South Auckland

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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
Rainbow\'s End which includes a garden 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 Crater Hill 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 ¥29,072 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
¥29,072
¥33,433 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (949 reviews)
Just a quick overnight stay prior to an early flight home. Was more than comfy...

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Pullman Auckland Airport
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
14 Airpark Drive Auckland
The price is ¥19,354 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥19,354
¥22,257 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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! (1,492 reviews)
Breakfast has superb selection

Reviewed on Mar 18, 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 ¥26,886 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
¥26,886
¥30,919 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
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! (2,273 reviews)
Great location, literally steps from the airport. Fantastic staff willing to help and answer questions...and a lovely breakfast (buffet, but a good one!)

Reviewed on Mar 16, 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! (538 reviews)
Modern Clean tidy rooms perfect for a night away going to an event at the local events centre… restaurant good but a little small and didnt manage the groups from the event and shut early so we had to go to KFC for food!

Reviewed on Mar 17, 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 (829 reviews)
Staff were veey helpful and quick to deal with check ins and sorting a carpark. Made everything very simple and fast after a long trip. Although, I am wondering why the $100 deposit is still pending in my account..... If McEntral could please contact me regarding this thanks.

Reviewed on Mar 16, 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! (1,531 reviews)
Great location friendly staff. Accommodation needs new paint job and carpet but generally i would stay there again as an affordable option.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 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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