Hilton AucklandvsAiredale Boutique Suites
Both hotels are endorsed by expert reviewers. Overall, Hilton Auckland ranks significantly higher than Scenic Hotel Auckland. Hilton Auckland comes in at #3 in Auckland with endorsements from 11 reviews including Fodor's, Insight Guides and Afar Magazine.
Hilton Auckland Show All Reviews
147 Quay Street, Princes Wharf, Auckland Central 1010, New Zealand
From $148/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Insight Guides
"This contemporary hotel takes prime position on Princes Wharf and all rooms have clear views of the harbour."
Concierge
"Set right at the edge of Princes Wharf overlooking Waitemata Harbour, this chic, modern property—the best large hotel in Auckland—is where jet-setting business travelers pull into port."
Jetsetter
"Wharf-side nautically inspired property with a water-view pool, minimalist rooms and a hip seafood joint." Full review
Fodor's
"Perched on the end of Princes Wharf, the Hilton resembles the cruise ships that dock alongside it, with white walls and neutral furnishings in chic, clean-lined rooms." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Perched at the tip of Princes Wharf, this stylish luxury hotel is almost out to sea."
Travel + Leisure
"Light-filled showstopper (white-on-white rooms; floor-to-ceiling-windows) on a pier near Queen Street." Full review
Rough Guide
"Fabulously sited on a wharf jutting into the harbour."
Star Service
"At the heart of yachting's inner sanctum, this hotel gets first honors here for its quintessential Auckland vibe." Full review
Gayot
"Jutting out like a giant cruise ship, this hotel allows you to sleep, dine and drink not just overlooking the water, but literally over Waitemata Harbour."
Afar Magazine
"Drawing inspiration from Auckland’s sailing and maritime culture, the Hilton Auckland is all white and windows, jutting nearly 1,000 feet into the sea like a double-bowed cruiseliner." Full review
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