We are located less than a 10-minute drive from both the Auckland Airport International & Domestic Terminals, and we provide free shuttle service.
120 Greenwood Road, Māngere, Auckland 2022
Working Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:00-18:00
After Hours: Between 06:01 pm – 07:59 am (extra charges $100)
Dropping off your rental vehicle is simple and quick. Please keep the following in mind:
The shuttle service operates approximately every 30 minutes. Please ensure you allow enough time when planning your drop-off.
Auckland has been having a moment lately, hosting the America's Cup last year and unveiling a spate of new developments. The most recent addition is Commercial Bay, which has revolutionized the CBD's retail and hospitality scene. There's also the reinvigorated Viaduct Harbor, with several new luxury hotel offerings, and the Britomart precinct – an exquisite industrial transformation that has been two decades in the making.
Regardless of these world-class developments, most of Auckland's charm lies in its natural beauty, with pristine beaches, verdant volcanic peaks, and twin harbors facing the Pacific Ocean and the Tasman Sea.
International travelers often view Auckland as a stopover on the way to Queenstown or The Bay of Islands, but there are many reasons to make it a destination on any New Zealand itinerary and spend at least a few days experiencing all of the magical things it has to offer.
Milenta
Located in Victoria Park Market, Milenta is a stylish South American bistro where you can dine al fresco and marvel at the creations being whipped up in its open outdoor kitchen. Many of the dishes are cooked traditionally over a wood coal fire, creating a warming scent to fill the space. Try the pohutukawa smoked oysters or the kingfish tiraditos. After dinner, head over to its neighboring cocktail bar, The Shy Guy for a nightcap.
Kingi
Address: The Hotel Britomart, 30 Customs Street East, Auckland
Phone: 0800227786
Helmed by the visionary duo behind Ponsonby's popular Orphan's Kitchen, Kingi is an elegant all-day restaurant where you can enjoy sustainable seafood and delicious cocktails. Some of the signature dishes include the crayfish roll with carrot kimchi (a rendition of the classic lobster roll), Yellow Belly flounder, and Chatham Island blue cod wings. There's always a lively atmosphere and it's situated in the heart of Britomart, surrounded by some of the city's best nightlife, so it's a great place to begin a night on the town.
Visit Waiheke Island
Venture over to Waiheke Island for a day trip and explore the beautiful vineyards. There are several that are particularly notable, including Tantalus Estate and Mudbrick (which both boast elegant restaurants that are perfect for celebrating special occasions), and Man O'War, which is only accessible via boat. There are many beautiful beaches to visit (Oneroa, Palm Beach, and Onetangi are some of the best), and it's worth making a trip to The Island Gelato Co. in Oneroa Village for a scoop of amaretto icecream. From downtown Auckland, it's a 30-minute ferry ride, or if you're feeling extravagant, charter a helicopter and enjoy the spectacular views from above.
Walk around North Head
Head over to Devonport on the North Shore and walk around North Head Historic Reserve. The volcanic mountain is the country's most significant coastal defense site, with military relics that are still intact from the 1940s, built in anticipation of an invasion that never occurred. Its position affords some of the most stunning views of the Hauraki Gulf, the Auckland skyline, and Cheltenham Beach below.
Explore the West Coast Beaches
Spend a day exploring Auckland's black-sand beaches on the West Coast. Piha and Muriwai are popular surfing spots with rugged natural landscapes and scenic walking tracks. The currents can be extremely strong, so look out for the red flags that mark the designated safe zones to swim.
