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City Groove BackpackersvsSofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour
Both properties are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour ranks significantly better than City Groove Backpackers. Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour is ranked #12 in Auckland with endorsements from 4 sources including Fodor's, Afar Magazine and Travel + Leisure.
City Groove Backpackers
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
#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."
Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour
Star Service
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Gayot
The Telegraph Travel + Leisure Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure
21 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland Central 1010, New Zealand
From $177/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "This hotel offers stunning views of the harbor with side-glance skyline views of the city. This former Westin is among the top hotels in the city." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The 171-room Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour is a five-pearl business hotel right on Auckland's Harbour, a short walk from the offices of the Central Business District." Full review
Travel + Leisure "With its generous rooms and meltingly comfortable beds, the Sofitel has its attributes beyond the sleek, Pacific-inspired entrance." Full review
Fodor's "This waterfront hotel presents the customer with both luxury and a friendly environment, as well as views of the ever-changing Viaduct Basin from some rooms." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour blends French and South Pacific influences while respecting the maritime heritage of the area." Full review
Gayot "French élan is right at home in this quintessential New Zealand setting overlooking Waitemata Harbour."
The Telegraph7.0
"This stylistic marriage of Parisian salon and Pacific meeting house is just out of earshot from the bars and restaurants of the Viaduct Harbour’s busy end." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A chic, contemporary hideaway with a distinctly French flair. Hermès amenities are included in the rooms and there is an opulent new spa with state-of-the-art accoutrements "
Auckland Travel Guide
May 16, 2022
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Opt for the Opera Suite for a truly luxurious experience.
Lonely Planet "Auckland is one of the world's great harbour cities, so it makes perfect sense to stay beside the water." Full review
Travel + Leisure "It boasts the high standards that you would expect from the French hotel brand, with a fine-dining restaurant, elegant interiors, and an impressive spa and wellness center."
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