We were part of a group staying here, and the host couldn't have been more accommodating. Ron, Muriel and their staff were always there to give recommendations of places to eat, and places to go. Our stay there was lengthy so having the laundry available was such an added bonus. We were able to access a rental car from them... More

Good hosts but the soundproofing is almost non-existent. I could hear every word said in the room next door as well as slamming drawers television and arguments. I had the misfortune to be there for an extended period and it was just awful. Terrible area. I guess it depends on your expectations but 4 stars it is not.

We were impressed with the ease of staying here for an airport stay, might not seem close but the free pick up makes it great, also really close to a number of eating places. Very clean and tidy so would certainly recommend, we were travelling as 5 and fitted into one room together easy.

We chose this place due to the free shuttle and the free breakfast. This place is a really nice place to stay. We stayed twice for two seperate Auckland flights and found it to be BRILLANT. The first time the receptionist was SO lovely and my friends and I couldnt stop talking about how sweet she was. The room was... More

For us, the 540 motel is well located: on the southern side of Auckland about halfway between the airport and the city - 15 mins from each both by car. This is a suburban precinct and therefore not a tourist area, We were heading south to Rotarua the next morning so it suited us. Ron is a delightful host and... More

I expect this happens a lot. People travel New Zealand on a daily budget, are blown away with the experience of some very valuable and quirky B&Bs and then head on to Auckland expecting to get a very similar experience for a similar price. Unfortunately, Auckland seems to be twice or three times as expensive as almost anywhere else in... More

Shuttle service was not available when I arrived at the airport 5:30 pm on a Saturday. It is $50 cab ride to the hotel. I was told I was at fault because I should have had the foresight to arrange this in advance because "this is a small family-run motel." The motel is in fact not small, and I did... More

We were 21 people from Habitat for Humanity,we stay for 11 nights. Manager Ron went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable,excellent experience i would stay again and again.

Managers Ron and Muriel Smythe spared no effort in making our group of Habitat for Humanity volunteers welcome and comfortable at the 540 on Great South motel. I highly recommend it.