Grand Central Serviced Apartments

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.1

Nestled in Auckland CBD, Grand Central Serviced Apartments occupies the iconic heritage site of the former Auckland Railway Station adjacent to Spark Arena. Access to the building is through the historically rich Grand and Lesser Lobbies, adding charm to your arrival. Our prime location offers unparalleled convenience—it is the closest place to Spark Arena, the vibrant hub for concerts and other events. The nearby Strand Station is a gateway to catch the Northern Explorer Train bound for Wellington. You'll find prominent landmarks such as the Sky Tower, Princes Wharf, Queen St, and Auckland Museum within walking distance. We offer on-site secure parking with convenient access at a competitive price—15 NZD only for overnight parking—ensuring that parking in the city is a hassle-free and enjoyable experience. Once settled in private studios furnished with kitchenettes, guests can relax with fresh and cozy linens, tea and coffee, complimentary toiletries, a flat-screen TV offering free-to-air and cable channels, a mini-bar, and unlimited free WiFi. Auckland Airport is just a 30-minute drive, while the Downtown Ferry Terminal is a mere 0.8 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • Elevator
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Located in the heart of Auckland, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.1

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Ahlheid
Taiwan Taiwan
“Excellent location. Beautiful old building. Quiet. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Large shared kitchen.”
Talia
New Zealand New Zealand
“Comfortable bed with bathroom. Tiled floor going through to the bathroom with a slight elevation between the tiled room and the bathroom but a "watch your step" warning has been put in place which is good for safety so no trip hazard. Good...”
Linda
Germany Germany
“The check in was super nice, I came with my bicycle and the guy at the reception was very helpful, super friendly and I really felt welcomed 🙏”
Gail
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was in a great location! Great, quirky building and lovely helpful staff”
Sira
United States United States
“Clean, comfortable room. Walking distance to the university and downtown areas. The station, Auckland Strand, for the Northern Explorer KiwiRail long distance train is minutes away on foot”
Steven
United States United States
“Very large and spacious room. Room was well equipped for a short stay as well. Very unique and historic lobby and main hall. Check-in and Check-out was smooth. Location is good, close to Parnell, Spark Arena, Britomart, and the city Center. Wifi...”
Htnguyen
United States United States
“The location was a big highlight—very close to downtown, with a supermarket nearby that stays open late. It’s in a quieter area, but still within easy reach of a couple of great neighborhoods to explore. I had a private room, which was very...”
Katrina
New Zealand New Zealand
“Service was great. Excellent location. Was just right.”
Julia
United States United States
“Novel setup in the old train station, very clean and well setup rooms. Close to downtown, train station and Viaduct waterfront area”
Beverley
Australia Australia
“Exceeded my expectation. Easy to drop luggage, checkin & public transport. Short level walk to The Strand railway for Northern Explorer. Bonus is onsite excellent Indian restaurant”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Platform 8
  • Cuisine
    Local • International • Latin American • European • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Grand Central Serviced Apartments

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • Elevator
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Grand Central Serviced Apartments takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 1:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. That's about $58. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

A valid photo ID and a credit or Visa debit card are required upon check-in. The name on the ID and the card must match the guest's name on the booking information.

We will make a copy of the ID and place a $100 pre-authorization hold on the card for security purposes.

Guests who do not have the required bank card must provide a cash damage deposit of NZD 200, which will be refunded after a property inspection when checking out.

A 3% surcharge applies to credit card payments. There is no surcharge for payments made via cash, EFTPOS, or debit cards (issued in New Zealand).

Onsite parking is available for $15 per car per night. If you need instructions about parking, please message the property before arrival.

All special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.

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.

Please inform Grand Central Serviced Apartments 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.

A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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