Popular places to visit
Sky Tower
Gaze at the view across Auckland from the top of New Zealand’s tallest tower while dining in a rotating restaurant, or take a dive in a cable-controlled jump.
Auckland Ferry Terminal
Combining historic architecture with modern facilities, Auckland’s harbourside transport terminal is the place to embark on an adventure or simply sit with a coffee and watch the world go by.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
SkyCity Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your time in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Queens Wharf
Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Queens Wharf. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Mount Eden
Grab your walking boots and explore the historic buildings of the local village as well as a 19th century prison, before taking a peek into the volcano crater.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
From Auckland: Waiheke Island Return Fast Ferry Ticket
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Day Tour
Top hotels in Ellerslie
La Quinta By Wyndham Ellerslie Auckland
Room spotless but not spacious
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
A great hotel. Thanks to Hotels.com we managed to get a great price for our stay. The room was spacious and new. The facilities were great, albeit would be nicer if the pool access was easier. The shuttle was a great perk!
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Easy stop over spot
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Novotel Auckland Airport
Great hotel. Nice, quiet, and with people on the ready to help us if needed,
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
SkyCity Hotel
Room was fine, not worth $400 per night though. Overly priced service great.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Rydges Auckland
Yes
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ellerslie
Mount Wellington
Shopping, restaurants and lake views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Mount Wellington. Check out Sylvia Park Shopping Center or Flat Rock Reserve while you're exploring the area.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
Epsom
Unique features of Epsom include the theatres and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or ASB Showgrounds while you're exploring the area.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mount Eden
Unique features of Mount Eden include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Mount Eden or Eden Park while you're exploring the area.
Parnell
Visitors often come to Parnell for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parnell Rose Gardens and Auckland War Memorial Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at The Strand Station.
