Auckland & Hauraki Gulf Marine Park

Kourawhero is a new luxury lodge offering outstanding accommodation, fine dining and sweeping panoramic views. Located a comfortable one hour drive north of Auckland, at the gateway to the Matakana Coast Wine Region, Kourawhero is nestled in a private, bush clad estate where the loudest sounds are native birdsong and water rushing along streambeds. For history buffs Kourawhero sits alongside what was once the site of a large army barracks that was established to house American soldiers during WW2.

From $712 USD per room, incl pre dinner drinks, five course degustation style dinner, full breakfast

The appeal of Earthsong Lodge is enhanced by its spectacular location on Great Barrier Island, in the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park. This luxury hideaway sits among wild and beautiful virgin forest, rare bird and plant life, and close to beautiful white sand beaches. Each suite is a delightful haven, opening onto private verandas with panoramic views of the ocean, beaches and the Earthsong Lodge olive grove. Fine food and wine will be a feature of your stay.

From $485 USD per double room; incl. pre-dinner cocktails, 4-course fine dining evening meal & hearty breakfast & airport transfers

Situated in the prestigious Auckland suburb of Remuera, and close to the shopping and dining area of Parnell, this luxury boutique hotel offers understated elegance and the very highest standards of personal customer care. In our view it is the finest boutique style accommodation in Auckland.

From $239 USD per double room; incl. pre dinner drinks & gourmet breakfast

The Boatshed on Waiheke Island is a very special relaxing and chic boutique hotel. It also has one of the most beautiful beaches in New Zealand caressing its shores and each of the 5 large designer suites enjoy panoramic views of the bay. Meet fellow guests in The Long Room, a fireside retreat to gather around and plan your day on Waiheke Island.

From $485 USD per double room; incl. include a beautiful gourmet breakfast

Ponsonby is one of Auckland most vibrant neighbourhoods. Set amongst heritage timber-villa houses and tree-lined streets, this is one of the oldest suburbs of the city. The Great Ponsonby B&B offers accommodation in a 1890s villa restored with charm and flair, New Zealand and Pacific artworks, leather lounges & chairs with cushions, crockery and quality ensuite bathrooms all in Pacific Rim colours of the sea and sky. You are 5 minutes by taxi from the heart of downtown Auckland and at nights a walking distance away from some of Auckland finest restaurants.

From $154 USD per room; Bed & Breakfast

Located in the hub of the Viaduct Harbour, the Sebel offers quality apartment accommodation and also the benefit of full hotel facilities and services. It is Auckland's only all-suite waterfront hotel, and the location makes it ideal for easy access to the shopping, cafes, restaurants, and harbor.

From $161 USD per room

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From $75 USD per room