You’ll find Mission Bay in Auckland’s eastern region of its metropolitan area, initially named for its missionary community of the Anglican Church. In present times, it has become an upscale seaside neighborhood that features plenty of places to go and events to participate in. You can enjoy some Belgian beer at De Fontein Belgian Beer Café or catch the latest movies at Berkeley Cinema. If being up and active is more your thing, Selwyn Reserve is a beachside park with wide green spaces and also an outdoor fitness area. You can even go kayaking and paddle boarding at Mission Bay beach itself. If you’re convinced about making this place your holiday spot, don’t forget to check out these top Airbnb vacation rentals in Mission Bay, New Zealand.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Beautiful rental with balcony and private pool access (from USD 58)
You’ll have plenty of sunshine and scenery if you choose this property. The second floor is what you’ll be renting, which features glass panel walls that let in plenty of natural light during the day and grant you a picturesque view of the town at night. For privacy, you’ll have blinds and curtains to cover the windows and panels. Coffee- and tea-making appliances are available, so you can take a breather on the balcony and soak up the sunshine.
The host also welcomes guests to use the private pool on the property.
Top guest reviews
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we enjoyed chatting with them on the patio by the poolmore like a studio apartment with a terrace with an amazing view of the oceanthe rooms are very clean and tidy comfortable beddings with heating/air conditioningwe both found our beds and bedrooms very comfortable with lovely linen and excellent amenitiesjanet and john are fabulous hosts who provide a well recieved breakfast each morningCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and comfortablethis is a very clean and calm accomodation which we recommand to stay in for visiting aucklandgreat location and views very cleanamenities and rooms were clean worked well for our groupHost:
expect wonderful hospitality from the hostsreally lovely place and wonderful hoststhey are wonderful hosts and made sure that our stay was comfortablegreat place and great hostsamazing hosts definitely recommend staying hereRead more reviewsLocation:
very near to nice restaurants and at walking distance to a supermarket and mallgreat location very convenient for downtown aucklandjanet's place is perfectly situatedperfect for what we needed and awesome locationthe location is excellent with an easy bus ride to the heart of auckland and access to supermarkets
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2. Maple Tree Loft (from USD 102)
You will have everything you need in this cozy open-floor studio, including a parking spot. Bright windows make for good natural lighting and you’ll also have curtains for privacy. The living room has a TV and a sofa so you can spend a few hours unwinding by being a couch potato. There’s another sofa in the corner, along with a small desk if you need to do some work.
The queen bed is perfect for a couple on vacation, but travelers seeking a bit of privacy can make use of the loft as an extra bedroom.
Top guest reviews
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appreciated the tv and comfortable couchbeautiful loft lovely furnishings with everything that you could want for a comfortable staythe maple tree loft is a nice and cozy place to stay in aucklandwe had everything we needed inside and stayed a comfortable two nights herewell equipped for self catering and relaxing with apple tvCleanliness:
really clean and smart loftnice and clean with lots of homely charmvery clean with everything you needsuch a beautiful clean and spacious apartmenteverything felt very cleanHost:
privacy and very friendly hostthank you for your kind hospitality debbie :)debbie was a wonderful hostdebbie is a great hostdebbie was a nice and friendly hostRead more reviewsLocation:
handy location easy walk to shopsthe location is wonderful and the neighborhood very very nicewell equipped and great location to walk to mission baybeautiful home in a great locationi like its privacy and location
3. Mission in the Bay (from USD 133)
Mission in the Bay is a wonderful home that you get all to yourselves during your booking. Its proximity to Selwyn Reserve and Mission Bay beach makes it a top choice for renting. You’ll have an airy single-floor house with everything you need, including centralized air-conditioning and heating. Both bedrooms are equipped with queen beds with windows that have a view of the garden.
Outside, you have a well-cared-for tropical garden to bask and lounge in or perhaps have a barbecue cookout at should you be so inclined. There’s also an outdoor covered dining area with a nearby hot tub.
