Beachfront hotels in Auckland

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Auckland. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Marsden Viaduct Hotel Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Auckland. Set in the centre of Auckland, Marsden Viaduct Hotel is situated 2.1 km from Masefield Beach and 2. 4 km from Hamilton Beach Reserve. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as The Civic, Aotea Centre, and Auckland Art Gallery. The hotel offers a terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available. At the hotel every room includes air conditioning, a desk, a balcony with a city view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. Marsden Viaduct Hotel features certain units with sea views, and rooms have a coffee machine. The units will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Viaduct Harbour, SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre and Sky Tower. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 21 km from Marsden Viaduct Hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 328 NZD.

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• 2 The Esplanade Hotel Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Hotel. Built in 1903, The Esplanade Hotel enjoys a waterfront location in central Devonport, with stunning views of the Waitemata Harbour. It also offers free Wi-Fi access and public parking is available adjacent to the property. All rooms are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, an iPod dock and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms boast views of Waitemata Harbour. The Penthouse Apartment features a full kitchen with an oven and a stove. The property serves cooked breakfasts with options such as the signature Big E breakfast and your choice of eggs. The Esplanade Bar & Grill specialises in fresh New Zealand and international cuisine and offers a selection of wine and beer. The Esplanade Hotel is 110 metres from Devonport Ferry Terminal and a 20-minute drive from central Auckland. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 6.8, rooms from around 154 NZD.

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• 3 Bucklands Beach Waterfront Motel Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Motel. The Waterfront Motel is located on the promenade of Bucklands Beach, just a 20-minute drive from Botany town centre. It offers self-contained apartments with an outdoor pool. Free WiFi is provided. Buckland Beach Waterfront Motel features daily serviced apartments with fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities. Each is equipped with a TV and a DVD player. Bucklands Beach Waterfront is located only a 5-minute walk from local restaurants. The Howick Golf Course can be reached within 2 minutes by car, while the Auckland International airport is a 30-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 197 NZD.

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• 4 Dovecote House Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Located in Auckland, Dovecote House provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a shared lounge and a bar. All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and coffee machine. There is a private bathroom with shower in some units, along with free toiletries, a hairdryer and bathrobes. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property. At the bed and breakfast guests will find a wellness area and a hot tub. Blockhouse Bay Beach is 300 metres from Dovecote House, while Eden Park Stadium is 9.3 km away. The nearest airport is Auckland, 21 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 230 NZD.

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• 5 Half Moon Bay Motel Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Half Moon Bay Motel offers free private parking and well-equipped studios and apartments. It is located just 5 minutes' walk from the Half Moon Bay Ferry Terminal. All accommodation at the Half Moon Bay Motel features satellite TV and a private bathroom. Each apartment and studio has a microwave, stove and tea/coffee-making facilities, and some also have marina views. The nearest supermarket is just a 2-minute walk from the motel, while Bucklands Beach and several restaurants are within a 5-minute walk. Auckland Airport and the city centre are both around a 30-minute drive away. Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around 176 NZD.

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• 6 Birdsong Devonport Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Offering garden views, Birdsong Devonport in Auckland offers accommodation, free bikes, a garden and a shared lounge. All units comprise a seating area, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including a fridge, a stovetop and a toaster. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge. Cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Popular points of interest near the bed and breakfast include Torpedo Bay Beach, Devonport Beach and Cheltenham Beach. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 34 km from Birdsong Devonport. Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 90 NZD.

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• 7 Sunshine Motel Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Situated in Auckland, 300 metres from Orewa Beach, Sunshine Motel features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is set 34 km from Auckland Harbour Bridge, 37 km from North Head Historic Reserve and 37 km from Viaduct Harbour. The motel has family rooms. All guest rooms at the motel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen. The rooms have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. Aotea Centre is 37 km from Sunshine Motel, while SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre is 37 km from the property. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 56 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 6.0

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• 8 Heritage Apartments - Auckland CBD - Rooftop pool, spas, gyms & saunas Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Aparthotel. Stay in the heart of Auckland. With city views, Heritage Apartments - Auckland CBD - Rooftop pool, spas, gyms & saunas is located in Auckland and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace. The accommodation is air conditioned and comes with a spa bath. The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, hot tub and free toiletries, while the kitchenette features a fridge, an oven and a dishwasher. A stovetop and toaster are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Guests at the aparthotel use the gym or relax in the spa and wellness centre including a sauna, a hot tub and a hot spring bath. Popular points of interest near Heritage Apartments - Auckland CBD - Rooftop pool, spas, gyms & saunas include SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre, Sky Tower and The Civic. The nearest airport is Auckland, 20 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around 288 NZD.

