Auckland Cheap Hotels

Are you planning a trip to Auckland, New Zealand? Exciting! As you start to research and make accommodations for your stay, you might come across a variety of hotel options. While luxury accommodations may seem enticing, have you considered staying at a cheap hotel? In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why choosing cheap hotels when travelling to Auckland can be a smart and budget-friendly choice.

First and foremost, let's talk about the cost savings. Auckland is a beautiful city known for its stunning scenery, vibrant culture, and abundance of activities. However, it can also be quite expensive. By opting for a cheap hotel, you can dramatically cut down on your accommodation expenses, leaving you with more money to explore the city and indulge in local experiences. After all, who wants to spend a fortune on a hotel room when there's so much to see and do outside?

Another advantage of staying at a cheap hotel in Auckland is that it allows you to experience the city like a local. Many budget hotels are located in neighborhoods where locals live, giving you the opportunity to immersing yourself in the local culture. You can mingle with the locals at nearby cafes, try the hidden gems of local cuisine, and experience the authentic charm of Auckland that might be missed if you were staying in a more touristy area.

Moreover, cheap hotels often offer basic amenities and services that are more than sufficient for a comfortable stay. Most budget accommodations provide clean and comfortable rooms, Wi-Fi access, and hot showers – all the essentials you need for a pleasant stay in the city. By forgoing unnecessary frills and luxuries, you can focus your budget on creating unforgettable memories and exploring Auckland's stunning landscapes, such as the iconic Auckland Sky Tower or the serene Waiheke Island.

So, why choose expensive luxury hotels when travelling to Auckland, New Zealand, when cheap hotels can offer you a budget-friendly experience without compromising on comfort and convenience? In the following sections of this blog post, we will delve deeper into the benefits of choosing cheap hotels, offer tips for finding the best deals, and highlight some of the top affordable accommodations in Auckland. Get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure without breaking the bank!

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Columbia Apartments Econo Lodge City Central Cascades Motor Lodge Auckland Airport Kiwi Motel Best Cheap Hotels In Auckland Ibis Budget Auckland Airport Empire Apartments Jucy Snooze Hotel Cheap Hotels In Downtown Auckland Kiwi International Hotel Auckland Airport Kiwi Hotel Auckland Airport Motel

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Columbia Apartments

📍 15 Whitaker Place

Offering a convenience store and a mini market, Columbia Apartments Auckland lies in Auckland Central Business District with mainstream fashion stores along Queen Street, and trendy boutiques and oyster bars in the heritage buildings of Britomart, within 16 minutes' walk of Aotea Public Square and at a 1 km distance from Queen Street. Featuring 21 rooms with views of the city, this aparthotel is set within a 10-minute drive of Auckland Zoo.

The Columbia is placed about 25 km from Auckland airport and within a minutes' drive of such cultural venues as Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki. About a 16-minute walk from the property, business travellers will find the impossible-to-miss SkyTower. The accommodation allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Wintergarden Fish Pond about 1.7 km away. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Auckland War Memorial Museum, 10 minutes by car from the 3-star Columbia Apartments. The nearest bus stop Whitaker Place is a mere 150 metres away.

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Econo Lodge City Central

📍 37 Wellesley Street

Located at 550 metres of such natural attractions as the filled Albert Park, the 3-star Econo Lodge City Central Auckland includes a storage room and a restaurant. This Auckland hotel provides guests with Wi Fi in public areas.

The property is placed in the very heart of Auckland, within an easy walking distance to the impossible-to-miss SkyTower. SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium, a 10-minute ride away, is definitely a must-see for family tourists in Auckland. The hotel is located at 350 metres of Aotea Centre in Auckland. Econo Lodge City Central is at 200 metres of Auckland - Central bus station, and Auckland War Memorial Museum is 5 minutes' drive away.

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Cascades Motor Lodge

📍 244 Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga

The perfect Cascades Motor Lodge Auckland is set within 3.8 km of Stockade Hill and 20 minutes' walk from the suburban Westfield Pakuranga Shopping Centre. This pet-friendly motel also offers Wi Fi in public areas.

The property is placed about 25 km from Auckland airport and a stroll from such cultural venues as the living museum "Howick Historical Village". The hotel is also within 15 minutes' drive of such natural sights as Cornwall Park. This perfect accommodation is about a 10-minute ride from UXBRIDGE Arts & Culture. The Boulevard bus stop is located really close to Cascades Motor Lodge.

