Best Hotels in Grafton

Loved that there was a gym and a mall/shopping district just across the street. It really helped to keep food costs low (Countdown and fast food available) and the room was also really cosy. I believe there was also a bus straight to the airport so we didn’t need to carry our bags all the way back for our flight. The bus also goes to the connecting train to town so that’s actually really nice. There’s also a laundry room and complimentary drinks (cups, plates, cutlery) at the common dining area, but there was no food available. Not sure if that’s the norm but overall still a super comfy experience.

We're lucky to have Vehrandas's where it is: an affordable backpackers in a great spot in well renovated buildings not far from public transport and an easy walking distance to eateries, parkland and more. I've stayed here a few times now; it's my go to place in Auckland. The staff have always seemed friendly and helpful. Improvement wise, there's only one thing I can think of: as new renovations are carried out (eg: 1st floor bathrooms on the reception building) the owners, like most, are getting LED lighting fitted. Often this is too bright and the wrong colour temperature, making use of the facilities uncomfortable at night and having a very real effect on sleep (exposure to bright blue-white light at night can put the sleep cycle back by hours). My suggestion there is that the owners pay particular attention to the brightness and colour temperature of the LED lights they're fitting: they should be warm white (2600-3000 kelvin) rather than daylight white or cool white. This would not cost any more, and would help maintain the warm and homely ambience that Vehrandah's already mostly has.

Location is great with lots of eateries and cafes. Walk all the way down and can reach the wharf area. Their housekeeping needs improvement (feedback to their reception in the morning and there was no action done after room was 'cleaned', until a reminder call to the reception again later of the day and then it was cleaned)

Perfect location in a principal avenue, a lot of restaurants in the area. The building is antique but the rooms are very clean and complete, although a bit small. There was a shared bathroom, but very clean and open.

We spent the christmas holiday with two other families in the penthouse (room 3.1). We were all extremely pleased with the facilities and services at this brand new hotel. The living room was spacious and bright, and all rooms were sparkling clean. The hotel staff were friendly and attentive. The refreshing and stunning view overlooking the mountain and creek was a massive gift to our trip. The kitchen was fully equipped and everything was brand new. There was a bar and several restaurants just around the corner, all within walking distance.The atrium garden on the ground floor was also a highlight you won't want to miss. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and will definitely come back again. Highly recommended!

When i book through trip.com the confirmation email said the check out time is 12:00pm but in fact the check out time is 10:00am. The staff knock on my door at 10:10am and ask me to check out, otherwise will charge me for the late check out. It was so embarrassing. Location was good 5 mins to westfield shopping centre

Great place to stay in Auckland CBD. Only issue with the room is that there was no lock on the bathroom door.