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Award-winning budget hostel |
Cnr Queen St. & Darby St. Auckland, NI 1001 New Zealand +64 (0)9 358 4877 http://www.acb.co.nz/ |
This is the fun place to stay in center of the city on Queen Street. Winner of a New Zealand tourism award, this hostel in the heart of the city comes highly recommended. There is a variety of accommodation from bunk beds in shared rooms through to single and double rooms up to family suites. There's 24-hour reception, Internet cafe, Job Search and Immigration Centre, Travel Centre, and a big chillout lounge. The bar has a pool table and pinball machines. The sixth floor has a sundeck and BBQ and there long and short term luggage storage as well as theme parties and DJs 7 nights a week at the Globe Bar. Cafes and bars on site provide budget meals. There are kitchen, dining and lounge facilities including a TV lounge with satellite television at no extra charge. Safe storage of large items is available. A coin-operated laundry facility is on site. The Travel Centre can help with advice and bookings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sparkling new youth hostel |
5 Turner Street Auckland 1001 New Zealand +64 (0)9 302 8200 http://www.yha.co.nz/ |
The newest youth hostel in Auckland is described as providing "pure luxury" for those on a budget. It boasts comfortable lounges, television rooms and Internet terminals. It is just five minutes walk to the city centre. Luggage lockers, family rooms, en suite rooms, and a limited food shop and shared kitchen are all available. Reduced rates apply to under-18s. A travel office is on site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Uptown, atrium-style, five-star luxury |
Corner Mayoral Drive and Vincent Street Auckland 1001 New Zealand +64 (0)9 366 3000 http://www.carlton-hotel.co.nz/ |
This five-star luxury hotel is conveniently situated opposite Auckland's performing arts venue, the Edge. Right in the heart of the city, visitors are also close to good shopping and restaurants. The hotel is set around a 12-floor glass-fronted atrium, which allows guests to experience filtered sunlight during the day and starlight at night. Stunning architecture combined with original works of art, makes this a highly pleasurable place to stay. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Crowne Plaza Auckland |
128 Albert Street Auckland New Zealand +64 (0)9 302 1111 www.crowneplazaauckland.co.nz |
Formerly known as the Centra, this is a busy, mid-range central city hotel, popular for business conferences and tourists. Smack in the heart of the city, it has prime position for business and pleasure. Built above Atrium on Elliott and adjacent to Smith and Caughey, it also has some of Auckland's best shopping opportunities just downstairs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small comfortable villa |
30 Ponsonby Terrace Ponsonby Auckland 1001 New Zealand +64 (0)9 376 5989 http://www.ponsonbybnb.co.nz/ |
This small villa hotel has been tastefully restored and renovated to a modern Pacific theme. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, you are a stroll away from the stylish boutique shopping, cafe, bar and restaurant action of Ponsonby Road. Many unique features and services are available to make this a home away from home--coffee plungers and wine glasses in all rooms, beach towels are available and even a massage can be arranged! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Art-deco luxury suites |
35 Hobson Street Auckland 1001 New Zealand +64 (0)9 379 8553 http://www.dynasty.co.nz/ |
The Heritage offers five-star luxury accommodation within a stunningly refurbished Art Deco building overlooking Viaduct Harbour. An excellent range of contemporary New Zealand artwork is displayed throughout the hotel. Situated within the central business district, the hotel has good restaurants, bars and shopping close at hand. In-house there is a choice of two excellent restaurants and bars. Each suite has separate bedroom and living areas and a kitchen. Most have laundry facilities. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Built over Waitemata Harbor |
Prince's Wharf 147 Quay Street Auckland 1001 New Zealand +64 9 978 2000 http://www.hilton.com/ |
The Hilton Auckland sits like a cruise ship at the end of Princes Wharf. Although it has a big brand name behind it, it is a relatively small, boutique hotel. Its design, location and outlook make it a very desirable destination for the well-heeled traveler. Bellini Cocktail Bar and White restaurant, with its Pacific Rim menu, have the most outstanding views of Auckland. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Studio, apartment or family room |
27-35 Victoria Street West Auckland 1001 New Zealand +64 (0)9 303 1333 http://www.newpresidenthotel.c... |
Located right in the city centre, this 15-storey high-rise building was completely refurbished recently to meet all modern accommodation standards. New President is a three-star mid-range hotel with tidy, serviceable rooms ranging from studios to apartments. Quality hotel service can be found at affordable prices. Rooms have kitchenettes or full kitchens. A luggage storage service, cleaning service, emergency doctor and after-hours chemist are all available. A breakfast restaurant is on site. Family units provide good value for those traveling with children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Luxury with convenience of home |
8 Albert Street Auckland 1001 New Zealand +64 9 309 6000 http://www.mirvachotels.com.au |
High-quality one, two or three bedroom suites with five-star service can be found in the heart of Auckland. One block back from Waitemata Harbour, all rooms have excellent views. The bars, cafes and restaurants of Viaduct Harbour and Prince's Wharf are also just one block away. Great shopping is at your doorstep--DFS Galleria Customhouse is right next door. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Waterfront comfort and convenience |
Corner Hobson Street and Customs Street West Viaduct Harbour Auckland 1001 New Zealand +64 (0)9 978 4000 |
With a top location right on Viaduct Harbour, the Sebel combines the space and comfort of home with the facilities of a top quality hotel. Trendy cafes, bars, restaurants and shops are located within the complex and Queen Street is a five minute walk away. Each suite has marina or city views, opening windows and kitchen/laundry facilities. Most have a balcony. A gymnasium with indoor swimming pool, spa and sauna is located directly opposite. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Private Cottages in the Rainforest |
81 Park Road Titirangi Auckland, NI 1007 New Zealand +64 9 817 1956 http://www.theferns.co.nz/ |
This self-contained guest cottage, in the rain forest garden of Titirangi, is an ideal location for a honeymoon. It is a 30-minute drive from the Auckland International Airport and the beautiful West Coast Beach. Guests are welcomed with a complimentary breakfast basket on arrival. The rooms are spacious, each furnished with a Californian king-size bed, TV, a kitchenette, and a washing machine. The cottage complex does not provide dinner, but you can stroll down to any of the cafes in the vicinity for a sumptuous meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |