Auckland is the largest urban area in New Zealand. The city is located in the north of the country and it boasts a population of 1.3 million. Auckland is treated to a warm, pleasant climate that never sees any snow. Following the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, Auckland was officially colonised by Britain and the city began to grow rapidly.

Auckland spans the volcanoes of the Auckland Volcanic Field and as a result it boasts some of the worlds most beautiful and unusual scenery. Popular excursions for nature lovers include, a trip to the summit of Mount Eden, which offers stunning views of the city. Another destination often visited by tourists is One Tree Hill (also known as Maungakiekie) – an impressive volcanic cone overlooking Auckland. Hiking isn’t the only outdoor activity popular in Auckland, locals and tourists are renowned for enjoying water sports. The city is known by many as the ‘City of Sails’ and tourists are offered ample opportunity to enjoy the warm Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean. Auckland travel , it is home to some stunning beaches, such as Mission Bay, Takapuna and Maraetai, while Piha and Muriwai offer wonderful surfing opportunities.

For those looking for a less adventurous break, Auckland is a famous shopping destination, with a huge variety of shops, from department stores to designer fashion, unusual boutiques to flea markets. Once all the shopping has been done, the city offers visitors numerous charming cafes, not least in the Ponsonby area, where tourists are spoilt for choice when looking for a cosy spot to watch the world go by.

The Bavaria Bed & Breakfast Hotel is a small, charming hotel only 7 minutes drive from the centre of Auckland. Their accommodation establishment is situated on the western side of an extinct volcano in the heart of Mt. Eden, one of Auckland’s more picturesque, historic suburbs, on the periphery of the business center of Auckland.

With only 11 guest rooms in their Bed and Breakfast Hotel they assure warm, friendly and generous hospitality, offering quality B&B accommodation with all modern amenities, including free wireless internet and guest PC in lounge. Their 100-year-old kauri villa has been converted to a Bed and Breakfast in 1990 and furbished with native timber furniture. The large, sunny guest lounge of their hotel leads on to a private deck in a small exotic garden.

Nearby Auckland attractions include: Mt. Eden, Eden Gardens, Auckland Domain and Auckland Zoo.In walking distance from their Bed and breakfast is Eden Park which is Auckland’s main rugby stadium. From the top of Mt. Eden get panoramic views of the center of Auckland and the Auckland Harbour. Enjoy some of Auckland’s best cuisine along Dominion Road and Mt. Eden Road. Auckland sightseeing tour companies will pick you up from the doorstep of their accommodation.

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