VR Auckland City

Hotels
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VR Hotels and Resorts
8 (6550 reviews)
188 Hobson Street , Auckland , nz

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Dirty original room
Inadequate amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.46
Original room was reported dirty and staff response was slow.
Service
8.93
Staff were helpful when contacted about issues; positive sentiments regarding help with room changes.
Location
9.47
Very central location; accessible to various attractions.
Room Quality
7.92
Some rooms had issues, but new room offered was satisfactory.
Amenities
6.95
Some amenities were not functional, but had essential features.
Value for Money
7.41
Cost perceived as high given some room quality issues.
Food and Beverage
8.46
Not explicitly mentioned, assumed standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.43
Overall experience was positive despite a few drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 23:50

Property Description

Stunning Views and Central Location
Experience breathtaking city skyline and harbour views at VR Auckland City, located in the heart of Auckland CBD.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy unlimited free WiFi, fully equipped kitchens, air conditioning, and in-room laundry facilities in each apartment.

Convenient Accessibility
Within a short walk to Aotea Centre, Auckland Convention Centre, and SkyCity, and just minutes away from the marina and Viaduct Harbour.

Ready to immerse yourself in luxury and convenience? Book your stay at VR Auckland City now!

Important information:

There is a 3.15% surcharge for all bookings online.

On checking-in, the guests are required to present a valid photo ID and the card used for online booking for verification.

Nonrefundable rate plans will continue to be charged the full accommodations cost within 24-hours of booking being made as per standard policy. No changes or modifications will be accepted on these rate plans.

Cancelations or modifications on Flexible Rate plans must be received by 24 hours prior to check-in time in order to avoid any administration/service charges.

Cancelations or modifications received after this time will incur an administration/service charge equivalent to one night’s accommodations cost per room booked.

Please also note that only booked number of guests are allowed to stay with us. The room is offered for overnight accommodations and is not a party venue. Quite hours from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am applies.

Please note that daily service is suspended and would be provided only upon request.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: AKL

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for NZD 25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for NZD 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 6550 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.46
Service: 8.93
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 7.92
Amenities: 6.95
Value for Money: 7.41
Food and Beverage: 8.46
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Greaves • solo_traveller • nz
4
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Andrew Adams • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

Close to town, friendly staff, spacious. Only two block walk to sky city and airport bus stop. Nice hot shower. Free wifi.

Cons:

The TV wasn't working and there were a couple of lights not working. Could have done with more blankets as it was cold.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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SarahMT82 • solo_traveller • nz
6
Great location but...
Pros:

Location perfect 👌

Cons:

Strong urine smell coming from the bathroom and mold on the walls. Bathroom needs to be cleaned with bleach

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Andrew Adams • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Haleonehetoa • family_with_children • nz
3
Location ok. Busy main road. Average overall & we've had better experience there before
Pros:

The bed was 2 singles pushed together with no underlay so you could feel the gap in between. The room really smelt of cigarette smoke is was very horrible.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Louis • family_with_children • nz
3
Good for a very cheap but poor stay
Pros:

Affordable and central location

Cons:

Shower wasn't clean and toilet water almost brown. Tissues found on both of the beds. Stovetop but nothing to use to cook

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Jhordana • family_with_children • nz
6
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Kätlin Mei • solo_traveller • ee
9
Auckland
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Eru • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Everything

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Lani • solo_traveller • nz
4
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Bryan • couple • nz
7
For the price it was okay but needs a bit of investment
Pros:

Great price great location good kitchen facilities

Cons:

Shower had lots of mould and stains. TV problematic no TV one and completely lost reception one morning.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Heemi • couple • nz
7
Good location and value for money accomodation
Pros:

Good location and value for money

Cons:

Vehicle almost got towed while I was checking in to hotel

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Visitor Information Centre • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Sosaia • couple • nz
8
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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caressa • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Everything

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Kimberly • solo_traveller • nz
3
Fair. Not really recommended but you get what you pay for. The stay was cheap.
Pros:

My second room I was changed too was fine and the location was fine

Cons:

My first room was dirty. There was no hand wash. I repeatedly told the staff I had no hand soap and that the whole corridor smelt bad and was repeatedly told someone would come fix it. This was four times over two days.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Mike • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Always great front desk people. Good bed!

Cons:

No toaster!!!

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Katie • couple • nz
6
Good for the location and price, wouldn’t pay anymore
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Bit old and dirty , stunk of weed

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee