Holiday Inn Express AUCKLAND CITY CENTRE by IHG

I really liked the hotel's location. It's right in the city center, very close to the Sky Tower. Plus, there are lots of different restaurants, fruit shops, and convenience stores right under the Sky Tower, which is great. I'd definitely recommend this hotel; the breakfast is good, and the service is quite nice too.

The room was decent, and breakfast was free, though it was just your typical continental spread.

The room was quite spacious, and the location is right near Sky Tower. The front desk staff gave us a welcome note in Chinese, and we were able to store our luggage temporarily after checking out.

Arrived at the hotel around noon. The Japanese front desk staff helped us check in. Luckily, our room was ready, so we didn't have to wait until 3 PM, which was a huge relief after a long journey – we could settle in right away. The staff member spoke decent Chinese too. The room was small but perfectly fine for an overnight stay. We had an early flight the next day, and breakfast started at 6 AM, not 6:30 AM as stated online, which was much more convenient.

The breakfast is quite substantial for a hotel in this price range. The location is also very convenient, close to both the central train station and the ferry terminal.

The hotel was easy to find, about a 5-6 minute walk from Auckland's city center train station. It's located on a hillside, with the lobby and breakfast area on the second floor. The rooms were clean, tidy, and comfortable. The port, shopping malls, and Auckland University are all nearby.

The location is fantastic, right above Queen Street. My room had a direct view of the Sky Tower, and breakfast was included, with free breakfast for children too. The breakfast selection was a bit limited, but it was enough to get by. The bathroom design is poor; the toilet and shower share one door, so water leaks out when you shower. The room was a bit small and the facilities were quite basic. It's fine for a quick stay.

The room was clean and tidy. The hotel is centrally located, very close to the pedestrian street and the beach.

The location is super convenient, just a short walk to the Sky Tower and the waterfront. The room was a bit small but very clean, and the basic bedding was spotless. Breakfast was just okay – toast and salad, nothing special, but good enough to fill up. We opted for a sea view room, which offered direct views of the Sky Tower and the distant sea. Compared to the nearby five-star hotels that cost 3000+ during Chinese New Year, this place offered incredible value for money.