Half Moon Bay Motel (Auckland, New Zealand)

Half Moon Bay Motel offers basic accommodation a stone’s throw from the marina and ferry services to Waiheke Island. The centre of Auckland with its attractions is a 25-minute car journey. Studio, one and two-bedroom apartments are available all with a private bathroom. Mod cons include satellite television, a fridge and a tea/coffee maker and the desk is handy for a spot of work or postcard writing. Half Moon Bay Motel offers free parking and the vending machines are ideal for late-night refreshments. The garden area is a popular place to unwind with a drink from the lounge bar. Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast for an extra fee. There is also a selection of eateries in the nearby marina including A & J Café and Gouemon Japanese Restaurant. Mount Smart Stadium, seven miles away, plays host to rugby matches and pop concerts. For a close-up view of sharks and other sea creatures, Kelly Tarlton’s Sea Life Aquarium is a 26-minute drive.