Whangaparaoa

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Where to stay in Whangaparaoa

Find the best Whangaparaoa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Whangaparaoa
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Stanmore Bay

While Stanmore Bay might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Big Manly Beach and Little Manly Beach.
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Red Beach

Red Beach is well-liked for its golf courses. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Whangaparaoa area, you might plan a trip to Orewa Beach or Snowplanet.
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Manly

While visiting Manly, you might make a stop by sights like Little Manly Beach and Big Manly Beach.
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Gulf Harbour

Travelers enjoy Gulf Harbour for its restaurants and lake views. Consider checking out Gulf Harbour Country Club while you're in the area.

Arkles Bay

When in Arkles Bay, you can plan a visit to Little Manly Beach and Big Manly Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

5 out of 5
83 Symonds Street, Box 2771 Auckland
The price is CA $152 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
CA $152
CA $175 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Radisson RED Auckland

Radisson RED Auckland

4.5 out of 5
Lorne Street 33 Auckland Auckland
The price is CA $125 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
CA $125
CA $143 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Queen Street Shopping District ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (195 reviews)
"Loved the red accents of colour in the hotel and room and the shower was good with high pressure and the option to have rain shower or wall shower. What I didn’t like was booking a superior corner room and the view from those windows was piping on the roofs outside, presumably for air conditioning. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026

Radisson RED Auckland
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

4.5 out of 5
80 Wellesley Street West Auckland Auckland
The price is CA $120 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
CA $120
CA $139 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,236 reviews)
"This is a first-class urban hotel. Rooms comfortable and well-appointed. Good location. Excellent food choices. Great value. All good."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
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Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel

Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel

4 out of 5
874 Whangaparaoa Rd Whangaparaoa
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Whangaparaoa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel
Cove side Bliss

Cove side Bliss

Whangaparaoa Auckland
Stay at this apartment in Whangaparaoa. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Whangaparaoa Golf Club and Gulf Harbour Country Club are located ...
8/10 Very good! (8 reviews)
"We did not stay. Because your lousy system does not allow for the host to provide phone numbers, we were not given a call regarding the host not being onsite for check in.The host has 3 extremely noisy dogs that went crazy and barked from the moment we parked on the road. We didn’t know the host ..."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

Cove side Bliss
Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart

Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart

4.5 out of 5
2 Tapora Street Auckland
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,422 reviews)
"Clean, convenient and easy. Parking was easy to manage and walking distance to britomart"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart
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Stay near popular Whangaparaoa attractions

Shakespear Regional Park

9.2/10 (17 reviews)
<p>Shakespear Regional Park offers stunning scenery and adventure activities, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature’s beauty and tranquility.</p>
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Things to do

From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

CA $287
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch
Picture 6 for Activity Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

CA $46
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
1-Day Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Options

Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras

CA $367
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour

Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour

CA $252
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

CA $350
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Hobbiton Move Set & Rotorua including Te Puia Tour

Hobbiton Movie Set & Rotorua including Te Puia Tour

CA $403
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton Movie Set & Rotorua including Te Puia Tour
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Cities near Whangaparaoa

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Auckland

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Orewa

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