial view of Ambury Farm in the suburb of Mangere Bridge, Auckland, New Zealand

Mangere Bridge

Travellers like the parks in Mangere Bridge, and Ambury Regional Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mangere Bridge
Pohutukawa trees in flower along the Manukau Harbour, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand

Wiri

You'll enjoy the theme parks and shopping in Wiri. You might want to make time for a stop at Vector Wero Whitewater Park or Colin Dale Park KartSport.

Wiri
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Māngere East

While Māngere East isn't home to many top sights, Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building and Hunters Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.

Māngere East
Pullman Auckland Airport

Pullman Auckland Airport

5 out of 5
37 Tom Pearce Drive Auckland
The price is AU$293 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$293
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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 in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (929 reviews)
Stayed there for one night before our flight next morning. Great room. Very quiet.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Pullman Auckland Airport
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
14 Airpark Drive Auckland
The price is AU$209 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$209
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,495 reviews)
The room was clean and the bed and pillows comfortable. We would have rated it higher but we had problems with the shuttle pickup at the airport. We waited almost an hour and called 3 times for pickup.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Novotel Auckland Airport

Novotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr Auckland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$294 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$294
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,265 reviews)
The actual best if you need refuge before your flight and super flexible with check out where they can accomodate.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Novotel 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.
The Sebel Auckland Manukau

The Sebel Auckland Manukau

4.5 out of 5
16 Lakewood Court Auckland
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (530 reviews)
Very friendly and helpful front desk staff and excellent location. Room comfy and quiet and i appreciated the microwave and coffee espresso machine. There were a couple of stains on carpet and I think there should have been more milk and kitchen accessories available eg bottle opener and spoons to ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Sebel Auckland Manukau
MCentral Apartments Manukau

MCentral Apartments Manukau

4 out of 5
17 Putney Way Auckland
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Westfield Manukau City ...
6.8/10 (826 reviews)
Very basic but comfortable. Lots of dents in walls and fridge and couches need updating. Bathroom was good. Bed was comfortable. Got a bit loud in corridor after midnight then my door handle was turned with sonebody trying to get in. Remember to lock door when you get inside! Dodgy people in carpark, ...

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

MCentral Apartments Manukau
Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport

Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport

4 out of 5
17 Amersham Way Auckland
Stay at this aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,529 reviews)
Two balconies and a sunroom dining area. Washer and dryer are appreciated. Jackknife sofa was in disrepair and flimsy. Every thing else was great.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Proximity Apartments Manukau 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.

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