Whangaparaoa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in Whangaparaoa

Find the best Whangaparaoa areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Whangaparaoa
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Stanmore Bay

While Stanmore Bay isn't home to many top sights, Big Manly Beach and Little Manly Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Red Beach

Red Beach is well liked for its golf courses. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Whangaparaoa area, you might plan a trip to Orewa Beach or Snowplanet.

Manly

While visiting Manly, you might make a stop by sights like Big Manly Beach and Little Manly Beach.

Gulf Harbour

Restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers like about Gulf Harbour. A stop by Gulf Harbour Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Army Bay

If you're spending some time in Army Bay, Shakespear Regional Park and Whangaparaoa Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

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$162 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
AU$162
17 Sept - 18 Sept
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. ...
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
SkyCity Hotel

SkyCity Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner Victoria and Federal Streets Auckland
The price is AU$168 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$168
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,170 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay. The room was spacious and a huge bed. Enjoyed the room"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

SkyCity Hotel
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

4.5 out of 5
80 Wellesley Street West Auckland Auckland
The price is AU$139 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$139
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,181 reviews)
"Everything was fine but tv channels kept freezing"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor 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.
Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel

Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel

4 out of 5
874 Whangaparaoa Rd Whangaparaoa
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whangaparaoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel
Cove side Bliss

Cove side Bliss

Whangaparaoa Auckland
Stay at this apartment in Whangaparaoa. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Whangaparaoa Golf Club and Gulf Harbour Country Club are located ...
8/10 Very good! (8 reviews)
"We did not stay. Because your lousy system does not allow for the host to provide phone numbers, we were not given a call regarding the host not being onsite for check in.The host has 3 extremely noisy dogs that went crazy and barked from the moment we parked on the road. We didn’t know the host ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Cove side Bliss
Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view

Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view

Arkles Bay Whangaparaoa
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Whangaparaoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
"Beautiful location and tidy house. Great to spend a few days in, and the host is very responsive."

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view
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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