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Auckland Airport Kiwi Motel

📍 144 Mckenzie Road

Offering a restaurant and a lobby area, Auckland Airport Kiwi Motel lies in the Auckland Airport district, 10 minutes by car from Otuataua Stonefields and 3.1 km from Ambury Regional Park. Featuring 32 rooms with views of the courtyard, the motel is set within 20 minutes' walk of Ambury Park.

The property is located in the heart of Auckland, near an underground station. Cultural sights in the area are Mangere Bridge (3.5 km) and TSB Wallace Arts Centre (6 km). This 3-star hotel also gives access to sports attractions like the miniature Treasure Island Adventure Golf, which is around 3.9 km away. Auckland airport lies 10 km away from Auckland Airport Kiwi Motel and it takes about 10 minutes by car to get there.

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Ibis Budget Auckland Airport

📍 2 Leonard Isitt Drive

The 3-star Ibis Budget Auckland Airport Hotel is placed in a popular area of Auckland, nearly a 10-minute ride from Racecourse and 0.9 km from Butterfly Creek. Located approximately a 15-minute drive from Ambury Park, this urban design hotel features 198 rooms with views of the courtyard.

The eco-friendly property lies in the heart of Auckland, in the Auckland Airport district, right off Auckland Airport Shopping Centre. The designer Ibis Budget Auckland Airport is also within 10 minutes' drive of such natural sights as Crater Hill Volcano. The nearby entertainment attractions of Auckland include Grange Golf Course, which is around 15 minutes away by car. Ibis Budget Auckland Airport Hotel is located 1 km from Auckland airport and within easy walking distance of Leonard Isitt Drive bus stop.

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Hotels in Auckland

Hotel with a view 🔍 Columbia Apartments
Hotel with balcony 🌤️ Econo Lodge City Central
Top Hotel for couples 💑 Cascades Motor Lodge

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Empire Apartments

📍 21 Whitaker Place

The 3-star Empire Apartments Auckland offers 74 rooms, situated a 5-minute ride from Reflection Pond. This Auckland hotel provides Wi-Fi for additional charge throughout the property.

The modern property has a private location within walking distance from the vibrant SKYCITY Auckland Casino, while shopping venues like the vast public plaza "Aotea Square" are just 1.3 km away. Guests can visit Classic Comedy Club, set approximately 10 minutes on foot from the hotel, as well as the Catholic church "St Patrick's Cathedral", which is a 17-minute walk away. The area is notable for educational places like Auckland University of Technology, situated not very far from the accommodation. Whitaker Place bus stop is 150 metres away.

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Jucy Snooze Hotel

📍 62 Emily Place

The 3-star Jucy Snooze Hotel Auckland is located a 17-minute stroll from the impossible-to-miss SkyTower and offers storage for belongings and a restaurant. Guests can benefit from private parking available for NZD 15 per day on site.

This eco-friendly hotel is placed in the heart of Auckland Central Business District with mainstream fashion stores along Queen Street, and trendy boutiques and oyster bars in the heritage buildings of Britomart, relatively near Spark Arena. The Jucy Snooze is within 6 minutes' stroll of Central City Library and 25 km from Auckland airport. There is Odyssey Sensory Maze Theme Park a 17-minute walk away, and Auckland Ferry Terminal bus station within close distance of the property.

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Kiwi International Hotel

📍 411 Queen Street

Featuring a vending machine and a lift, Kiwi International Hotel Auckland offers accommodation nearly a 13-minute stroll from the vibrant SKYCITY Auckland Casino.

This hotel in Auckland Central Business District with mainstream fashion stores along Queen Street, and trendy boutiques and oyster bars in the heritage buildings of Britomart, is set around a 13-minute stroll from Odyssey Sensory Maze Theme Park and 1.7 km from such shopping venues as Victoria Park Market. The Kiwi International is located within 5 minutes' stroll of Queen Street and 10 minutes by car from Viaduct Harbour. You can easily visit the long-running underground Ink Club, situated in the immediate vicinity of the accommodation. Queen Street / Karangahape Road bus stop lies a mere 5 minutes' stroll away.

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Auckland Airport Kiwi Hotel

📍 150 Mckenzie Road, Mangere

At a 36 km distance from Otuataua Stonefields, the 3-star Auckland Airport Kiwi Hotel includes 51 rooms. This Auckland hotel entices guests with parking, available on site.

