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 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

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
Pullman Auckland Airport

Pullman Auckland Airport

5 out of 5
37 Tom Pearce Drive Auckland
The price is ¥29,201 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥29,201
¥33,581 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (916 reviews)
Smell in the room. Breakfast coffee machine not working properly

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

Pullman Auckland Airport
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
14 Airpark Drive Auckland
The price is ¥20,265 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
¥20,265
¥23,305 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,483 reviews)
The staff were so welcoming and helpful. The hotel was very close to the airport and there was a complimentary shuttle. The room was spacious, spotless, with refrigerator, tea and coffee facilities and air conditioning. The breakfast was lovely with lots of choice for everyone. We had dinner and ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Novotel Auckland Airport

Novotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr Auckland
The price is ¥30,095 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
¥30,095
¥34,609 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
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! (2,256 reviews)
Very convenient for Auckland International Airport

Reviewed on Mar 3, 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
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 ...
9.2/10 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 Mar 3, 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 ...
6.8/10 (825 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Mar 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,527 reviews)
Easy book in, helpful staff, clean room, handy to shops and public transport. On the flight path to Auckland Airport which is great for plane spotters.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 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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