Top guest reviews
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it has a private back yard oasis for dining or relaxing in the spa poolgreat place with hot pool ( very well appreciated in winter ;-) nice resto's nearbyCleanliness:
very clean and tidyneed to clean up the housea great place to stay - welcoming and cleanthe place was nice and clean everything works wellHost:
very hospitable host and great arearowena was a lovely host & very easy to deal withgreat host very responsive to messagesgreat host and excellent communicationeverything was well thought out and i found rowena to be a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location is excellent thoughcool wee house walking distance from beachgreat location & nice comfortable homewonderful location thanks rowenarowena property is a fantastic location within walking distance to everything
4. Sunshine-filled home with well-tended garden (from USD 119)
Bright walls and plenty of windows make sure that this property is well-lit during the day. If you’re traveling as a family or group, the bedrooms should be suitable enough as they are equipped with queen-size mattresses. The yard is fully fenced, so you can enjoy the greenery of the garden all to yourselves. There’s even a picnic table on the patio so you can dine al fresco if you desire.
Street parking is free if you need a vehicle to go places, although the beach and its nearby shops are quite close to the property already.
Top guest reviews
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the spa pool was a lovely added touch and we would love to stay againRead more reviewsLocation:
great location being close to the beachgreat place to stay and terrific locationthe house was immaculate the location was 10/10 and the spa was perfect for our winter stay
5. Exquisite and modern mini-mansion
If you’d like to stay in Mission Bay in style, this rental house might be for you. Enjoy a lazy day relaxing in the yard with a book in hand. Wide windows and glass panels give you a view of the gardens that surround the home. Make use of the modern kitchen or fire up the barbecue grill so you can whip up dinner. There’s plenty of dining space both indoors and outdoors.
The living room has plenty of cushy couches, equipped with a sound system and an 85’ TV, so you can look forward to an immersive movie or game night. The children’s game room also has its own TV and a gaming console, so the kids can keep to themselves.
Auckland, New ZealandAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
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fabulous facilities in the house soo relaxed and clean and well set upHost:
kelsey was very responsive and accommodating when we needed to make changescouldn't find any faults with the venue and kelsey was very friendly and accommodativeRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and a perfect spot for kidsthe location was brilliant easy parking checking in a breeze and even warm muffins to welcomegreat house and outdoor space great location for beach going into town and supermarket
6. Godden Cottage (from USD 136)
Godden Cottage will give you plenty of sun and space with well-arranged furniture and glass-paneled lounge areas. You can sit back and soak in the warmth while enjoying a show or a game on the Freeview TV. For sleeping, there’s the master bedroom with a queen bed as well as a convertible sofa bed.
If you fancy yourself some putting practice, the host has a putting green on the property along with with a set of clubs for you to borrow.
Top guest reviews
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thoughtful touch leaving some chocolates on the bed and great communicationthe house was lovely upon arrival with fresh flowers and a beautifully made bedsofa bed was very comfy :)beautiful secluded apartment with fantastic amenities and good communication with the hostsit’s small but we felt like we had plenty of roomCleanliness:
very clean and stylishvery clean and tidyvery clean & comfortable with many thoughtful touchessmall but cozy and cleannice clean and comfortableHost:
lovely little place and friendly hostssail and brendon were wonderful hostsfriendly and accommodating hostslovely hosts highly recommendlovely hosts would totally stay againRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location with cheerful birds singing awaythe location is perfect and close to everythingawesome location close to mission baythe location is great as wellgreat location and nice people
7. Suite-like guestroom in a beautiful family home (from USD 103)
You will have a lot of space to call your own while staying here; the bedroom itself has a fluffy queen bed along with dressers for keeping things and a TV for entertainment. Air-conditioning is centralized and there’s also a fireplace if you’re visiting during the colder months. The balcony also has plenty of legroom, so you can enjoy greeting the morning while enjoying the view of the neighborhood.
When you are hungry, the host can serve you dinner at an extra charge.