The property is placed about 10 km from Auckland airport and at a 7 km distance from such cultural venues as TSB Wallace Arts Centre. The hotel offers proximity to such natural sights as Ambury Park (1.8 km) and Crater Hill Volcano (4.4 km). The accommodation is situated at a 3.9 km distance from Butterfly Creek. The bus stop Kirkbride Road is located within short walking distance from Auckland Airport Kiwi Hotel.

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Auckland Airport Motel

📍 138 Mckenzie Road

Set within 10 minutes' drive of Mangere Bridge, the 3-star Auckland Airport Motel features Wi-Fi in public areas as well as public parking on site. This Auckland motel is in the Auckland Airport district of Auckland, about a 25-minute stroll from such natural sights as Ambury Park.

The property is located in a tourist area of Auckland, nearly a 15-minute ride from TSB Wallace Arts Centre. Mount Smart Stadium in Auckland is 15 minutes by car from the hotel. The nearby entertainment attractions of Auckland include Grange Golf Course, which is about a 15-minute ride away. Kirkbride Road bus stop is situated just a short stroll from Auckland Airport Motel.

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President Hotel Auckland

📍 27-35 Victoria Street West

The 3-star President Hotel Auckland is situated in Auckland Central Business District with mainstream fashion stores along Queen Street, and trendy boutiques and oyster bars in the heritage buildings of Britomart, at an 18 km distance from Domain Wintergardens and features 117 rooms with views of the city. Wi-Fi is offered in the rooms as well as a currency exchange and a lift are available on site.

The President Hotel Auckland has a wonderful location within close distance of the dove-myer Robinson park "Parnells On The Rose Garden", while shopping venues like Victoria Park Market are approximately 0.9 km away. Popular natural sights near this Auckland hotel are Albert Public Park (600 meters) and Odyssey Sensory Maze Theme Park (0.6 km). Staying at the smoke-free accommodation you'll be merely a 5-minute walk from the Catholic church "St Patrick's Cathedral" and Queen Street. President Hotel Auckland is located in the heart of Auckland near a bus stop.

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Avondale Motor Inn

📍 85 Ash Street, Avondale

Located in the heart of Auckland, Avondale Motor Inn offers fast access to Auckland Zoo, which helps break from routine and stands 10 minutes away by car. This inn in Avondale, which is one of the 21 administrative divisions for the Auckland Council has a swimming pool, as well as parking on site.

The accommodation is situated within 25 minutes' walk of Oakley Creek Waterfall and within 4.7 km of Western Springs Park. Cultural sights in the area are Museum of Transport and Technology (4.9 km) and the destination Te Uru Waitakere Contemporary Gallery (6 km). Around a 15-minute ride from Ponsonby is a perk for guests staying at this 3-star hotel. A local bus stop 121 Ash Street is only 250 metres away.

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Alpers Lodge & Conference Centre

📍 16 Alpers Avenue, Newmarket

Placed 2.1 km from the approximately 6 ha large Newmarket Park, which offers the thrill of discovering something beautiful, the 3-star Alpers Lodge & Conference Centre Auckland offers a restaurant and storage for belongings. There is Wi Fi, provided throughout the property.

The smoke-free motel is located in Newmarket with hundreds of world-beating stores, 10 minutes' drive from the impossible-to-miss SkyTower and within a 5-minute drive of ASB Showgrounds. The public research University Of Auckland is approximately 5 minutes by car from the Alpers Lodge & Conference Centre, and Auckland airport is 20 km away. This Auckland property also lies near a train station.

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Ibis Budget Auckland Central

📍 20 Wyndham Street

Set nearly 15 minutes' walk from Day Street, the 3-star Ibis Budget Auckland Central Aparthotel features Wi Fi in public areas as well as public parking nearby. Not too far from Viaduct Harbour, the modern hotel is located in the very heart of Auckland Central Business District with mainstream fashion stores along Queen Street, and trendy boutiques and oyster bars in the heritage buildings of Britomart.

The Ibis Budget Auckland Central Aparthotel is near a train station and around a 6-minute walk from the impossible-to-miss SkyTower. SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre is just 6 minutes' walk away, and there is Queen Street nearby. The nearby cultural experience includes New Zealand Maritime Museum, which is 9 minutes' walk away. SkyCity Terminal bus station, allowing a good connection throughout the city, is opposite to Ibis Budget Auckland Central Aparthotel.

