The cheapest rate was $1399 at Proximity Apartments close to Auckland Airport. The most expensive hotel available was Horizon by SkyCity, offering its superior king room for more than $10,000.
Using the same filters, hotel price comparison website Trivago currently shows 12 hotels available. According to the listing, the cheapest rate tonight is at the Waitākere Resort & Spa, from $924, and the most expensive hotel is again at Horizon by Sky City.
Cheaper options are available on Airbnb, with some room rates under $200.
Last week, Annie Dundas, director of destination at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, said: “It’s not every week you get to say Metallica and WIPCE in the same sentence, but that’s exactly what makes Auckland such an exciting, world-class events city”.
“From metal militia to educators, everyone contributes to the vibrancy of our region and the strength of our visitor economy. The energy they bring before, during and after these events, is felt in our streets, our hotels and our hospitality venues.”
Similar Auckland Council events have injected millions into the local economy. Tātaki Auckland Unlimited said major events hosted in the city contributed to an $89 million boost in GDP.