Hotels near Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building Auckland

If thrills are what you're after, head to Rainbow's End, located 12 mi (19.3 km) from central Auckland. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and cafes, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at Rainbow's End, you'll love Vector Wero Whitewater Park, just a short walk away.

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Hunters Plaza in Papatoetoe. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Otara Markets.

You might want to practice your swing at Grange Golf Course, a golf course located 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from central Auckland. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If Grange Golf Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Akarana Golf Course / Keith Hay Park and Chamberlain Park Public Golf Course are all just a short drive away.

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Crater Hill in Mangere. Our travelers also like this walkable area for its port and restaurants.Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Ambury Regional Park and Auckland Botanical Gardens, both nearby.

If you'd like to get a taste of Auckland student life, check out Manukau Institute of Technology in Otara. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to Otara Markets in Otara and take in the atmosphere. There are also lots of shops, restaurants, and cafes in the area if you fancy a wander. Splash some more cash at Hunters Plaza.

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre in Manukau. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.