Popular places to visit
Otara Markets
During your visit to Auckland, you can enjoy retail therapy at Otara Markets. Visit the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.
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.
University of Auckland
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Auckland during your visit to Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
From Auckland: Waiheke Island Return Fast Ferry Ticket
Top hotels in Otara
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Awesome place, great location, excellent service
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
We didn’t have breakfast because our flight was too early.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Excellent location. Very convenient to stay over to catch your next flight. Being next to airport isnt very noisy either!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
InterContinental Auckland by IHG
Staff was very helpful. Allowed us to remain in our room until our cruise ship docked across the street from the hotel was available for boarding.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Room was clean and available on arrival.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Clean and courtios
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Otara
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.
Mangere
Mangere is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Otuataua Stonefields or JKs Driving Range.
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.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.
Bucklands Beach
Bucklands Beach is well liked for its beaches. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Half Moon Bay Marina and Howick Village Saturday Market.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ellerslie Racecourse and Ellerslie Events Centre.
