Finding Self Storage Near You in Auckland and Tauranga: A Location Guide to Safe Store’s Facilities
Safe Store operates four self-storage facilities across Auckland and Tauranga – in Pakuranga, Papatoetoe, Westgate and Tauranga (Poike) – making it straightforward to find a storage unit near you whether you live in East Auckland, South Auckland, West Auckland or the Bay of Plenty. All sites offer flexible month-to-month billing, customer access from 6am to 9pm seven days a week, and a range of unit sizes from small lockers to large drive-up spaces. Use the location guides below to find the facility closest to your suburb.
Which Safe Store Facility Is Nearest to You?
The table below maps Auckland and Tauranga suburbs to their closest Safe Store location. If your suburb isn’t listed, use the nearest landmark area as a guide — or view all four sites on the Safe Store locations page.
| Your Suburb or Area | Closest Safe Store Facility |
|---|---|
| Pakuranga, Howick, Botany, Flat Bush, Dannemora, Bucklands Beach, Half Moon Bay, Beachlands, Maraetai, Whitford, Cockle Bay, Sunnyhills, Mellons Bay | Pakuranga |
| Papatoetoe, Manukau, Otara, Clover Park, Flat Bush (south), Māngere, Māngere East, Favona, Wiri, Manurewa, Takanini, Papakura, Auckland Airport | Papatoetoe |
| Westgate, Henderson, Hobsonville, Te Atatu, Massey, Royal Heights, Whenuapai, Huapai, Kumeu, Riverhead, Swanson, Glen Eden, Ranui, Waitakere, Lincoln, Sunnyvale | Westgate |
| Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Bethlehem, Pāpāmoa, Te Puke, Katikati, Ōmokoroa, Greerton, Poike, Welcome Bay | Tauranga (Poike) |
Pakuranga — Storage Near Me for East Auckland
If you live in Howick, Botany, Flat Bush, Dannemora, Bucklands Beach or anywhere in East Auckland, Safe Store Pakuranga is your closest facility. Sitting at the gateway to the Eastern Suburbs off Ti Rakau Drive, it draws customers from across the Howick Local Board area and beyond.
Unit Sizes at Pakuranga
Pakuranga offers a broad range of unit sizes to suit everything from a few boxes to the entire contents of a family home:
- Small units (locker to 5 m²) — ideal for boxes, files, sports equipment or a student’s belongings between flats.
- Medium units (6–15 m²) — suits the contents of one or two rooms, a sofa, whiteware and general household furniture.
- Large units (16–30 m²+) — designed for house moves, renovations or business stock requiring easy drive-up access.
- Outdoor parking spaces — Safe Store Pakuranga has a limited number of outdoor parking spaces available for smaller vehicles (under 6.5m). Very rarely, larger parking spaces become available. The good news is that almost all units are drive-up meaning you can park a vehicle inside your unit if needed!
Access Hours — Pakuranga
Customer access is available 6am to 9pm, seven days a week. Month-to-month billing means you are never locked into a long-term contract.
Papatoetoe — Storage Near Me for South Auckland
Serving Manukau, Māngere, Otara, Clover Park, Manurewa and surrounding South Auckland suburbs, Safe Store Papatoetoe is conveniently positioned close to State Highway 1 and Auckland Airport for customers across the Manukau area. Whether you are between homes, downsizing, or need overflow space for your business, our Papatoetoe facility handles it all.
Unit Sizes at Papatoetoe
- Small units — perfect for seasonal items, archive boxes or a student’s gear.
- Medium units — suits a one- or two-bedroom flat’s worth of furniture and appliances.
- Large units — roomy enough for full house contents during a renovation or extended move. The renovation storage guide explains how to stage what you store and when.
- Drive-Up Access – Many of our units have drive up access, making loading and unloading a breeze! This also means you can store a vehicle inside your unit (size dependant).
- Outdoor Parking – Our outdoor parking is very popular with our close proximity to the Airport. We do have a limited number of spaces available for cars, trailers and smaller trucks.
Access Hours — Papatoetoe
Customer access is available 6am to 9pm, seven days a week, with flexible month-to-month billing.
