Grafton
Auckland
Popular places to visit
Auckland City Hospital
If Auckland City Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Auckland.
Grafton Bridge
Learn about the local history of Auckland when you take a trip to Grafton Bridge. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
SkyCity Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your time in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Top hotels in Grafton
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
The staff were very friendly and very accommodating to our needs. We felt very special and glad we chose Cordis as our first hotel experience
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Nesuto St Martins Apartment Hotel
The room was clean, tidy and we had a great view of the city and Sky tower. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The view stood out and was great being so close to the city and being so central.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Good service ,valet and handy location. 24 hr check in also a bonus.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Very efficient check-in. Plain but practical room with everything we could need. We appreciated the tea making space. Fabulous breakfast.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Beautiful room, professional staff and the most convenient location at the airport!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
InterContinental Auckland by IHG
Room very clean, staff very helpful
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grafton
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.
Auckland Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Auckland Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Viaduct Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers 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.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mount Eden
Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mount Eden or Eden Park while you're exploring the area.
