South Auckland

Travel Guide

Rainbow\'s End showing rides as well as a large group of people
Rainbow\'s End showing rides and a water park as well as a family
Butterfly Creek showing zoo animals as well as a small group of people
Rainbow\'s End showing rides and interior views
Rainbow\'s End showing a garden and rides

Where to stay in South Auckland

tower in the sky

Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.

Auckland Airport
Rainbow\'s End which includes rides as well as a small group of people

Manukau

Manukau is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End while in the area.

Manukau
People on the Nga Hau Mangere Bridge in the Manukau Harbour, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand.

Mangere

Mangere is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Otuataua Stonefields or JKs Driving Range.

Mangere
Aerial view of Ambury Farm in the suburb of Mangere Bridge, Auckland, New Zealand

Mangere Bridge

Travellers like the parks in Mangere Bridge, and Ambury Regional Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mangere Bridge
Pohutukawa trees in flower along the Manukau Harbour, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand

Wiri

You'll enjoy the theme parks and shopping in Wiri. You might want to make time for a stop at Vector Wero Whitewater Park or Colin Dale Park KartSport.

Wiri
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Māngere East

While Māngere East isn't home to many top sights, Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building and Crater Hill are some notable places to visit nearby.

Māngere East
Pullman Auckland Airport

Pullman Auckland Airport

5 out of 5
37 Tom Pearce Drive Auckland
The price is HK$1,416 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
HK$1,416
HK$1,628 total
15 Apr - 16 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (951 reviews)
Top quality

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Pullman Auckland Airport
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
14 Airpark Drive Auckland
The price is HK$830 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
HK$830
HK$954 total
7 Apr - 8 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,497 reviews)
Perfectly satisfactory.

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Novotel Auckland Airport

Novotel Auckland Airport

4.5 out of 5
35 Tom Pearce Dr Auckland
The price is HK$1,309 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
HK$1,309
HK$1,506 total
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Auckland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,262 reviews)
Nice hotel

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Novotel Auckland Airport
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.
The Sebel Auckland Manukau

The Sebel Auckland Manukau

4.5 out of 5
16 Lakewood Court Auckland
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (538 reviews)
Modern Clean tidy rooms perfect for a night away going to an event at the local events centre… restaurant good but a little small and didnt manage the groups from the event and shut early so we had to go to KFC for food!

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

The Sebel Auckland Manukau
MCentral Apartments Manukau

MCentral Apartments Manukau

4 out of 5
17 Putney Way Auckland
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Westfield Manukau City ...
6.8/10 (829 reviews)
Staff were veey helpful and quick to deal with check ins and sorting a carpark. Made everything very simple and fast after a long trip. Although, I am wondering why the $100 deposit is still pending in my account..... If McEntral could please contact me regarding this thanks.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

MCentral Apartments Manukau
Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport

Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport

4 out of 5
17 Amersham Way Auckland
Stay at this aparthotel in Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,531 reviews)
Great location friendly staff. Accommodation needs new paint job and carpet but generally i would stay there again as an affordable option.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Proximity Apartments Manukau Auckland Airport
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.

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