Westgate — Storage Near Me for West Auckland
If you live in Henderson, Hobsonville, Te Atatu, Massey, Ranui, Glen Eden, Kumeu or Whenuapai, Safe Store Westgate is your nearest self-storage option. Located in the fast-growing Westgate town centre precinct, it’s easily accessible from the Northwestern Motorway and serves the entire West Auckland corridor from the Waitematā Harbour to the Waitākere Ranges foothills.
Unit Sizes at Westgate
- Small units — great for a few boxes, hobby equipment or office files.
- Medium units — fits the contents of a typical two-bedroom home including a dining table, couch and appliances.
- Large units — suited to full house moves, business inventory, or vehicle-adjacent storage needs. Safe Store Westgate also offers vehicle storage options — see the car, caravan and vehicle storage guide for details on what fits and how it works.
- Outdoor parking – we have a large range of outdoor parking available at Westgate – with sizes up to 30m+ in our yard. Contact us today to see what options we have for your large vehicles.
Access Hours — Westgate
Customer access is available 6am to 9pm, seven days a week. Billing is month to month — no lock-in contracts.
Tauranga (Poike) — Storage Near Me for the Bay of Plenty
Safe Store’s Tauranga facility, located in the Poike area, serves Mount Maunganui, Bethlehem, Pāpāmoa, Welcome Bay, Greerton and surrounding Bay of Plenty suburbs. For full details on the Tauranga site — including unit options and how to get started — visit the Tauranga self-storage page.
Unit Sizes at Tauranga
- Small units — ideal for boxes, files, surfboards, bikes or seasonal gear.
- Medium units — comfortably holds a one- or two-bedroom home’s furnishings.
- Large units — handles full house moves, business stock or items needing drive-up access.
- Outdoor parking – we do have a limited number of outdoor parking spaces available for smaller vehicles.
Access Hours — Tauranga
Customer access is available 6am to 9pm, seven days a week, with month-to-month billing across all unit types.
Unit Size Comparison Across All Four Facilities
The table below summarises the general unit size categories available at each Safe Store location. For instant online pricing, visit our booking page here.
| Unit Size | Approx. Floor Area | What Typically Fits | Available At |
|---|---|---|---|
| Locker / Small | 1–5 m² | 10–30 boxes, files, sports gear, student items | Pakuranga, Papatoetoe, Westgate, Tauranga |
| Medium | 6–15 m² | 1–2 bedroom flat contents, appliances, sofa, beds | Pakuranga, Papatoetoe, Westgate, Tauranga |
| Large | 16–30 m² | 3–4 bedroom house contents, business stock, bulky items | Pakuranga, Papatoetoe, Westgate, Tauranga |
| Extra Large / Drive-Up | 30 m²+ | Full house moves, large business inventory, vehicles | Pakuranga, Papatoetoe, Westgate, Tauranga |
Frequently Asked Questions About Storage Units Near Me
How do I know which Safe Store facility is closest to me?
Use the suburb table at the top of this page. East Auckland residents (Howick, Botany, Flat Bush) are closest to Pakuranga. South Auckland residents (Manukau, Māngere, Manurewa) are best served by Papatoetoe. West Aucklanders (Henderson, Hobsonville, Te Atatu, Kumeu) should head to Westgate. Bay of Plenty residents in Tauranga, Mount Maunganui or Pāpāmoa will find the Poike facility most convenient.
What are the access hours at Safe Store facilities?
All four Safe Store facilities — Pakuranga, Papatoetoe, Westgate and Tauranga — offer customer access from 6am to 9pm, seven days a week, including weekends and public holidays.
Is there a minimum rental period for storage units?
No. Safe Store operates on flexible month-to-month billing across all locations and unit sizes. You can rent for as long or as short a period as you need, without being locked into a fixed-term contract.
What sizes of storage unit are available near me?
All four Safe Store locations carry a range of unit sizes, from small lockers suitable for a dozen boxes up to large drive-up units that can hold the contents of a four-bedroom home. The right size depends on what you’re storing and for how long — the size comparison table above gives a practical starting point.
Can I store a vehicle at a Safe Store facility near me?
Yes. Safe Store offers vehicle storage options at its Auckland and Tauranga facilities, covering cars, campervans, caravans, trailers and motorbikes. Availability and sizing vary by site, so it’s worth enquiring directly for your nearest location.
How much does a storage unit near me cost?
Pricing varies by unit size, facility and availability. You can check live pricing at any time on our booking page here.
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