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Sai Motels - Greenlane Auckland

📍 385 Great South Road. Greenlane

Nestled in the Ellerslie-Greenlane district of Auckland, the 3-star Sai Motels - Greenlane Auckland is around 10 minutes by car from culture-oriented attractions like Mangere Bridge. This budget motel also offers guests WiFi throughout the property.

The family property is situated within 20 minutes' walk of Waiatarua Reserve and within a short walking distance to Spotless Services Limited. Mount Eden is approximately 10 minutes' drive from the hotel, and Auckland airport is 20 km away. The accommodation lies approximately 15 minutes' drive from the impossible-to-miss SkyTower. Sai Motels - Greenlane Auckland is located in the very heart of Auckland close to a train station.

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The Chancellor On Hobson

📍 1 Hobson Street

Featuring a currency exchange and a lift, the 3-star Hotel Grand Chancellor - Auckland City is located in Auckland Central Business District with mainstream fashion stores along Queen Street, and trendy boutiques and oyster bars in the heritage buildings of Britomart, a 9-minute walk from Britomart. Set just a short walk away from the impossible-to-miss SkyTower, this Auckland aparthotel has a swimming pool and also includes a Jacuzzi, sauna facilities and an indoor pool.

The Grand Chancellor - Auckland City puts you right in the centre of Auckland, 850 metres from such entertainment sites as Aotea Centre. The property offers proximity to such natural sights as the mature Eden Garden (3.6 km) and the approximately 6 ha large Newmarket Park (2.8 km). There is Day Street about a 20-minute walk away, and SkyCity Terminal bus station within an easy walking distance to the accommodation. Also, a train station is located near Hotel Grand Chancellor - Auckland City.

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Ellerslie Palms Motel

📍 384 Ellerslie-Panmure Highway, Mt Wellington

The 3-star Ellerslie Palms Motel is a great place to stay in the Mount Wellington district of Auckland, within 15 minutes' walk of Mt. Wellington. This pet friendly motel also offers Wi Fi throughout the property.

A prime location near a tube station provides quick access to Mt Smart Stadium, which is approximately 3.1 km away. Ellerslie Events Centre is around a 10-minute drive from the hotel, and Auckland airport is 20 km away. Located 7 km from the property, Holy Trinity Cathedral is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.

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Howick Motor Lodge

📍 682 Pakuranga Road, Howick

The 3-star Howick Motor Lodge Auckland is set 1.9 km from Wakaaranga Creek Reserve and within a 5-minute drive of Half Moon Bay Marina. This pet friendly motel features Wi Fi in the rooms and free private parking on site.

The environmentally friendly property puts you in the very heart of Auckland, 5 minutes by car from Glenfern Sanctuary. Cultural sights in the area include the living museum "Howick Historical Village", which is a 20-minute stroll away. This Auckland hotel is placed at a moderate distance from Eden Park. Howick Motor Lodge is located 25 km from Auckland airport and relatively near Highland Park Drive bus stop.

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Ibis Auckland Ellerslie Hotel

📍 72-112 Green Lane East

Located at a 2.8 km distance from a popular entertainment attraction like the public Stardome the Auckland Observatory, the 3-star Ibis Auckland Ellerslie Hotel offers modern comforts like a vending machine and a lift. Boasting a 24-hour front desk and wake up service, this eco-friendly hotel also provides guests with a xerox and a desk.

Set 6 minutes on foot from Mt Victoria & North Head, the smoke-free accommodation is within 3.1 km of the mature Eden Garden. The Ibis Auckland Ellerslie is nearly a 10-minute drive from Mt Smart Stadium and next to Ellerslie Events Centre. This Auckland property is placed at a medium distance from Mission Bay. Also, Ibis Auckland Ellerslie Hotel is about a 10-minute ride from ASB Showgrounds. The accommodation is near a motorway and Mercy Ascot Hospital bus stop is only 250 metres away.

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Auckland Rose Park Hotel

📍 92-102 Gladstone Road, Parnell

Located within 10 minutes' drive of Day Street, the comfortable 3-star Auckland Rose Park Hotel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and a free private carpark. There is a motorway close to the environmentally friendly hotel, and guests can easily reach the dove-myer Robinson park "Parnells On The Rose Garden" which is just 150 metres away.

