City Groove BackpackersvsParnell Pines Hotel
Both City Groove Backpackers and Parnell Inn are rated very highly by experts. On balance, Parnell Inn scores slightly better than City Groove Backpackers. Parnell Inn ranks #35 in Auckland with praise from 3 publications like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and DK Eyewitness.
City Groove Backpackers
#6 Constitution Hill, Auckland Central, New Zealand
From $0/night
Lonely Planet
"Nestled in a forgotten strip of inner-city houses edging a steep park near the university, this homely hostel has only seven rooms and a great backyard."
Rough Guide
"slightly cramped accommodation, an easy walk from both the CBD and Parnell. Relaxed atmosphere, small garden and limited parking. Dorms $24, shares $26, rooms & en suites 2."
Parnell Pines Hotel
320 Parnell Road, Auckland Central 1052 , New Zealand
From $71/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
DK Eyewitness
"A small, quiet, personal hotel in the heart of Parnell, close to the restaurants, cafés, boutiques and art galleries of this classy inner-city suburb and adjoining Newmarket."
Rough Guide
"Compact and simple hotel right in the heart of Parnell."
Lonely Planet
"You’ll get a chipper welcome from the friendly folks at this good-looking, revamped motel with local photography on the walls. Rooms 3 and 4 have great harbour views and some rooms have kitchenettes." Full review