Siesta Motel

Things to do

Waiheke Island: a self-contained bubble of pure pleasure

Feel a world away, retreat into lazy days and drift from vineyard, olive grove to beach on Waiheke. Read the story . . . 

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Climb Rangitoto: Auckland's most iconic volcano

Summit the city's most iconic volcano, as well as its youngest and largest. Read the story . . . 

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Matakana Coast: markets, beaches and vineyards

Get away from it all and immerse yourself in a heady mix of arts, artisanal markets, boutique vineyards, olive groves, beautiful beaches and endless rolling hills. Read the story . . . 

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Te Henga Walkway: a wild and wonderful west coast walk

Walk the rugged cliff top from Bethells Beach/Te Henga to Murawai and drink in the most epic views of Auckland's wild west coast. Read the story . . . 

Auckland Botanic Gardens Visit website

With 64 hectares and over 10,000 plants to discover, a trip to the Auckland Botanic Gardens is a great way to spend the day. . . . More . . . 

Cornwall Park Visit website

Escape the "hustle & bustle" of Auckland City in beautiful Cornwall Park. Make the Cornwall Park Information Centre your first stop for brochures and park . . . More . . . 

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14 glorious ways to keep the kids entertained in Auckland on the weekends

14 of the coolest things to do in Auckland with the kids. Read the story . . . 

Out and about

Street food and markets: around the world in New Zealand

Foodie Delaney Mes chases bacon butties in Dunedin, downs dumpling and donuts in Auckland and buys her fresh veges on Wellington's windy waterfront.  Read the story . . .