Situated in the Kingsland area, Eden Park is the country’s largest stadium and one that boasts a rich sporting heritage. Dating back to the early 1900’s, this stadium became the home of Auckland Cricket and Rugby Union and has developed into New Zealand’s premier sporting stadium. Hosting numerous cricket matches, both Tests and One Day Internationals, it has also been selected as one of the venues for the next Cricket World Cup in 2015. Many international Rugby Union tests have also been hosted here and most recently, Eden Park was the venue of the Rugby World Cup Finals in 2011where hosts New Zealand overcame a tenacious French team. Travellers looking to base themselves in the city and wanting a modern hotel Auckland NZ can stay at Copthorne Hotel Auckland Harbour City. This conveniently located Auckland hotel is ideal for business and leisure travellers alike.