The Sebel Suites Auckland

Loved it!

Both the hotel itself as well as all the staff that helped us were superior. The people went out of their way to make sure our stay was the best it could be. And the hotel was amazing (being away for two weeks, and so far from home, we tried to pack as lightly as we could, so we particularly appreciated the washer and dryer in our room!).

Great location with beautiful room

We stayed in the 1 bedroom Marina Deluxe suite in early August 2009 and loved the hotel and our room. The view was perfect -- overlooking Viaduct Harbour, with its picturesque marina. The room was well appointed, very clean, modern and tasteful furnishings. The staff was friendly. The location was great -- many restaurants and pubs literally right outside the hotel’s doorstep. It might get a little noisy on the weekend, being so close to the pubs, but it wasn’t bad at all during the week when we were there. For a small fee, you can use the fitness center and pool at the historic Tepid Baths next door -- that was very nice. The Sky Tower and the rest of downtown is only a short walk away. The parking was convenient. We will definitely stay here again the next time we are in Auckland.

Traveler's tip on local attractions

If you are adventurous, do the Auckland Harbour Bridge Bungy jump. It was our first bungy jump and we loved it. Very fun, not too expensive. They film your jump and you can buy a DVD of the jump -- just keep in mind that it may not work on your DVD player at home -- it’s in a PAL format which does not work in all North American DVD players. But it usually works on PCs/Laptops.

Great place to settle in after 2 weeks of sailing the North Island

This is a beautifull Hotel with great views of the harbor activity in Auckland. We especialy enjoyed all the well appointed creature comforts after being on a sailboat for two weeks.

Traveler's tip on getting the most out of your stay

Highly recommended

Amazing in all aspects

What a find! The suite was big enough to skate in -- huge bathroom with everything you’d want and then some (washer & dryer, for example). Kitchenette area extrememly well supplied, and hotel staff were so helpful and thoughtful. The location is 10-star. Wish we’d been able to stay an extra night or two! We’d go back in a flash.

Traveler's tip on getting the most out of your stay

The free bus that does a loop around the downtown and university area of Auckland is a real help for tired-of-sightseeing feet. The ferry to Devonport got us out of the city centre and we had a fabulous meal at Manuka, a bistro a short walk up the main street. Great city!

Modern, great location, great customer service

Great hotel right on the Harbor. Many good restaurants outside the door along the harbor walls. Washer/dryers in all of the rooms with small kitchenettes. 5 min walk to the ferries. We over-packed and they allowed us to store a bag until returned. Very accommodating Next visit to New Zealand, we will start our trip at the Sebel.