The Grand by SkyCity

Every now and then a upscale property earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, The Grand by SkyCity, in Auckland Central Business District, is one of those. The setting is part of the appeal, barely a stroll from the centre of Auckland, and the location score sits in strong territory…

Every now and then a upscale property earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, The Grand by SkyCity, in Auckland Central Business District, is one of those. The setting is part of the appeal, barely a stroll from the centre of Auckland, and the location score sits in strong territory because of it. Rooms feel polished; the touches travellers mention most are an in-house restaurant, reliable wi-fi and a small spa, and the comfort feedback has been consistently flattering. With well over 4,000 reviews on the books and a strong average, the reception from guests does most of the talking here. Reputation has held up across enough stays to mean something. Recent rates have been hovering around €120 a night, which lands as a premium option for the city. All told, The Grand by SkyCity reads as one of those Auckland addresses worth lining up against the obvious choices before booking.