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 Bluewater Place Foreshore while you're in the neighbourhood.

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

Book one of Expedia's 5 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, Bluewater Place Foreshore and Volante Park. You could also plan a visit to Wattle Farm Reserve or St Annes Foreshore while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Wattle Downs include Wattle Downs Golf Course, Wattle Downs Esplanade Reserve 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

"I like it so I keep coming back "

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25 Jan - 26 Jan

"Great room and value for money. "

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25 Jan - 26 Jan

"Excellent overall "

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26 Jan - 27 Jan

Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

"A great place to stay for the night before flying out, affordable, clean, comfortable bed, spacious room, breakfast included and friendly staff. It had everything I needed. Perfect!"

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1 Feb - 2 Feb

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20 Feb - 21 Feb

"Very clean, very well located. Nice staff. "

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9 Feb - 10 Feb

"Really nice place, very kind staff and easy check in. I was happy about how clean and kept it was the most. Thanks to the team"

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16 Feb - 17 Feb

"Conveniently located close to the airport for early morning flights."

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26 Jan - 27 Jan

"Spacious but tired decor eg rusty bin. Airport shuttle took half an hour to come. "

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26 Jan - 27 Jan

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

"Clean older motel near airport. Staff very friendly. Bed very comfortable. Airport shuttle"

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23 Jan - 24 Jan

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

"Good value, friendly staff, very clean."

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30 Jan - 31 Jan

"Great all around"

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7 Feb - 8 Feb

Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

"Excellent overnight stay. Staff were efficient, polite and friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. Would recommend."

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27 Jan - 28 Jan

"The staff are lovely it’s clean and tidy very convenient to the airport "

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15 Feb - 16 Feb

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

"Rooms all good"

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30 Jan - 31 Jan

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

"This motel is close to the airport which was very convenient since we traveled almost 22hrs to get to Auckland . Staff is really nice. Beds were comfortable. "

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26 Jan - 27 Jan

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

"Nice property and clean room. Very comfortable "

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27 Jan - 28 Jan

"It’s outside the main area of the city. If you’re catching a tour it’s not that convenient, but catching a taxi to Skt Tower is easy."

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26 Jan - 27 Jan

"Good value "

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26 Jan - 27 Jan

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

"Great staff, and location was within walking distance of several good restaurants and small shops."

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9 Feb - 10 Feb

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Auckland Central Business District

6 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

4/5(215 area reviews)

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 Kawakawa Bay, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.