What to see and do in Auckland - Part 10

ACCOMMODATION

Auckland as any large city should provides a wide range of accommodation options. You will find 5 star hotels, well known chain hotels, backpacker’s hostels and cosy bed and breakfasts. Whatever your budget and preference you can be sure that there is something here for you.

Mollies Hotel

This is a luxury retreat boutique hotel and offers only suites in a Grand Victorian Mansion which is nestled near Auckland’s famous Harbour Bridge. The spa at Mollies is a perfect place to relax and be pampered.

The Esplanade Hotel

This boutique hotel is located in the suburb of Devonport. It is only a 10 minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland, and minutes from the shops and cafés.

Georgia Parkside Backpackers

This has an outstanding location overlooking the Auckland Domain and is housed in a renovated Victorian house. Here you can stay in a twin, double or shared rooms with heating, bedding and linen. It also provides a outdoor garden with a barbeque area.

Ponsonby Backpackers

Ponsonby Backpackers is located in a historic suburb of Auckland and housed in a 19th century character villa, on a quiet, tree lined street. The trendy neighbourhood is full with funky cafés, fun shops and lively nightlife. You should make a reservation as it only takes 40 guests.

Rendezvous Grand Hotel

This is one of Auckland’s upper tier hotels and you can easily walk to the finest eating, shopping and entertainment Auckland has to offer. Guests can enjoy the Japanese rooftop garden, health club and indoor swimming pool.

Rydges Auckland

The Rydges is situated in the centre of Auckland and it is a perfect location to sample both the business and leisure sides of the city. The views of Waitemata Harbour and Auckland Harbour Bridge are absolutely stunning from the upper floors.

Oaks On Hobson

If you want a longer stay in an apartment for business or pleasure then this could be the place. A full range of services is available along with a full kitchen, laundry and high speed internet. Queens Street Shopping, Sky City and restaurants, cafés and bars are just outside.

Quality Hotel Parnell

This is a nice 4 star hotel with good facilities like a café and restaurant where the menu offers steaks, salads, seafood dishes and pasta. This hotel has 105 rooms and most of them have views over Auckland city and harbour.

Aspen House

Aspen House is located right in the centre of town next to one of Auckland’s oldest city parks, which keeps the street noise down. It offers 29 inexpensive rooms and buffet continental breakfast is included.

That concludes this overview of Auckland.