Title: Visit Parakai: Best of Parakai, Auckland Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Parakai](https://expedia.ca/Parakai-Auckland-Hotels.0-n6343624-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Auckland](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Auckland](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Parakai Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Parakai.d6343624.Car-Rental-Guide)[Parakai Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Parakai.d6343624.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Parakai ## Auckland ![Farmland on west coast of New Zealand with harbor shallows full of mangroves.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343624/3f331fcc-2e35-487a-a778-7aac8bcebf0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Farmland on west coast of New Zealand with harbor shallows full of mangroves.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343624/3f331fcc-2e35-487a-a778-7aac8bcebf0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Parakai Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Auckland travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Auckland.dx178233) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sky Tower showing a skyscraper, skyline and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055180/2acea9de-d01f-41a3-8705-83bbbc0042e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sky Tower Enjoy fine dining in a rotating restaurant, dive off the tower on a cable-controlled jump or simply enjoy the views from New Zealand’s tallest tower. [](https://expedia.ca/Sky-Tower-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6055180.Vacation-Attraction) ![Fog drifting over Mt Eden summit, Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055184/5144881b-acdc-42a7-a328-86297f558bce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eden Park Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Eden-Park-Mount-Eden.d6055184.Vacation-Attraction) ![Auckland Ferry Terminal showing city views and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227247/66bef2da-e1de-4764-9e0a-499aa4566f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Ferry Terminal Combining historic architecture with modern facilities, Auckland’s harbourside transport terminal is the place to embark on an adventure or simply sit with a coffee and watch the world go by. [](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Ferry-Terminal-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6227247.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sunset on the Sky Tower in Auckland creating a moody backdrop. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/346/af467c93-0a67-4b10-b585-97015d85d68b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SkyCity Casino Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your travels in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/SkyCity-Casino-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6227133.Vacation-Attraction) ![Auckland Zoo showing zoo animals and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080499/0d4239c9-e2e4-4679-8003-5d04809b1fdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Zoo Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino. [](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Zoo-Western-Springs.d6080499.Vacation-Attraction) ![Auckland CBD with Viaduct Basin in the foreground.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080549/41cebbe6-ccdb-4d0a-9ff8-4b16b89e6e58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Princes Wharf During your trip to Auckland, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Princes-Wharf-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6080549.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Sheep World](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2137858/8e162fa5-7858-4d48-a1a6-3f7ac0e4d46c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sheep World Country Tour from Auckland CA $232 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sheep-world-country-tour-from-auckland.a2137858.activity-details) ![Romantic Auckland Sunset tour with Winery & Thermal pool](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47633971/f71f1b52-ab69-4c20-97a9-d5aed7602075.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Romantic Auckland Sunset tour with Winery & Thermal pool CA $412 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/romantic-auckland-sunset-tour-with-winery-thermal-pool.a47633971.activity-details) ![Auckland City Scenic Tour with Wine Tasting + Lunch ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49235489/1ee8d877-2a9e-409b-a614-4eec2d00ca5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland West Vineyard Tour with lunch and tastings incl CA $443 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/auckland-west-vineyard-tour-with-lunch-and-tastings-incl.a49235489.activity-details) ![Incredible sunsets ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395168/a44375ba-ada8-4eed-b141-b30d230a34d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket CA $43 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/auckland-sky-tower-general-admission-ticket.a1395168.activity-details) ![Piha Beach ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394729/a283015b-4c51-4375-830a-bc39f2e06779.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland CA $163 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/afternoon-piha-beach-and-rainforest-tour-from-auckland.a1394729.activity-details) ![Picture 9 for Activity From Auckland : Waitomo Caves and Rotorua with Te Puia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48059439/cd1bc20c-fa34-4a0f-b48e-0eb9c0affac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour CA $342 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/auckland-waitomo-caves-rotorua-te-puia-small-group-tour.a48059439.activity-details) [See all activities in Auckland](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Parakai Hotel Deals ![Parakai Geothermal Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39200000/39192800/39192768/b18b9ae2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Parakai Geothermal Motel 151 Parkhurst Road Helensville CA $114 CA $132 total Mar 11 - Mar 12 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Helensville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Parakai Aquatic Park and Parakai Springs are located ... [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026&selected=39192768&PinnedHotelID=39192768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6343624) ![Maxim Hotel Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109870000/109867500/109867489/9c67675b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Maxim Hotel Auckland 11 Davies Drive Auckland Auckland CA $111 CA $127 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). Popular attractions North Harbour Stadium and Westfield ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (344 reviews) Friendly and helpful staff. Free upgrade to a room with washing machine and dryer even though I didn’t use it. Very clean and quiet. Great bathroom and comfortable bed. 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(314 reviews) Accommodations were excellent, front staff were very helpful Would recommend this hotel Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=29319219&PinnedHotelID=29319219&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6343624) ![Alpaca Manor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108310000/108309300/108309296/f5580b6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Alpaca Manor 43 John Brian Dr Auckland Auckland CA $66 CA $76 total Mar 13 - Mar 14 includes taxes & fees Stay at this lodge in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Long Bay Regional Park and Long Bay Beach are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (58 reviews) Lovely clean room and bathroom, greeted with a smile when we arrived. Really nice place with lots of space. Very reasonable price. 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(772 reviews) friendly staff \~ Have stayed here before \~room was a bit grubby/dusty and stubble /hair on sink in bathroom Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=17172791&PinnedHotelID=17172791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6343624) ![Waves Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7300000/7297800/7297737/2e49029b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waves Motel Corner Hibiscus Coast Highway & Kohu St Orewa CA $156 CA $180 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Orewa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (646 reviews) We love that Waves Motel is just steps away from sandy beach of Orewa. Spacious motel with in-room spa. Motel 11 do had some issues with the spa plug n power switch which we had brought up to lady upon checkout. 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Auckland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135421/c3c43760-3535-44a9-9753-1a3109f36a27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Albany Unique features of Albany include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by North Harbour Stadium or Westfield Albany Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Albany.dx6135421) ![Stream and boardwalk on the forest trail of the Fairy Falls Walk in thw Waitakere Ranges, Henderson, Auckland, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179322/45f8aff6-f53c-434d-b03c-37340a2a77cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Henderson Henderson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trusts Stadium and Whoa! Studios. 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