Novotel offers 4-star accommodation in Auckland, just moments Auckland Airport. This modern hotel is an ideal base for exploring local vineyards as it is situated in the Greater Auckland Wine Region. This elegant hotel offers a Jacuzzi, free Wi-Fi and a sauna. Guests of can try out of the hotel's recreational facilities, such as bicycle rental and a playground.

Novotel Auckland Airport provides 263 rooms, each equipped with an iPod docking station, a refrigerator and a mini bar. Hot drinks can be made with the available tea and coffee supplies, and savoured in the comfort of the room's seating area. Those in search of a meal and wanting to stay nearby needn't look any further than Novotel Auckland Airport Hotel Manukau City's in-house restaurant, which is ideally available each day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. In the evening, guests are welcome to enjoy a drink in the lounge bar.

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Auckland International Airport is the country's largest and busiest airport, connecting with a large number of international and domestic destinations. New Zealand's largest and busiest airport has one terminal building for international flights and another for domestic flights, with a free shuttle between the two.

All major airlines serving New Zealand fly into Auckland Airport. Auckland is also well connected to the rest of the country with domestic flights operated by Air New Zealand, Jetstar and other providers.

Transport Options

The airport is located 20km south of the city centre, in the suburb of Mangere.
Inter-terminal bus service

A free bus runs between the international and domestic terminals every 15 minutes from 5am to 10.30pm daily. There is also a signposted walkway between the international and domestic terminals, which takes approximately 10 minutes.
Bus - SkyBus

$17 Adult One Way - takes approximately 45-60 minutes

SkyBus is the airport-to-city bus transfer service that operates 24/7 from Auckland Airport. SkyBus departs every 10 minutes during peak time. 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Please check their online timetable for departures.

Tickets are available online, from the SkyBus ticket kiosks (at Auckland Airport), or direct from your Driver (cash only sales onboard).

Adult: $17 One Way or $32 Return
Child (5-15yrs): $6 One Way or $12 Return
Family passes are available at $36 One Way (2 adults, 3 children) or $64 Return
Free travel for children only applies when accompanied by adults on a Family ticket

Shuttle

Approximately $33 for one person.

A shuttle is a cost effective way to travel into the city and takes approximately 1 hour. Discounts apply if two or more people are travelling together - approximately $8 per additional person. Shuttles are normally shared with other passenger groups. The shuttle’s travelling time depends on traffic conditions and the number of drop-offs or pick-ups along the way. Allow plenty of time to reach the airport for departing flights.
Taxi

Approximately $75 to $90 - about 30 minutes.

Taxi and shuttle ranks are located outside the arrivals area (door 8) at the international terminal and outside the Jetstar forecourt at the domestic terminal. The journey between the airport and the central city can take considerably longer during peak traffic periods. If you’re travelling to the airport by taxi, make sure you allow plenty of time. Taxis licensed to operate from the airport carry a value and service guarantee.
Car rental

Major rental car companies operate from both terminal buildings. Bookings are strongly recommended....

Boasting outdoor tennis courts, Peace and Plenty Inn Auckland is situated in Auckland and provides luxury accommodation. It also offers free Wi-Fi. This 5-star inn provides a beauty centre, a coffee bar and a 24-hour reception. A fitness centre can be readily accessed by those wishing to keep up their exercise regimes while away. The stylish rooms offer a refrigerator, a spa bath and wireless internet access. Each has a bathroom that provides a bathtub and bathrobes.

Those staying at the property can wake up to a satisfying breakfast prepared every morning, before venturing out from Inn Peace to explore the surrounding region. There is also the added convenience of an on-site restaurant. Peace and Plenty Inn features a golf course and is close to the area's well-known attractions. It is within a 20-minute stroll of Auckland Ferry Terminal and Britomart Transport Centre, which allows for convenient access in and around Auckland.

Pet friendly....