This Auckland property has a central location 25 minutes' walk from Newmarket. As a plus for business travellers, the Rose Park Auckland is within 2.1 km of the impossible-to-miss SkyTower. Nature lovers will enjoy exploring gardens directly opposite the comfortable accommodation. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Auckland War Memorial Museum, just 1.7 km from Auckland Rose Park Hotel.

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Middlemore Motel

📍 133 Mangere Road

The 3-star Middlemore Motel Auckland is set within 25 minutes' walk of Grange Golf Course and around a 10-minute drive from the traditional shopping mall "Hunter's Plaza". The motel also features Wi Fi in public areas.

The accommodation is located in the very heart of Auckland, near a train station. This Auckland hotel offers proximity to such natural sights as Cornwall Park (2.8 km) and Crater Hill Volcano (3.7 km). Ambury Park is set a 15-minute ride from the property.

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Allenby Park Hotel

📍 477 Great South Road

Featuring Wi Fi in public areas, Allenby Park Hotel Auckland sits around 25 minutes on foot from Rainbow's End Theme Park. Set in the very heart of Auckland, the hotel offers 68 rooms overlooking the garden.

This Auckland property in Manukau with a good number of things to see and do, 1.8 km from Manukau Square. Guests can find Auckland Botanic Gardens a 15-minute ride from the comfortable hotel. The accommodation enjoys a great location close to many restaurants, pubs and golf courses. The 3-star Allenby Park Hotel also provides access to shopping attractions like the traditional shopping mall "Hunter's Plaza", which are 1.5 km away. The nearest bus stop Lloyd Avenue is 350 metres away.

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Rayland Motel

📍 12 Lakewood Court

The comfortable 3-star Rayland Motel Auckland is set within 15 minutes' walk of the 9.3 hectares Rainbow's End Theme Park and 10 minutes by car from Native National Forest hikes. Boasting a location just a pleasant stroll away from Manukau Square, the family motel features 12 rooms as well as a luggage room and a restaurant.

The property puts you in the heart of Auckland, 10 minutes' drive from Auckland Botanic Gardens. Shopping venues in the area include Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre (1.2 km) and the traditional shopping mall "Hunter's Plaza" (3.4 km). There is a wide range of a cinema and restaurants within walking distance of this Auckland hotel. Such entertainment attractions as Grange Golf Course are also about 4.3 km away. The comfortable accommodation is near a train station.

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No. 9 Hotel

📍 9 Manukau Road

The 3-star No. 9 Hotel Auckland includes 63 rooms and is within a 5-minute drive of the approximately 6 ha large Newmarket Park. The hotel also features Wi-Fi in the rooms.

The accommodation has a prime setting 5 minutes' drive from Queen Street, while natural sights like the two independent Cornwall Park are about 2.6 km away. Auckland War Memorial Museum in Auckland is 10 minutes by car from the hotel. In addition, a café and restaurants are located near the property. No. 9 Hotel is at 500 metres of Texan Art Schools and so close to Event. Alpers Avenue bus stop is 5 minutes on foot from the accommodation.

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Sylvia Park Motel

📍 153 Mt. Wellington Highway, Mt. Wellington

Overlooking the garden, the 3-star Sylvia Park Motel is within 5 minutes' drive of Mt. Wellington in Auckland. There is a car park on site and Wi-Fi in public areas.

This motel is placed about 20 km from Auckland airport and nearly a 15-minute ride from such cultural venues as TSB Wallace Arts Centre. Sylvia Park Shopping Centre is merely 650 metres from the hotel and Mount Smart Stadium is around 2.8 km away. The accommodation is also about a 10-minute drive from Waiatarua Reserve. Jarman Road bus stop is a super close walk to Sylvia Park Motel.

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Rayland Epsom Motel

📍 98 Great South Road, Newmarket

Set around 10 minutes by car from the filled Albert Park, the 2-star Rayland Epsom Motel Auckland features WiFi throughout the property as well as a free private carpark on site. The smoke-free motel is situated in the heart of Auckland, at a 3.5 km distance from such cultural attractions as Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki.

The property is located in a market area of Auckland, around 25 minutes' walk from Auckland War Memorial Museum. The Rayland Epsom Motel Auckland offers proximity to family venues such as Auckland Zoo (6 km) and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium (4.8 km). The nearby entertainment attractions of Auckland include the public Stardome the Auckland Observatory, which is around 3 km away. Rayland Epsom Motel is near a train station and Dilworth bus stop is less than 5 minutes' walk away.

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