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• 9 Halfmoon Bay Apartment Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Halfmoon Bay Apartment is set in Auckland, just 5 minutes walk from Half Moon Bay marina and within just 9 km of Mount Smart Stadium and Ellerslie Events Centre. The property boasts garden views and is an 8-minute drive from Eastern beach. This apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a bathroom. Local ferry services to Waiheke Island and Auckland CBD are available from the ferry terminal, within 10 minutes' walk from the property. Lloyd Elsmore Park is a 5-minute drive from Halfmoon Bay Apartment while Bucklands Beach is 2 km away. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 17 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 9.5

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• 10 Mahoe Apartment, Heart of Devonport Village Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. Offering sea views, Mahoe Apartment, Heart of Devonport Village is an accommodation situated in Auckland, 200 metres from Torpedo Bay Beach and 500 metres from Devonport Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. A sun terrace is available on site and hiking can be enjoyed within close proximity of the apartment. Cheltenham Beach is 1.2 km from Mahoe Apartment, Heart of Devonport Village, while North Head Historic Reserve is 1.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 34 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 234 NZD.

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• 11 Stay Mission Bay Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. Set in Auckland with Mission Bay Beach and Kohimarama Beach nearby, Stay Mission Bay offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Some of the units feature a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. A terrace and a barbecue are available for guests at the apartment to use. Okahu Bay Beach is 2.1 km from Stay Mission Bay, while St Heliers Bay Beach is 2.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 22 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 333 NZD.

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• 12 Auckland Clifftop Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Holiday home. Nestled amongst trees between French Bay and Paturoa Bay, Auckland Clifftop boasts stunning water views. This 2-bedroom house features a terrace and an outdoor dining area, where you take in the scenic surroundings. Auckland Clifftop House is a 10-minute drive from Titirangi Golf Club. It is a 25-minute drive from Auckland city centre and Auckland Airport. This holiday home features a fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Entertainment options include 2 flat-screen TVs, Netflix and an iPod docking station. There are also BBQ facilities. Car hire and babysitting services are available. Nearby activities include fishing, hiking, swimming and kayaking. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.7

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• 13 Aqua On The Beach Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. Situated in Auckland with Half Moon Bay Beach and Bucklands Beach nearby, Aqua On The Beach features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Guests at the apartment can enjoy skiing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Howick Historical Village is 5. 7 km from Aqua On The Beach, while Mount Smart Stadium is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ardmore Airport, 24 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 175 NZD.

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• 14 Amber Homes B Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. Located in Auckland, just 1.4 km from Bucklands Beach, Amber Homes B provides beachfront accommodation with free WiFi. Set 800 metres from Half Moon Bay Beach, the property offers a garden and free private parking. The apartment with a balcony and garden views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. A terrace is available on site and hiking can be enjoyed within close proximity of the apartment. Howick Historical Village is 4.2 km from Amber Homes B, while Mount Smart Stadium is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Ardmore Airport, 22 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 164 NZD.

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• 15 CHELSEABAY Modern Apartments Auckland, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. Located 5.4 km from Auckland Harbour Bridge, CHELSEABAY Modern Apartments offers a shared lounge, a terrace and accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. The apartment provides guests with a balcony, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A dishwasher, a microwave and stovetop are also provided, as well as a kettle. Fishing can be enjoyed nearby. Viaduct Harbour is 8.9 km from CHELSEABAY Modern Apartments, while Aotea Centre is 9 km away. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 29 km from the accommodation. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 198 NZD.

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