The Porterhouse Blue Restaurant
September 12th, 2006Located in the village of Devonport, The Porterhouse Blue restaurant is much celebrated by Auckland’s diners. The restaurant is an 8-minute ferry ride from the city, with a courtesy bus collecting patrons from the wharf. The Porterhouse Blue restaurant boasts a charming, old-world décor and a menu to suit all tastes. The restaurant serves mostly European and traditional New Zealand food, and its portions are famously huge! The restaurant’s staff is never less than courteous and accommodating.
The Gulf Harbour Lodge
September 11th, 2006For anyone hoping to enjoy a relaxing, rejuvenating holiday in Auckland, the Gulf Harbour Lodge provides the perfect base. This luxury lodge is located 45 minutes north of the city on Hauraki Gulf. This Mediterranean-style lodge rests on the banks of a canal and it offers stunning views of the harbour. The Gulf Harbour Lodge is connected to an impressive Country Club that boasts a golf course, heated pool, squash and tennis courts and a gymnasium. The lodge contains 35 rooms and it is wheelchair accessible.
The CityLife Auckland Hotel
September 8th, 2006The CityLife Auckland is a luxury hotel located in the centre of the city. The hotel boasts large, suite-style rooms, with a simple, modern design. The CityLife Auckland is a Heritage Hotel located in the heart of Auckland’s exclusive shopping district known as the Golden Mile. The hotel is home to the Zest Restaurant and Bar, which overlooks the busting and fashionable Queen Street. The hotel is perfectly located for anyone hoping to enjoy the sights and explore this wonderful city.
The Sky Tower
September 7th, 2006One of the most striking landmarks in Auckland’s skyline is the impressive Sky Tower. Located on the corner of Federal and Victoria Streets (close to the harbour and the business district) the tower stands 328 metres tall and it is the tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere. The Sky Tower offers visitors a fascinating audiovisual trip through the history of Auckland, as well as stunning views across the city from the structure’s observation deck. The Tower also boasts two restaurants that turn at one revolution per hour.
Auckland Zoo
September 6th, 2006Auckland Zoo offers a wonderful family day-out for all visitors. The zoo is located close to the city’s business district, and it has recently undergone some impressive refurbishments. Auckland Zoo is home to a large number of fascinating zones, including a primate trail, a rainforest area and an aviary of native species. The zoo also supports a number of worldwide conservation efforts and plenty of local wildlife projects. The zoo is open every day except Christmas Day, and the entrance fee is $18 for adults and $9 for children – with discount family rates offered.
Hotels in Auckland Blog Live
August 31st, 2006Welcome to our Hotels in Auckland Blog. We will in the coming weeks and months be updating this blog on a regular basis to ensure that we have as much useful information as possible for travellers to Auckland. We are happy to recommend our main site for all Hotels in Auckland.