Our check in at this hotel was a little bit akward as there wasn't anyone to be found at the reception. Instead we were told to go to a bar a couple of doors down the road. The bar was filled with lots of drunk folk (that being 10am) and screaming we tried to explain the bar staff what room we would like, I thought that was a little bit sketchy and was preparing for the worst.

However we found a neat, spacious double room in a perfect location for sightseeing and catching the bus early the next morning. The bed was a little to soft for my taste but other than that I can't complain. We had a little TV, water heater and fridge which was a nice amenity. The bathroom appeared clean, and like the whole hotel had a certain antique charme to it. There was an opening to drop your used razor blades like in the old days.

Downstairs is a Thai restaurant which we didn't try but it looked pretty booked out. Also there is a bar which can be used as a function room.

We enjoyed our night here and I can recommend this hotel to every budget minded traveller, they even have backpacker accomodation, so check it out!

We have stayed at this hotel before, and decided it was easier to book again for our first night in NZ. More suited for back packers and it does need a refurb. Arrived and got the key from the bar, I was on crutches and struggled upstairs only to find I had been given the wrong key and the room was in fact occupied. How embarrassing. Struggled back down and got the real key, no real apology. After a long flight and a painful knee I could have cried. My husband was enjoying a beer somewhere!!!
Have on both occasions booked the room on the front with the large balcony. After viewing rooms previously this appears to be the best room.
Free parking until about 8am outside.

We arrived rather tired after flying from Oz, picking up a car and heading north.
The owner / manager made us very welcome, giving us a special rate in the room where Queen Elizabeth slept in the 50's. The room was a typical hotel room, but with an ensuite. We also had a very large private balcony outside our room. Great!
The Thai restaurant downstairs had yummy food, and excellent service. The Chicken Choo Chee was delicious.