Papakura Central
Auckland
Visit Papakura Central
Popular places to visit
Sky Tower
Gaze at the view across Auckland from the top of New Zealand’s tallest tower while dining in a rotating restaurant, or take a dive in a cable-controlled jump.
Eden Park
Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Auckland Ferry Terminal
Combining historic architecture with modern facilities, Auckland’s harbourside transport terminal is the place to embark on an adventure or simply sit with a coffee and watch the world go by.
SkyCity Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your travels in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Auckland Zoo
The pygmy marmoset and the massive white rhino are among the rare wildlife you’ll find here, along with species from across New Zealand and beyond.
Princes Wharf
During your trip to Auckland, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Top hotels in Papakura Central
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Perfect location and so central. Amenities are fantastic and the pool and spa facilities are stunning. Communication/customer service was a slight let down from reception and “loosing our bag” (was found after a long 10 mins in the storage room tucked away behind bigger suitcases)
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Room was great, staff were amazing
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Clean and spacious room. Very quiet for an airport hotel. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
The room was very nice and the buffet breakfast was great. So relaxing to stay right at the airport for a next day flight. They also had luggage carts outside to make it easy to get your bags to the airport.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Beautiful, spacious room. Wonderful customer service from staff.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
ibis budget Auckland Airport
We were able to arrange a late checkout due to an evening flight, and it was easy and reasonably priced. The room is quite small, but has everything that you might need for a short stay. The bathroom, while small, has a nice shower with a handheld. The nicest touch of all is a free laundry on the ...
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Papakura Central
Manukau
Travelers come to Manukau for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre and Rainbow's End while you're in town.
Auckland Airport
If you're spending some time in Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek and Auckland Airport Sculpture Park are top sights worth seeing.
Mangere
Mangere is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Otuataua Stonefields and JKs Driving Range while you're in town.
Mount Wellington
Shopping, restaurants, and lake views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Mount Wellington. Make a stop by Sylvia Park Shopping Center or Flat Rock Reserve while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Ellerslie
Restaurants, shopping, and spas highlight some of the notable features of Ellerslie. Make a stop by Ellerslie Racecourse while you're exploring.
Epsom
Unique features of Epsom include the theaters and spas. Make a stop by Alexandra Park or ASB Showgrounds while you're exploring the area.
