What is Hillcrest like?

Hillcrest is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches, shopping and restaurants. Consider a visit to Stancich Reserve Park as part of your Hillcrest travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Hillcrest?

Based on our traveller data, Poenamo Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Hillcrest. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking.

How many hotels are there in Hillcrest?

Expedia has 5 Hillcrest hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Auckland area.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Hillcrest.

What is there to do around this Auckland neighbourhood?

Stancich Reserve Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Hillcrest. While you're out sightseeing, Eventfinda Stadium and Takapuna Golf Course and Driving Range are a couple of additional sights to visit in Auckland.

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A modern, single-story house with large sliding glass doors leading to a kitchen and living area.

1. Poenamo Hotel

Hillcrest

Martin

RM268 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A landscaped garden with various tropical plants and a stone pathway.

2. Ocean Inn Motel

Hillcrest

Beibei

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

3. The Spencer Suites Auckland By Castle

Takapuna, 3.1 km from Hillcrest

Moses

RM485 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a landscaped area with palm trees and a gravel path.

4. Carnmore Hotel Takapuna

Takapuna, 3.6 km from Hillcrest

Chris

RM264 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a glass wall, and a ceiling with hanging lights.

5. M Social Hotel Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 6.4 km from Hillcrest

kelsey

RM667 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a white sofa, orange armchairs, a coffee table, and large windows offering city views.

6. Adina Citylife Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 6.9 km from Hillcrest

Aaron

RM483 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a central decorative sculpture, and a glass building facade in the background.

7. SkyCity Hotel

Auckland Central Business District, 6.9 km from Hillcrest

Richard

RM543 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A balcony with two sun loungers and a glass railing overlooking a body of water and a modern building.

8. Hilton Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 6.1 km from Hillcrest

Patrick

RM700 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a modern glass facade, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

9. The Grand by SkyCity

Auckland Central Business District, 7 km from Hillcrest

Karleena

RM761 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, large windows offering city views, and a mix of seating areas including sofas and tables.

10. Crowne Plaza Auckland by IHG

Auckland Central Business District, 7.1 km from Hillcrest

Ian

RM505 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop bar with a city view, a tall tower, and a red-leafed tree.

11. Radisson RED Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 7.2 km from Hillcrest

Katy

RM525 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a chair, and a view of a cityscape including a tower.

12. Travelodge Hotel Auckland Wynyard Quarter

6.2 km from Hillcrest

Craig

RM397 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

13. Hotel Indigo Auckland by IHG

Auckland Central Business District, 6.8 km from Hillcrest

Julie

RM549 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a city view.

14. Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Grafton, 7.9 km from Hillcrest

Gabriel

RM502 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent "Grand Millennium" sign, featuring a glass facade and illuminated blue lighting.

15. Grand Millennium Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 7.3 km from Hillcrest

Rennie Angelo

RM518 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bathtub, a grey sofa, a wooden side table, and a desk with a chair.

16. Ohtel Auckland

Viaduct Harbour, 6.4 km from Hillcrest

Stacey

RM556 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A waterfront hotel with a dining area, a view of the city skyline, and a prominent tower in the background.

17. The Sebel Auckland Viaduct Harbour

Viaduct Harbour, 6.4 km from Hillcrest

Trent

RM598 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

18. Sudima Auckland City

Auckland Central Business District, 6.9 km from Hillcrest

Claire

RM498 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a covered entrance, and a modern architectural design.

19. Imagine Beach Road

Auckland Central Business District, 7.1 km from Hillcrest

Yashar

RM434 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern bar area with a view of the city skyline, wooden furniture, and a variety of liquor bottles.

20. voco Auckland City Centre by IHG

Auckland Central Business District, 6.8 km from Hillcrest

Diana

RM571 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Auckland Central Business District

Explore Auckland’s inner-city hub to find historic architecture alongside contemporary designs, the revitalised Auckland Waterfront and a busy shopping precinct.

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An airport control tower, airport buildings, and a cloudy sky.

Auckland Airport

If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.

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A city skyline with modern buildings and a prominent tower.

Viaduct Harbour

Day or night, this modern marina precinct is a great spot to dine along the waterfront, attend yachting events and learn about the region’s maritime heritage.

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A large government building with a dome, surrounded by a residential area and greenery.

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.

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Manukau

Find colorful markets, stunning gardens and New Zealand’s biggest theme park when you visit Auckland’s most multi-cultural district.

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Top Hillcrest Hotel Reviews

Horizon by SkyCity

10/10 Excellent

"Always love staying at Horizon. Great staff, great location and beautiful rooms."

Grand Millennium Auckland

10/10 Excellent

"Property was incredibly well kept and clean, as were the rooms upon entering. We loved how they had options to skip room cleaning and donate towards Kiwi birds instead. The gym and pool were your typical hotel ammenities but were kept in top condition. The elevators were very fast, check in/out was a breeze with knowledgeable and staff. We opted to include lounge access which was a bit underwhelming - there were limited snack options throughout the day. We did enjoy the cocktail/drink hours from 5-7 - both bartenders made amazing drinks and were very kind. Overall a really good stay at the hotel."

Hotels in Hillcrest, Auckland

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Our top choices for Hillcrest hotels

1. Poenamo Hotel

2. Ocean Inn Motel

3. The Spencer Suites Auckland By Castle

4. Carnmore Hotel Takapuna

5. M Social Hotel Auckland

6. Adina Citylife Auckland

7. SkyCity Hotel

8. Hilton Auckland

9. The Grand by SkyCity

10. Crowne Plaza Auckland by IHG

11. Radisson RED Auckland

12. Travelodge Hotel Auckland Wynyard Quarter

13. Hotel Indigo Auckland by IHG

14. Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

15. Grand Millennium Auckland

16. Ohtel Auckland

17. The Sebel Auckland Viaduct Harbour

18. Sudima Auckland City

19. Imagine Beach Road

20. voco Auckland City Centre by IHG

Where to stay in Hillcrest

Auckland Central Business District

Auckland Airport

Viaduct Harbour

Parnell

Manukau

Top Hillcrest Hotel Reviews

Horizon by SkyCity

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