Hilton Auckland

The waterfront Hilton Auckland has it all – sleek rooms, gorgeous views of the harbour and close proximity to the city’s restaurants, shops and attractions. With sundecks, private balconies and unrivaled views, the hotel is the perfect place to make your stay in the city a remarkable one.

Each of the 166 room and suites has floor-to-ceiling windows and a balcony, some looking out over Auckland Harbour and the islands of the Hauraki Gulf. Décor is neat and contemporary, in calming neutral tones. Book into a Bow Suite for a balcony shaped like a cruise liner.

The harbour informs much of the hotel’s design, including the FISH restaurant with warm timber tones and an outdoor deck with a fireplace. The dynamic menu focuses on creativity inspired by Chef Fraser Shenton and celebrity chef Gareth Stewart. Bring the day to a stylish close at Bellini Bar with over 130 cocktails to choose from. There are also cocktail classes available and a Twisted High Tea.

Head to the fourth floor and spend some time in the spectacular outdoor lap pool which has a window at one end allowing for an amazing view of the harbour; it’s the only underwater viewing point in Auckland.