Auckland's city centre clings to the southern shores of the Waitemata Harbour , with Queen Street , the main drag, striking south through a downbeat business district largely sustained by banks and insurance companies, as the ascendant inner-city suburbs - trendy Ponsonby, affluent Parnell and go-ahead Newmarket - continually erode its mercantile dominance.
Queen Street meets the harbour at the Ferry Building, hub of ferry services to the North Shore, the maritime suburb of Devonport and to the islands of the Hauraki Gulf. One of the best ways to begin your exploration of the city is on foot, following the Coast-to-Coast Walkway which starts here and winds up through the city past many sights . Skirting Albert Park , wedged between the University and the Auckland Art Gallery , the route then veers towards The Domain , an extensive blanket of parkland that represents Auckland's premiere green space, laid out around the city's most-visited attraction, the Auckland Museum . The Domain divides the city from the inner-eastern suburb of Parnell , ecclesiastical heart of the city with the Cathedral , one of Auckland's oldest churches and a couple of historical houses, both associated with clergymen. The walkway finishes beside the Manukau Harbour, after climbing to two of Auckland's highest points, Mount Eden and its more diverting kin, One Tree Hill with its encircling Cornwall Park .
To the east of Parnell, the harbourside Tamaki Drive runs past Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World to the city beaches of Mission Bay and St Heliers. West of the centre, the suburbs spread out beyond the reclaimed basin of Freeman's Bay to Auckland's most concentrated cluster of superb restaurants and cafés along Ponsonby Road , and out to Western Springs, home to the Auckland Zoo and the transport museum commonly referred to by its abbreviated name, MOTAT .
Aucklanders with time on their hands and a penchant for thundering breakers leave the stresses of city behind and head to the surf beaches of the West Coast but there are local spots for a more impulsive dip, particularly compact and often-crowded coves along Tamaki Drive and the more expansive strands on the North Shore near Takapuna .
Auckland International Airport is located 20km south of the city centre in the suburb of Mangere.
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FLAG HOTELS PRESIDENT PLAZA , 1 HOBSON STREET - Auckland, New Zealand
Brand New 4-Star Business Class Suite And Apartment Hotel In Downtown Auckland Overlooking Viaduct Harbour. Walking Distance Non-smoking Suites And Apartments. Swimming Pool, Gym, All-day Licensed Cafe/Restaurant And Latest Technology And Comfort. Brand New 4-Star Business Class Suite And Apartment Hotel In Downtown Auckland Overlooking Viaduct Harbour. Walking Distance Non-smoking Suites And Apartments. Swimming Pool, Gym, All-day Licensed Cafe/Restaurant And Latest Technology And Comfort.
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ASCOTT METROPOLIS AUCKLAND , 1 Courthouse Lane - Auckland, New Zealand
The Ascott Metropolis, Auckland Is A Luxury Hotel Located In The Heart Of Auckland. Designed And Crafted With The Business Traveler In Mind, This Hotel Is The Epitome Of Luxury And Comfort. This Former Magistrates Courthouse Has Been Lavishly Restored With Its Unique Oamaru Limestone Exterior Extending An Invitation To A Grand And Exclusive Lifestyle. Inside, Guests Can Marvel At The Resplendent Onyx Ceiling, Polished Marble And The Detailed Timber. Nestled In The Shopping Districts Of Queen And High Streets, The Ascot Metropolis Is Convenient To Bars, Restaurants, And Clubs. Albert Park, Known For Its Landscaped Flowerbeds And Myriad Nature Walks Is Just Outside The Door.
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HERITAGE AUCKLAND , 35 Hobson St 22 24 Nelson St - Auckland, New Zealand
The Heritage Auckland Is Stratically Located 25 Kilometers From Auckland Airport. This Beautiful Property Is A Great Hotel That Offers Its Guests Plenty Of Reasons To Stay Here. The Hotel Is Close To Several Sights Worth Checking Out While Staying Here. In Addition, An Array Of Awesome Amenities Await Guests When They Check In, Helping To Make Each Stay More Enjoyable And Pleasurable. The Number Of Facilities, Features And Services Is Seemingly Endless. It Is The Ideal Choice When Staying In This Wonderful City.
