How Many Cities are there on the North Island?

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The North Island has the highest population of people throughout its urban areas, of which there are 11 in total. Auckland has the densest population at around 1.5 million people, while Wellington and Hamilton are populated by approximately 215,000 and 180,000, respectively.,You will find an almost mythic array of different types of landscapes on the North Island, with tropical beaches, green mountain ranges and luscious rainforests. And if that's not enough, you can discover natural volcanoes and mud pools you can spa in, and it wouldn't be New Zealand without some snow-capped mountains.,The North Island is 113,729 km² making it smaller than the South Island. From the highest point on the map (the town of Kaitaia) to the lowest (Wellington), it is 829km which would take 12 hours of driving to complete each way. Thankfully, what you see along the way is some of the most beautiful scenery in the world!,With so many unique destinations within the North Island, there's accommodation for every type of traveller. Perhaps you're visiting Auckland and looking for contemporary city luxury, or relaxing in Rotorua and interested in lakeside tranquility, or exploring Hamilton and in need of accommodation that keeps it simple and classic for comfort after a busy day. There are plenty of destinations and ways to holiday in the North Island, and Accor has the hotels to help you make the most of your NZ getaway.

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