Top guest reviews
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ellla’s place was exactly as advertised with a really nice en-suite bedroom great shower and excellent wifithe shower is amazing and the bath a bonus and the most comfortable bedCleanliness:
bright sunny clean spaciousRead more reviewsHost:
great host great home easy to feel good in this homea fantastic room and ella was a great hostella is a lovely and accommodating hostella is a warm and hospitable host i would definitely recommend staying at her place
8. Pet-friendly private room (from USD 70)
You will find a cozy bed waiting for you here as well as a wonderful home to share with the host during your stay. The bedroom itself is straightforward enough, holding a queen bed for two and a flat-screen TV for leisure. The rest of the amenities, you’ll be sharing with the host, such as the vast living room and the luxurious tiled bathroom. There’s also a terrace with seats for lounging as well as a scenic view of the surrounding woodlands.
The host has pet dogs on their property, so you may want to check first if you have certain animal-related allergies.
Top guest reviews
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our room was nice and cosy with our own tv and all the comfortsthe bathroom is large with a wonderful hot showervery modern and comfortable accommodationCleanliness:
my room was spacious and spotless :) with lovely quality clean linen and towels (i am fussy )the room is great simple and clean with a tvquiet comfortable cleanthe room is very clean and looks better than what we see from the picturebathroom is spacious the shower is just greatHost:
very kind friendly hostlovely house and lovely hostlisas a lovely friendly host that goes out of her way to helpa lovely very friendly lady made us so welcome thank you lisait was home away from home lisa made us feel so welcome and was a perfect hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location lovely spacious houselisa's place is indeed a lovely stay away from the rat race of the busy citygreat location quiet handy to east ridge shops and uber to citywe would be happy to stay at lisa’s place again and recommend her place to other airbnb travelers
9. First-floor area with patio and garden access (from USD 93)
Don’t be deceived by the rustic exterior of this home or else you’ll miss out on the sleek and stylish modern interiors inside. You’ll also have access to plenty of the host’s amenities here, including the laundry area. Although the kitchenette doesn’t have a stove, the microwave can help you prepare snacks and quick meals.
There’s also heating, so you can enjoy staying warm during autumn or winter.
Top guest reviews
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spacious comfortable quiet - would definitely stay againkitchen was surprisingly well equipped with knifes bowls pots pans and even a heating elementfantastic sunny garden sky tv comfortable beds warm bedding and great showergreat place to stay it had everything we needed for a comfortable stayvery comfortable and look forward to returningCleanliness:
as described and very cleanevery thing is very cleanthe accommodation was spacious clean and very comfortablea great spot clean warm and very comfortable thank youlots of space and very cleanHost:
the host was very welcominghosts were super niceso kind friendly and helpfulvicky and wayne are great hostsvicky and family are great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location and facilities for our familya fabulous location just a few blocks from the beach restaurants and barsgreat place to stay good location friendly hostexcellent place super comfortable and awesome locationvicky's place is a great place to stay in a fantastic location in auckland
10. First-floor of a townhouse with woodland overlook
While not as close to the beach as other rentals, the beautiful woods surrounding the property more than makes up for it. You’ll be getting the whole first floor during your stay, which includes a bedroom, a kitchen, and a living room with a view. If you need a second bedroom, it will be available at an extra charge.
Air-conditioning and heating are available, so you can be comfortable regardless of which season you visit.
Auckland, New ZealandAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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brian also offers good coffee for breakfastthe house our room and our bathroom were lovelyclean comfortable close to amenities and the beachthey are very like it brian is going to make you comfortablebrian had breakfast with us every morning and took an interest in everything we didCleanliness:
quiet clean and cozy placeHost:
he was a caring thoughtful host of a delightful homebrian is a great hostbrian is a friendly host with great conversationbrian is a fantastic host he was incredibly helpful and kind and offered our choice of breakfastbrian was a wonderful host in a lovely home and the location was perfect for usRead more reviewsLocation:
great central location close to the city and ferriesthe location was perfect close to the city and the beaches plenty to see and do nearbyif you are looking for a safe central and happy place look no further than brian's placeit was an easy walk to shops beach and transitperfectly situated with easy access to all auckland must-does beaches and parks included
Get a taste of New Zealand in Mission Bay
While it may be only one of Auckland’s many neighborhoods, Mission Bay is a great representative of what the beautiful country has to offer. From its people to its sights and activities, you’ll have a wonderful stay here. To help you pick a good place, don’t forget to check our top Airbnb vacation rentals in Mission Bay, New Zealand.
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