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The North Island is home to the international gateway, Auckland – a city located between two harbors and devoted to sailing culture. Auckland is a cosmopolitan city, with a population of over one million. It boasts a thriving cultural scene, with museums and galleries. The Auckland Museum houses the world’s largest collection of Maori artifacts. Rotorua, toward the center of the North Island, is an area steeped in Maori culture. Visit the Maori Arts and Crafts Centre, or take part in an evening 'Hangi' (feast) with a traditional song and dance show. You can even visit a replica Maori village, to learn what life was like in New Zealand before the arrival of European settlers. At the southern end of the North Island lies Wellington, capital of New Zealand. Here, you can visit the Parliament buildings, botanic gardens, or the acclaimed Te Papa Museum of New Zealand. With over 350 restaurants, bars, and cafés, Wellington has more dining choices per capita than New York City. NEW ZEALAND HOTELS & RESORTS
Select your Auckland, Wellington & Rorotua hotels
The North Island Hotels
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171 Queen St. In the heart of the city, close to shopping, entertainment and the waterfront.
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212 air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV. Suites have full kitchen, separate lounge and dining, and ...
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Located in central Auckland, just a ten-minute walk from Queen Street. The hotel has 110 rooms, all of which feature ensuite facilities, air-conditioning, cable TV, minibar, iron and ironing board, and tea and coffee making facilities. Hotel ...
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196 Quay Street, situated in one of the finest locations, right on the waterfront. Only a short stroll to the Viaduct Basin, with immediate access to the central business district, shopping, bars and ...
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Corner Waterloo Quadrant and Princes Street, close to business, shopping and entertainment areas.
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364 air-conditioned rooms with mini bar and TV. Hotel features restaurant, bar, coffee shop, ...
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Corner of Froude and Tryon Streets, overlooking the legendary Te Puia Thermal Reserve and Historic Village.
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203 air-conditioned rooms with balcony(some rooms), mini bar and TV. Hotel features a ...
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Open your mind to New Zealand’s extraordinary landscape. You’ll discover places and feelings that go beyond your realm of experience. Whether you’re looking for high adventure, total relaxation or touring the sights – the ...
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Hotel Ibis Rotorua is part of the Accor hotels chain, on the shores of Lake Rotorua and adjacent the cosmopolitan café district, only minutes' walk to the Rotorua city center and in close proximity to many of Rotorua's most popular tourist ...
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A 1 hour drive from Rotorua or 3 hours from Auckland. Huka Lodge is set in 17 acres of lawn, trees and gardens along the Waikato River. Beautifully appointed lodges offer privacy and perfect ...
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Corner Waterloo Quadrant and Princes Street, close to business, shopping and entertainment areas.
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364 air-conditioned rooms with mini bar and TV. Hotel features restaurant, bar, coffee shop, ...
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Approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes drive from Auckland, or 1 hour flight from Auckland to Keri Keri. Set near Matauri Bay on 6,000 acres overlooking Cape Brett.
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16 Deluxe and 6 Standard suites ...
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Eruera Street. Just a short stroll from the shore of Lake Rotorua.
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227 air-conditioned rooms with mini bar and TV. Hotel features a restaurants, bar, gym, sauna, spa pools, swimming pool and tour ...
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St Mary’s Bay Auckland, overlooking Auckland Harbor Bridge and inner Waitemata Harbor.
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16 spacious luxury suites, each with its own balcony and unique interior features. Unlimited in-room ...
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Eruera Street. Just a short stroll from the shore of Lake Rotorua.
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227 air-conditioned rooms with mini bar and TV. Hotel features a restaurants, bar, gym, sauna, spa pools, swimming pool and tour ...
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Only a 10-minute drive from the heart of Rotorua, situated on Kawaha Point Road on the edge of Lake Rotorua.
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9 spacious, air-conditioned, exquisitely furnished suites with balcony, satellite TV, ...
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Corner of Victoria and Federal Streets. Centrally-located, the SKYCITY complex includes Auckland’s only casino.
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344 air-conditioned rooms with mini bar and satellite TV. Hotel features 6 ...
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Situated on a 6,000 acre sheep and cattle farm a 55 minute flight from Auckland or Wellington. In the heart of Hawke’s Bay, one of New Zealand’s premier wine regions.
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22 ...
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83 Symonds Street, within walking distance of the spectacular waterfront, commercial center, shopping and nightlife.
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410 air-conditioned rooms with internet access and TV. Hotel features 3 ...
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9 miles from Rotorua. Situated on 2,500 acres of secluded native forest and in the heart of the trout fishing capital of the world. Treetops Lodge offers the ultimate in world-class luxury.
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Set in over 5,000 acres of private land, 11/2 hours from Wellington.
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12 private cottage suites with under-floor heating, lounge, fireplace, double bath, and separate shower. Lodge features ...
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Size, Location, Population
1,400 miles east of Australia, New Zealand consists of two major islands
(the North Island and the South Island) and one smaller island (Stewart
Island). It is 1,000 miles long, and approximately the same size as
Great Britain, with a population of only 3.5 million.
Time Zones
Pacific Standard Time + 19 hours (+18 hours during Pacific Daylight
Time).
Entry Formalities
You must have a passport valid for at least 6 months following your
departure from New Zealand. A visa is not required for US citizens
for stays under 90 days.
Currency
New Zealand dollar. Decimal currency system. Notes: $5, $20, $50,
$100. Coins: 5¢, 10¢, 20¢ and 50¢, $1 and $2.
Bank Hours
Banks are open Monday to Friday, 9:30am-4pm.
Departure Tax
NZ$25 per person.
Electricity
230 volts, 50Hz. Most hotels provide 110V outlets for electric razors.
Most power outlets accept three-pin flat plugs or similar adapters.
Language
English is the common language of New Zealanders. The Maori people
have their own tongue, which is the country's only indigenous language.
Shopping
Monday through Thursday, 9am-5:30pm. Fridays, 9am-9pm. Exceptions:
In some areas, late night shopping is Thursday, and in most cities
shops are open Saturday mornings. Some shopping malls are open Sunday.
New Zealand is perhaps best-known for its sheepskin products, but
you will also find paua shell (abalone) and greenstone (jade) jewelry,
woodcarvings, and many other handicrafts.
Tipping
Tipping is not the custom, nor are service charges added. In restaurants,
for special service, 10% is an appropriate amount. For taxi drivers
or porters, NZ$1 will suffice for normal service.
Climate
Temperate climate - subtropical in the north,and colder in the alpine
regions of the south.
Food
The traditional Maori feast is the hangi - food cooked in baskets,
in the ground, over hot stones, similar to a luau. There's no shortage
of good meat and fresh vegetables. Fish and shellfish are always
available, although if you are a trout lover, you must catch your
own. The Bluff oyster is seasonal (April to July), but cultivated
rock oysters are available fresh almost year 'round. A traditional
dessert is the pavlova - meringue covered in loads of whipped cream,
topped off with fresh fruit. The major cities have a wide range
of excellent restaurants serving cuisine of many different nationalities.
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