Whangaparaoa

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Whangaparaoa

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

While Stanmore Bay isn't home to many top sights, Big Manly Beach and Little Manly Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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

Restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers like about Gulf Harbour. A stop by Gulf Harbour Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Arkles Bay

While there might not be top attractions in Arkles Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Little Manly Beach and Big Manly Beach.

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 €104 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
€104
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

4.5 out of 5
80 Wellesley Street West Auckland Auckland
The price is €88 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
€88
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower are located ...
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Radisson RED Auckland

Radisson RED Auckland

4.5 out of 5
Lorne Street 33 Auckland Auckland
The price is €104 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
€104
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Queen Street Shopping District and Sky ...
Radisson RED Auckland
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Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel

Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel

4 out of 5
874 Whangaparaoa Rd Whangaparaoa
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whangaparaoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Whangaparaoa Lodge Motel
Cove side Bliss

Cove side Bliss

Whangaparaoa Auckland
Stay at this apartment in Whangaparaoa. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker. 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 12 Aug 2026

Cove side Bliss
Nesuto St Martins Apartment Hotel

Nesuto St Martins Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6-12 St Martins Lane Auckland
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very good! (3,563 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful throught our stay. The rooms were also decently clean and the location was lively and in the heart of the city. Overall a very good place to stay for 4 days! One thing id point out before booking is that the parking is quite narrow so id recommend getting the parking only ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Nesuto St Martins Apartment Hotel
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Stay near popular Whangaparaoa attractions

Shakespear Regional Park

9.2/10 (17 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Shakespear Regional Park, a lovely green space in Whangaparaoa. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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Things to do

Picture 6 for Activity Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket

€29
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour

Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour

€159
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Auckland: Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket

€27
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets

€20
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

€221
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Piha Beach

Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland

€101
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
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