Horizon by SkyCity

Every now and then a upscale property earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, Horizon by SkyCity, in Auckland Central Business District, is one of those. Auckland Central Business District is doing some of the heavy lifting here: it's barely a stroll from the centre of Auckland, and that…

Every now and then a upscale property earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, Horizon by SkyCity, in Auckland Central Business District, is one of those. Auckland Central Business District is doing some of the heavy lifting here: it's barely a stroll from the centre of Auckland, and that proximity does change the trip. Rooms feel polished; the touches travellers mention most are an in-house restaurant and reliable wi-fi, and the comfort feedback has been consistently flattering. With well over 2,900 reviews on the books and a genuinely glowing average, the reception from guests does most of the talking here. Reputation has held up across enough stays to mean something. Expect to pay something in the region of €120 a night, a premium entry on the board, especially when stacked against nearby alternatives. All told, Horizon by SkyCity reads as one of those Auckland addresses worth lining up against the obvious choices before booking.