What is Takapuna like?

Travellers love the Takapuna neighbourhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and sporting events. Are you looking for Takapuna travel tips? Make sure that you visit Bruce Mason Centre and Takapuna Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Takapuna?

Based on our traveller data, The Spencer Suites Auckland By Castle is one of the top choices for your stay in Takapuna. This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Takapuna Beach, and it offers a fitness centre and parking. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Takapuna Motor Lodge and Carnmore Hotel Takapuna .

How many hotels are there in Takapuna?

Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodation options in Takapuna to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Auckland area.

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

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Takapuna.

What is there to do around this Auckland neighbourhood?

While you're in Takapuna, a shopping trip to Takapuna Markets, Shore City Shopping Centre or Smales Farm might be the perfect way to find that souvenir you've been looking for. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Bruce Mason Centre and Takapuna Beach are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Takapuna include Takapuna Pool and Leisure Centre, Lake House Arts Centre and Cafe and Lake Pupuke. While you're out sightseeing, Smiths Bush Reserve and Takapuna Golf Course and Driving Range are a couple of additional sights to visit in Auckland.

Top 10 Takapuna Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Takapuna hotels

A modern hotel reception area with a marble counter labeled "QUEST," a seating area with black leather sofas, and a large potted plant.

1. Quest Takapuna

Takapuna

Wendy

RM551 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

2. Carnmore Hotel Takapuna

Takapuna

Chris

RM376 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 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

Moses

RM488 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern building entrance with a clear pathway marked by a downward arrow, a covered walkway, and a visible office area with a computer monitor.

4. Anzac Court Motel

Takapuna

Graeme

RM427 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered outdoor area with a white railing, a table with a potted plant, and a chair with a cushion.

5. Emerald Inn

Takapuna

Natasha

RM490 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, each with a white and dark blue bedspread, and matching pillows. There are bedside tables with lamps and a wall-mounted light fixture.

6. Takapuna International Motor Lodge

Takapuna

Konnie

RM353 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

Auckland Central Business District, 6.1 km from Takapuna

kelsey

RM667 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

14. The Grand by SkyCity

Auckland Central Business District, 6.8 km from Takapuna

Karleena

RM765 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

15. Crowne Plaza Auckland by IHG

Auckland Central Business District, 6.9 km from Takapuna

Ian

RM434 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

16. Radisson RED Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 7 km from Takapuna

Katy

RM505 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

17. Hotel Indigo Auckland by IHG

Auckland Central Business District, 6.5 km from Takapuna

Julie

RM558 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

18. voco Auckland City Centre by IHG

Auckland Central Business District, 6.6 km from Takapuna

Diana

RM574 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

19. Imagine Beach Road

Auckland Central Business District, 6.5 km from Takapuna

Yashar

RM436 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

20. Sudima Auckland City

Auckland Central Business District, 6.9 km from Takapuna

Claire

RM515 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Takapuna

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest Takapuna	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 134 reviews	View
Carnmore Hotel Takapuna	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 394 reviews	View
Emerald Inn	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 360 reviews	View
Anzac Court Motel	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 372 reviews	View
Takapuna International Motor Lodge	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 236 reviews	View

Where to stay in Takapuna

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Auckland Central Business District

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Auckland Airport

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Viaduct Harbour

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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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