Stay, play, train

The University of Auckland Summer Stays programme offers visiting teams and groups a hub with accommodation and state-of-the-art training facilities.

Summer Stays customers can utilise the accommodation facilities and engage with the new recreation centre, Hiwa. Their facilities offer everything you need for your group to play, chill and train during your stay in Auckland.

To utilise this offer, simply let us know when submitting your enquiry form. 

Our modern, centrally located accommodation can support groups from 15 to 500+. We offer:

• Cost effective, team-friendly rates
• Single occupancy rooms
• Catered single room or self-catered multi-room apartments
• Walking distance to Hiwa and central Auckland locations
• Packages that include WiFi access to laundry facilities, meeting and social spaces
• Ideal for school or high performing sports teams

By staying with Summer Stays, our team will connect with the University of Auckland’s state-of-the-art recreational facilities, Hiwa. Specially designed for high-performance athletes and everyday physical activities, this space welcomes groups of all sizes and experiences. The Hiwa facilities offer:

• Aquatic hall with spa & sauna
• Two large sports halls, adept at hosting numerous types of sports
• Weights and cardio areas
• Group fitness and dance studios
• Functional fitness areas
• Rooftop courts and running tracks

Whether you are in town for a tournament or completing pre-season training, use the Hiwa facilities to support your team with structured sessions and recovery spaces. These include: 

• Facility day passes*
• Passes for your whole stay* (discounted for longer durations)
• Private sport or group fitness class sessions*
• Sports courts which can be reserved for exclusive use*
• Large events with space for spectators*

Passes include full access to Hiwa facilities, including pool and sport courts during drop in hours. View the Hiwa opening hours. 

*Costs apply