Ended up here twice but would not seek it out. The benefits are free on-street parking and very limited parking in a small driveway on site, and a 500mb wifi voucher when you first arrive. The kitchen is extremely tiny and difficult to navigate if more than two people in there. There are a few tables outside of the kitchen... More

I went as a backpacker to this wonderful lodge. There are many, many reasons to stay here: if you are on a budget; if you want to meet other travelers of all ages; if you want to cook your own food; if you want to be close to downtown without being downtown... The owners, Raj and his wife Simi live... More

After travelling two months in NZ arriving here for the final stop was a bitter disappointment. The room was tiny and shabby, the kitchen was filthy and so small no more the 2-3 people could cook there at one time. The common area was fairly spacious but had only 2 sofas, so these were usually taken and the only place... More

The new owner is has got it all wrongr.He treats his guests like with disdain, often fights with them for frivulous reasons. He makes people sleep on couches and charges them money for it. he over books all the time and moves his guests like pawns to accommodate newcomers. He is not only discourteous towards women, but an insensitive person,... More

We booked a private double room for four nights. CIty Garden Lodge was exactly what my husband and I were looking for in terms of atmosphere and room requirements. It was quiet enough for me to do my studying and my husband found people to socialise and have a few beers with while I was working. We stayed in a... More

My boyfriend and I were late with booking, so we were lucky to get a room at all, and we didn't mind the fact that we had a bunk bed. This however is no excuse for the very bad matress one of us had to sleep on; the springs were literally sticking out! Also there were very little bathroom facilities... More

I had a great time there, after having had more than enough of the cbd! A wonderful house with a lovely veranda to hang out. You can also camp there or sleep in a trailer. The owners are very laid back and friendly, the have a great fireplace in the living room, where they light a fire every night. I... More

A great and homely hostel in Auckland! Close to busstops, attraction, easy to reach, friendly staff, great kitchen, free WiFi, comfy common area and a nice garden. The showers are clean and there are plenty of them. Not noisy there at all and Ian is helping out with every kind of Information. A place to stay long and come back!

Came over from South Afica into the unknown and immediatly felt the warmth of the hostel,very friendly and helpful,will defiantly recommend it to anyone for a short or a very long stay. Ryan South Africa