Explore the South Eastern Regions of Auckland

The best things to do near Botany Downs

Nesuto Apartment Newhaven is located in East Tamaki, which means there are lots of great attractions for tourists, all within a short distance. Discover interesting places in Auckland and nearby Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple offers a different culture with beautiful traditions and the annual Cherry Blossom Festival in November. There is ample parking for visitors and a vegetarian restaurant offering delicious luncheons.

Extreme Indoor Karts offers loads of fun for the not so faint hearted. The course is well laid out with a few sharp turns.

Hawthorn Dene Historic Country Café – Coffee Shop. Great ambience in a hidden garden with playground for children. Entrance off Botany Road next to Kings Plant Barn. Don’t miss the opportunity to spot a beautiful Maori carving immediately to the right of the entrance along the gravel road.

Paradice Ice Skating offers lessons, events, group bookings, sports and much more. Situated within walking distance from Newhaven.

Stroll along the iconic Eastern Beach which overlooks the Tamaki Strait. This scenic walk is flat and great for people of all abilities. Also great for Kayaking and Canoeing.

Maraetai Beach is around 13km away great for swimming or jumping off the wharf.

Auckland Botanic Gardens situated on 64-hectares, and a short 9Km drive from Newhaven. The collections of natives and exotics are complimented by lakes and the award-winning Potter Children’s Garden. Explore the large scale of outdoor sculptures by New Zealand artists.

Explore Auckland from Nesuto Newhaven

STAY & PLAY GUIDE

Auckland Town Hall

Civic Theatre

People crowded in the Queens street near Nesuto Hotels

Queen St

Skytower

Aotea Centre

University of Auckland

AUT University

Auckland City Hospital

Starship Childrens Hospital

Manukau Super Clinic

Ormiston Hospital

Middlemore Hospital

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

There are 5 ways to get from Botany Town Centre to Auckland CBD by bus, train, taxi, car or towncar. https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Auckland-CBD/Botany-Town-Centre

The inner Link bus is your best way to get around the inner city areas of Auckland CBD and outer suburbs: Parnell, Newmarket, Grafton, Ponsonby, K' Rd, Victoria Park, SkyCity, Queen St and Britomart. Catch the inner link bus from Britomart Transport Centre, Auckland City's public transport hub, 1.5km away at the harbour end of Queen St.

Visit at.govt.nz to plan your journey, or download the official Auckland transport app AT Mobile for android & ios

TAXIS

Whether it is getting to-and-from Auckland Airport, or getting around Auckland City, we recommend Auckland Co-Op's Blue Bubble Taxis. Their vehicles are all of a top standard, and they offer a safe, comfortable journey at competitive rates.

Book online, phone 09-300-3000 or hail one of their white vehicles - just look for the blue bubble!

CAR HIRE

Located at Auckland Airport, a range of quality rental vehicles can be found at competitive prices.

CAR PARKING

Most parking within Auckland City must be paid for. Be sure to check signs near parks for parking times. on-street parking Pay-and-display machines take coins, credit cards or txt-a-park.

Auckland Transport (AT) operated parking buildings offer the best value for money ($3 per hour), with private parking buildings such as Wilson Parking charge up to $16 per hour.

CYCLING

Auckland City is in the throes of a cycling revolution! Previously rather inaccessible for cyclists, cycling in Auckland City has become a major attraction for locals as well as tourists, for travel and leisure!

Hire a bike from Hire Bikes at 95 Beach Rd, Next Bike at Queens Wharf or pick up an Onzo Bike from around the city via Android or iOSapp.

Great Auckland City rides:

Auckland waterfront shared path.
Beach Rd cycleway.
Grafton Gully cycleway.
Lightpath and the Nelson St cycleway.
Quay St cycleway.

SELF-CATER OR EAT OUT

Newhaven’s fully equipped kitchens are ideal for travellers who want to self-cater.

SUPERMARKETS

New World Botany is the closest supermarket to Newhaven, just 4 minutes’ walk away at the Botany Town Centre. New World offers a full selection of groceries, including fresh fruit & vegetables, meats, beer & wine and packaged foods.

Want to make the most of our apartment’s kitchen facilities? Follow these easy steps to have your groceries delivered to your apartment prior to your arrival:

Order your groceries from https://www.ishopnewworld.co.nz/everydayvalue (Botany Store) at least 24hrs prior to check-in. You can choose to have your groceries delivered, or pick up on your way to Newhaven.
Address delivery to: Newhaven Apartments, 40 Haven Drive, East Tamaki, Auckland 2013, and include your name and booking confirmation number.
Schedule delivery prior to 12:30pm on the day of your arrival weekdays only.

Once we receive your groceries, we'll get them to your apartment for you.

Other supermarkets to choose from:

Countdown Supermarket (10 min walk)

Pak ‘n Save (9 min walk)

EXPLORE LOCAL DINING...

Heading out for lunch or dinner? There are a great selection of restaurants and cafes around Newhaven Apartments. Choose from a variety of cuisines and local delights. Here are our suggestions:

Daikoku Botany – Japanese Cuisine

Jalwa Indian Restaurant – Authentic Indian Cuisine

Goode Brothers – Local Kiwi-Italian gastropub

Lone Star Café & Bar - Homegrown Restaurant & Bar

The Botany Commons – great indoor & outdoor seating

Or choose from a variety of delicacies from the Food Court located at the escalators