Cheap Accommodation in Central Auckland

Who says you have to have a lot of money to visit the beautiful city of Auckland. While it’s true that Auckland City is dotted with first-class hotels and gorgeous holiday apartments with all the privacy you want, these options are not exactly cheap. Some of these hotels and holiday apartments charge anywhere between $300 and $2500 per night.

Photo  Quality Hotel Parnell

While such places offer high rates for accommodation, there are places that charge as little as $50 a night. Therefore, if you are looking for budget friendly accommodation, you will find plenty of them in the city.

Backpacker hostels are one of the cheapest of Auckland accommodation options. Hostels, such as YHA Auckland City and YHA Auckland International charge as little as $20 per night. While this option is not ideal for families, it’s perfect if you are visiting Auckland with a group of friends.

Another great place to stay is at the Nomads Auckland Backpacker Hostel and Bar located on Fort Street. The backpacker hostel is close to the Viaduct Harbour, Skytower and Vector Arena. The rooms are clean and they have excellent facilities.

If you are visiting with family, try the Quality Hotel Parnell on Gladstone Road. The hotel is close to great shopping and attraction spots such as Parnell Tourist Village, Newmarket and Domain. You can also easily access attractions such as Rangitoto Island and the Hauraki Gulf. The hotel has serviced apartments and 105 rooms. All rooms are equipped with modern facilities for your comfort such as, a refrigerator, TV, Wi-Fi and kitchen facilities. The rooms also offer excellent views of Auckland Harbour.

Another excellent option is City Lodge on Vincent Street. Its budget-friendly rates and high quality accommodation and services, makes it one of the best of Auckland accommodation. City Lodge offers safety and good security to its guests. All the rooms are well equipped with facilities such as, a fridge, TV, Wi-Fi, electric heater and more for your comfort and convenience.

The Surrey Hotel located in the suburb of Grey Lynn in Auckland Central is an English-styled hotel that also offers great accommodation at very affordable rates. It features deluxe rooms, a lounge, gym, indoor heated pool and a private spa. There is also a restaurant and bar serving great food, excellent wine and local beers.

The Ibis Auckland Ellerslie hotel on Greenlane East, Copthorne Hotel Auckland Harbour City on Quay Street and the Scenic Hotel Auckland on Queen Street are just some of the most affordable Auckland accommodation options in the city.

Article by Anne Murigi