Auckland International BackpackersvsPeace and Plenty Inn
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Peace and Plenty Inn is preferred by most writers compared to Auckland International Backpackers. Peace and Plenty Inn comes in at #11 in Auckland with praise from 6 reviews including Afar Magazine, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Auckland International Backpackers
2 Churton Street Parnell, Auckland Central, New Zealand
From $0/night
Lonely Planet
"Eat in the sunroom, in the large dining room or out in the small garden at this backstreet backpackers."
Rough Guide
"One-time home for wayward girls but now a friendly, spacious hostel in a quiet area with street parking and rejuvenated rooms."
Peace and Plenty Inn
6 Flagstaff Terrace, Devonport 1309, New Zealand
From $160/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
Insight Guides
"Bed and breakfast accommodation in a lovingly restored waterfront Victorian villa. Spacious guest rooms, en-suite bathrooms and modern conveniences including Wi-fi. ."
Fodor's
"Antiques brought over from England fill this lovely B&B, which is a mix of luxury and simplicity." Full review
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For a view of the city, ask for the upstairs Waitemata room.
Rough Guide
"One of New Zealand’s finest B&Bs, yet relaxed, well priced and with an ethical emphasis on using local produce and services."
Afar Magazine
"Not as obvious are Peace and Plenty’s sustainability measures, which range from oil-fueled heaters, a rainwater catchment system, and composting to eco-friendly toiletries and local produce." Full review
Frommer's
"Set in a lovingly restored Victorian mansion, its a place that still proudly serves high tea, decorates its rooms with thoughtfully chosen antiques and serves a sumptuous breakfast." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Stocked with antiques, this perfectly located, five-star Victorian house has romantic and luxurious en-suite rooms with TVs, flowers, free sherry/port and local chocolates" Full review