Auckland

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. — Fodor's

One of Auckland’s premier addresses, this large, modern hotel is where dignitaries and celebrities stay. — The Telegraph

the top of the Sky Tower is hundreds of feet in the air, and as it does a full revolution over a period of an hour you will get a true 360-degree view of this stunning city. — Afar Magazine

French élan is right at home in this quintessential New Zealand setting overlooking Waitemata Harbour. — Gayot

The former Farmers department store in the heart of Auckland is the place to stay when visiting this city. — Afar Magazine

One of New Zealand’s finest B&Bs, yet relaxed, well priced and with an ethical emphasis on using local produce and services. — Rough Guide

High-rise hotel with modern interiors and superior business amenities, just minutes from the city center. — Travel + Leisure

The CityLife Hotel is a four-pearl property offering 221 upscale apartment-style rooms, ideal for travelers looking to stay in Auckland’s CBD. — Oyster

Small hotel in a restored 1898 villa in the fashionable suburb of Ponsonby. Two minutes’ walk to cafés, restaurants and boutiques, five minutes’ taxi ride to downtown. — DK Eyewitness

A small, charming hotel in a 100-year-old kauri villa in a pleasant suburb of Victorian villas, 10 minutes’ taxi ride from city centre. — DK Eyewitness

The service is friendly and efficient. But there are some drawbacks... from the exorbitant charge for Wi-Fi to the fact that some rooms overlook a very noisy nightclub. — Frommer's

High-end amenities welcome visitors at this Central Business District hotel. — Gayot

It is a fine upper-midrange commercial hotel with a firm foothold in traditional hospitality and traditional design. — Star Service

Housed in a tall glass building right by Auckland's Sky Tower, Rydges Auckland is a four-pearl business hotel with great conference facilities. — Oyster

Stylish and bold, Naumi is redefining what an airport hotel should be. — The Telegraph

The Novotel Auckland Airport hotel is within walking distance of the International Terminal, and a free shuttle bus is available for those with little energy after a long flight. — Oyster