South Auckland

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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 showing rides and a waterpark as well as a family
Butterfly Creek featuring zoo animals as well as a small group of people
Rainbow\'s End featuring interior views and rides

Where to stay in South Auckland

tower in the sky

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

Centrally located in South Auckland, Manukau Central boasts shopping at Westfield Manukau City and Manukau Supa Centa, as well as the thrilling Rainbow's End theme park. Easily accessible via Eastern Line train services and the Southwestern Motorway, it's a well-connected hub for travelers.

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

Mangere

Home to Auckland Airport, Māngere boasts the vibrant Māngere Arts Centre Ngā Tohu o Uenuku and convenient Māngere Town Centre for shopping. Easily accessible via train and bus services, it's well-connected to other parts of Auckland.

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

Mangere Bridge

Travelers like the parks in Mangere Bridge, and Mount Mangere 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

Māngere East might not have many top sights, but Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building and Hunters Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Māngere East
Novotel Auckland Airport

Novotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr Auckland
The price is ¥30,595 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
¥30,595
¥35,184 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,258 reviews)
Friendly staff, good size room, decent breakfast.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Novotel Auckland Airport
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
14 Airpark Drive Auckland
The price is ¥19,313 per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
¥19,313
¥22,210 total
Mar 13 - Mar 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,477 reviews)
Good size rooms, nice and clean, friendly staff, good restaurant and dedicated airport shuttle is a definite bonus. We've stayed many times and always happy

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
63 Westney Road Auckland
The price is ¥17,308 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
¥17,308
¥19,904 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,570 reviews)
Very clean room and premises. Excellent staff all around. Convenient to airport. Great for a stopover

Reviewed on Feb 9, 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.
The Sebel Auckland Manukau

The Sebel Auckland Manukau

4.5 out of 5
16 Lakewood Court Auckland
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (523 reviews)
The king bed and the 2 shower heads in the bathroom were great.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

The Sebel Auckland Manukau
MCentral Apartments Manukau

MCentral Apartments Manukau

4 out of 5
17 Putney Way Auckland
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Westfield Manukau ...
6.6/10 (814 reviews)
Friendly staff and convenient location.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 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 WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,520 reviews)
We booked 2 bedroom apartment. Second time round for a couple of weeks for the pure fact that staff are very polite and accommodating, has full kitchen facilities. The car park is very secure, close to all our needs and especially family who live locally.

Reviewed on Jan 24, 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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