Title: Visit Parakai: Best of Parakai, Auckland Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca

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# Parakai

## Auckland

## Visit Parakai

Things to do

Hotels

Where to stay

[Auckland travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Auckland.dx178233)

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### Popular places to visit

![Sky Tower showing a skyscraper, skyline and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32585-Sky-Tower.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)

![Auckland Ferry Terminal showing city views and a marina](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180263-Auckland-Ferry-Terminal.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)

![Eden Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/3d0761a7036b73474abfba11f86167d0.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)

![SkyCity Casino](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5712596c890767efd2f53c1fb23bbf53.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)

![University of Auckland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0ec0f0fb661c971e866b0d78f50e6119.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### University of Auckland

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Auckland as part of your travels around Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches. 

[](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Auckland-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6080485.Vacation-Attraction)

![Mt. Eden featuring cbd, a skyscraper and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32637-Mount-Eden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Mount Eden

Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village.

[](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Eden-Mount-Eden.d508153.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 $222

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 $394

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 $425

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/auckland-west-vineyard-tour-with-lunch-and-tastings-incl.a49235489.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 $144

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/afternoon-piha-beach-and-rainforest-tour-from-auckland.a1394729.activity-details)

![Picture 6 for Activity Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48333479/e3094070-44a6-4bd7-a012-9f276697b745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

CA $56

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/auckland-hop-on-hop-off-explorer-bus-ticket.a48333479.activity-details)

![Auckland Harbour Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/735207/1ea6e994-40de-471b-bb83-ce3038aa3b46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Auckland Harbour Cruise

CA $40

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/auckland-harbour-cruise.a735207.activity-details)

[See all activities in Auckland](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Activities)

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## 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)

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Parakai Geothermal Motel

151 Parkhurst Road Helensville 

CA $118

CA $138 total

Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026

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 ...

8/10 Very Good! (83 reviews)

Unit 7 was rustic but enjoyed the isolation from the other units.

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F01%2F2026&endDate=06%2F01%2F2026&selected=39192768&PinnedHotelID=39192768&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=6343624)

![Maxim Hotel Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109870000/109867500/109867489/9c67675b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Maxim Hotel Auckland

11 Davies Drive Auckland Auckland

CA $92

CA $108 total

Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026

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! (279 reviews)

Clean, super modern, excellent staff

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F01%2F2026&endDate=06%2F01%2F2026&selected=109867489&PinnedHotelID=109867489&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=6343624)

![Marsden Suites Albany](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29320000/29319300/29319219/1fc8acda_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Marsden Suites Albany

40 Rosedale Road Auckland 

CA $87

CA $100 total

Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and conference space. Popular attractions AUT Millennium and Westfield Albany Shopping ...

9/10 Wonderful! (286 reviews)

so nice to be upgraded! lovely room absolutely enjoyed my stay

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F01%2F2026&endDate=04%2F01%2F2026&selected=29319219&PinnedHotelID=29319219&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=6343624)

![Albany Oak Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119710000/119700700/119700666/2431e738_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Albany Oak Motel

80 Bush Rd Auckland Auckland

CA $92

CA $107 total

Dec 18 - Dec 19

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this motel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions National Hockey Center and Westfield Albany Shopping ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)

Absolutely loved our stay lovely clean and most of all quiet away from the concrete jungle Thank you to the kind guy who took care of us we appreciate your service was outstanding kind and efficient nga mihi

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F12%2F2025&endDate=19%2F12%2F2025&selected=119700666&PinnedHotelID=119700666&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=6343624)

![Albany Executive Motor Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624500/9624438/9c115012_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Albany Executive Motor Inn

15 Corinthian Drive Auckland 

CA $74

CA $87 total

Dec 18 - Dec 19

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Westfield Albany Shopping Centre ...

8/10 Very Good! (358 reviews)

Clean rooms

Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F12%2F2025&endDate=19%2F12%2F2025&selected=9624438&PinnedHotelID=9624438&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=6343624)

![Quality Hotel Lincoln Green](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3050000/3044600/3044574/2b95a958_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Quality Hotel Lincoln Green

159 Lincoln Road Auckland 

CA $111

CA $128 total

Dec 26 - Dec 27

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (760 reviews)

Clean room

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=27%2F12%2F2025&selected=3044574&PinnedHotelID=3044574&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=6343624)

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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.

## Check Parakai hotel availability

[Tonight

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[Tomorrow night

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[This weekend

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[Next weekend

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### Other neighbourhoods around Parakai

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.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)

![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d01d199d62e7ea032e1f8b96f497216c.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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Henderson.dx179322)

![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8276fbb05113cb83972c7f6f8764bd27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Takapuna

 Enjoy the popular Takapuna Beach, a crescent-shaped recreational area, and explore the nightlife hub with boutique shopping, bars, and restaurants. Nearby, find Shore City Shopping Centre, featuring 63 shops and ample parking. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Takapuna.dx179331)

![Ponsonby featuring shopping and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58833-Ponsonby.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Ponsonby

 Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider a stop by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighborhood. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Ponsonby.dx179335)

![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/502ded84ae2aa635c7296815200b590b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Grey Lynn

5/5(1 area review)

 Restaurants, spas, and shopping are some highlights of Grey Lynn. Make a stop by Ponsonby Road or Grey Lynn Paddling Pool while you're exploring. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Grey-Lynn.dx179327)

![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/541000/541715-auckland.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Viaduct Harbour

 The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travelers love about Viaduct Harbour. Check out New Zealand Maritime Museum or Princes Wharf while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Halsey Street Tram Stop to get around town. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Viaduct-Harbour.dx6139376)

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