Airedale Boutique SuitesvsBrown Kiwi Backpacker Hostel
Both properties are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Scenic Hotel Auckland is preferred by most writers compared to Brown Kiwi Backpacker Hostel. Scenic Hotel Auckland comes in at 76 with positive reviews from 4 publications such as Lonely Planet, DK Eyewitness and Rough Guide.
Airedale Boutique Suites
380 Queen Street, Auckland Central 1141, New Zealand
From $128/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Lonely Planet
"This landmark tiled art deco building in Queen St has been cleverly converted and features plenty of old-fashioned style combined with modern panache."
DK Eyewitness
"It is situated in the heart of the city, near THE EDGE and Auckland Town Hall."
Rough Guide
"Good mid-range hotel with lobby areas restored to their Art Deco glory."
Frommer's
"Generally reasonable rates and terrific location, are the primary lures of this hotel." Full review
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Try to get one of the northwest-facing rooms for views straight down Queen Street
Brown Kiwi Backpacker Hostel
7 Prosford St, Auckland Central, New Zealand
From $0/night
- Laundy Room
- Kitchenette
Frommer's
"Overall, this place offers a good atmosphere and a terrific garden courtyard in which to while away summer days and nights." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Built in 1900, this two-storey refurbished colonial house has a pleasant garden and offers unusual warmth, hospitality and character."
Rough Guide
"Compact, cosy little hostel in a restored Victorian villa on a quiet street close to the Ponsonby cafés."
Lonely Planet
"As unassuming as its namesake, this gay-friendly hostel is tucked away in a busy-by-day commercial strip, a stone’s throw from all the good shopping and grazing opportunities." Full review