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( 09-445 7100;
www.aucklandtakapunaoaks.co.nz
;
1 Beresford St, Bayswater; apt $160-300; )
Spa-
cious apartments (with full kitchens and laundry facilities) on a peaceful peninsula that's
close to beaches and a short ferry ride from the city. Breakfast, plus harbour and city
views, is included.
Jet Park
MAP
HOTEL
$$
( 09-275 4100;
www.jetpark.co.nz
;
63 Westney Rd, Mangere; r $120-150; )
Comfortable
rooms and a decent vibe; with departure screens in the lobby and free airport shuttles,
there's no excuse for missing your flight.
Grange Lodge
MAP
MOTEL
$$
(
09-277 8280;
www.manukauaccommodation.co.nz
;
cnr Grange & Great South Rds, Papatoetoe; units $125-190;
)
If you've driven up from the south, consider staying at this friendly little suburb-
an motel that's handy for the airport. From the Southern Motorway, take the East Tamaki
Rd exit, turn right and right again onto Great South Rd.
Nautical Nook
MAP
B&B
$$
GOOGLE MAP
( 09-521 2544;
www.nauticalnook.com
; 23b Watene Cres, Orakei; s/d $108/162; )
If you're a sailing
buff you'll find a kindred spirit in Keith, who runs this cosy homestay with his wife Trish.
The lounge and terrace have views over the harbour, and the beach is close.
Eating
Because of its size and ethnic diversity, Auckland tops the country when it comes to din-
ing options and quality. Lively eateries have sprung up to cater to the many Asian stu-
dents, and offer inexpensive Japanese, Chinese and Korean staples. If you're on a budget,
you'll fall in love with the city's food halls.
Aucklanders demand good coffee, so you never have to walk too far to find a decent
cafe, especially in suburbs like Ponsonby, Mt Eden and Kingsland. Some double as wine
bars or have gourmet aspirations, while others are content to fill their counters with fresh,
reasonably priced snacks.
