TransTasman Badminton Tournament / Rainbow Games 2026

Get ready to smash, drop, and rally! Badminton is back and in 2026, it’s bigger than ever. Every year, rainbow badminton clubs from across Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia go head-to-head in the Trans-Tasman Tournament, with host cities alternating between the two countries. In 2026, it’s Auckland’s turn and this year, the Rainbow Games and Trans-Tasman Tournament are joining forces for one ultra event!

In partnership with TransTasman Badminton Tournament we are pleased to offer an accommodation discount of 15% off the best unrestricted (flexible) rate of the day at Novotel & Ibis Auckland Ellerslie for this event.

***Offer is bookable between now and 11^th November 2026, for stays between 29^th October and 11^th November 2026***

Novotel & Ibis Auckland Ellerslie conveniently being at the same complex, located between the Auckland Airport and CBD with Greenlane train station is an easy 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Acacia Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily with outdoor alfresco dining options. Acacia Garden Bar is the perfect place to catch up with friends or colleagues during your stay. Parking is available on-site at $20.00 per vehicle per night. Alternative options are available around the hotel.

*Discount applies for stays between 29^th October and 11^th November 2026. If you wish to stay outside of these dates, kindly contact the reservations team via email h3060-re2@accor.com or phone +64 (0) 9 529 9090 to request a quote.

Room rate is Room only, per room, per night and inclusive of GST.

Rooms & Rates are subject to availability.

Discount cannot be combined with another offer or promotion.

All reservations must be guaranteed with a credit card valid at the date of the start of your stay, unless otherwise specified.

No cancellation charge applies prior to 18:00 (local time), up to 21 days prior to arrival. Beyond that time, the first night will be charged. In the event of no-show, 1st night accommodation will be charged to the credit card used for guarantee, the remaining nights will be cancelled without charge.

For more information, please refer to our T's & C's on All.Accor.com