What's it like in Wattle Downs?

Travellers to the Wattle Downs neighbourhood in Auckland will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Wattle Downs travel tips? Make sure that you visit Balmore Park and Wattle Downs Golf Course while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels will I find in the Wattle Downs area?

Book one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in Wattle Downs and start exploring everything Auckland has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Wattle Downs, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Wattle Downs.

What are the top things to see and do in Wattle Downs?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Balmore Park, Wattle Farm Reserve and Glenross Drive Foreshore. You could also plan a visit to Wattle Downs Golf Course or Waiata Shores Esplanade Reserve while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Wattle Downs include Wattle Downs Esplanade Reserve, Bluewater Place Foreshore and Carnoustie Drive Foreshore. When you're sightseeing in Auckland, Sykes Road Foreshore and Kauri Point Beach are also worth a stop.

Top 10 Wattle Downs Hotels of 2025

Top 10 Hotels in Wattle Downs

"This property is a beautiful airport hotel with phenomenal beds very clean, efficient staff, and it was a very pleasant day good breakfast "

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22 Jun - 23 Jun

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

"Beautiful place to stay I wish we could stay there for more times. "

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22 Jun - 23 Jun

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

"Very clean, nice restaurant meals"

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24 Jun - 25 Jun

"Great location, plenty of parking outside, checking in and out was easy"

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27 Jun - 28 Jun

1 bedroom, free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

"Friendly staff, clean spacious room, enjoyable meals, great parking, good location close to airport, well priced."

"Great location, very nice rooms and a breakfast was great.. Definitely stay there again.."

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20 Jul - 21 Jul

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

"Booked at this accommodation a few times already. Very convenient as its close to the airport "

"Very nice place to stay."

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22 Jun - 23 Jun

"Great hotel and best location"

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22 Jun - 23 Jun

"Spacious clean room with natural light and excellent staff making the stay very warm. "

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1 Jul - 2 Jul

1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

"Reliable reasonable price suits quick stay overnight. "

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23 Jun - 24 Jun

"Around a great quick stay place"

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6 Jul - 7 Jul

"Great place "

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22 Jun - 23 Jun

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

"Easy check-in, very nice service. "

"Spacious, clean, well maintained property, very nice stay and staff were friendly "

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28 Jun - 29 Jun

"great place to stay we have stayed there 3x times now"

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20 Jul - 21 Jul

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

"Friendly staff, clean rooms."

"Comfortable and pleasant stay."

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27 Jun - 28 Jun

"Close to airport and affordable accommodation "

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11 Jul - 12 Jul

55-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV, pay films

"Great location very clean rooms "

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22 Jun - 23 Jun

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Where to stay in Wattle Downs

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Auckland CBD showing street scenes and central business district

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 Sky Tower and Queen Street Shopping District, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Butterfly Creek which includes marine life

Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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Rainbow\'s End featuring a water park, rides and a pool

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.

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Takapuna

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Takapuna. A stop by Bruce Mason Centre or Takapuna Beach might round out your trip.

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Recent Reviews in Wattle Downs

5/5 Excellent

"It was perfect! Hotel staff was very friendly and accommodating. New property but with history to the hotel site, rooms were well thoughtafter. Great location. "

A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Indigo Auckland by IHG

Posted 2 days ago