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STAMFORD PLAZA AUCKLAND , Albert Street, Auckland City - Auckland, New Zealand
Stamford Plaza Auckland Is Located In The Heart Of The Central Business District, Just A Short Stroll From The Viaduct Harbour And Auckland's Premier Shopping And Nightlife Districts. The Hotel Is Perfectly Situated For Both Corporate And Leisure Travelers. The Stamford Plaza Is The Hotel Of Choice For Visiting Celebrities, Rock Star, Royalty And Heads Of State. The Hotel Offers Complimentary Breakfast, An Award-winning Restaurant, A Rooftop Outdoor Pool, Sauna, Fitness Center, Shoe Shine, Valet Parking, 24-Hour Concierge, 3 Fabulous Bars And A European Style Patisserie. Guests Are Granted Access To The Executive Club Level That Features Views Of The Harbor, Complimentary Canapés And Drinks From 5:30- 7:30pm Nightly.
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DUXTON HOTEL AUCKLAND , 100 GREYS AVENUE - Auckland, New Zealand
Duxton Hotel Auckland Is Situated In An Oasis Of Calm Overlooking Myers Park In The Central Business District Of Auckland. Consisiting Of 153 Rooms Including Deluxe Rooms, Suites And Apartments, Classically Styled And Tastefully Decorated. Each Roo Offers A Fully Equipped Kitchenette And Sliding Door Leading To A Balcony. All Rooms Have Spectacular Views Including Views Of Myers Park, The City And Harbour. The Park Surrounds Offer The Ideal Setting For Al Fresco Dining In The Grill. The Hotel Also Offers The Bar Which Is A Chic And Intimate And The Place To Meet. Offering Three Conference And Meeting Rooms And Providing Facilities For Up To 120 Guests, The Conference Facilities Are Ideal For Small Meetings Or Larger Events. Recreational Facilities Include The Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi And A Fully Equiped Gymnasium.
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CENTRA AUCKLAND AIRPORT , AUCKLAND INTL AIRPORT - Auckland, New Zealand
Full Service, Hotel
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LANGHAM HOTEL, AUCKLAND , 83 Symonds Street, Box 2771 - Auckland, New Zealand
Situated In The Vibrant Heart Of New Zealand's Largest City, The Langham Hot El, Auckland Is Handy To The City's Many And Varied Attractions. A Choice Of Bars And Restaurants, Health Club And Pool, And Attentive Service Ensure A True, Award-winning Five Star Experience.
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AIREDALE HOTEL , 380 QUEEN STREET - Auckland, New Zealand
Situated Right In The Very Heart Of Downtown Auckland Hotel, Auckland. This Well Loved And Historic Landmark, Formerly Known As The Mlc Building, Has Been Totally Refurbished To Create Auckland*S Newest Inner-city Corporate Hotel. A Genuine Three-star Hotel, The Unique Architecture Of The Airedale Rises Nine Stories Above Bustling Queen Street. The Hotel Has Many Beautiful Cityscapes And Harbour Views On Offer, And Is Situated Within Easy Walking Distance Of Many Of The Attractions Auckland City Is Renowned For. The Edge Auckland*S Entertainment Centre Starts Right At The Hotel Door.
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JET INN HOTEL , 63 WESTNEY ROAD - Auckland, New Zealand
Jet Inn Hotel, Auckland Airports Newest Hotel And Regarded As The Premier Accommodation Provider. Stylish Comtemporary Decor. Qualmark Rated 4 Star. Complimentary 24hr Shuttle Services To And From Airport. Facilities Includes Bar, Restaurant, Gym Access, Pool, 24hr Service. 4 Room Grades.
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Crowne Plaza AUCKLAND , 128 ALBERT STREET , AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND
Crowne Plaza Auckland is located in the very heart of "The City of Sails" and is the first choice for business travellers, holiday makers, sports teams, conference organisers and locals alike. The hotel is superbly positioned above a unique boutique shopping complex 'Atrium on Elliott' and adjoins a 730 space carpark. It is only a short stroll to Queen Street, Aotea Convention Centre, Sky Tower and the Viaduct Basin. Global Positioning System co-ordinates S 36 degrees 50.983' E 174 degrees 45.766'. Although the Crowne Plaza Auckland is located in the very heart of the busy Central Business District, due to its unique design the accommodation rooms start from level 16, all guest rooms are sheltered from the noise of the city and all rooms provide a very attractive outlook over Auckland.
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