Contemporary 1BR Queen St. Retreat by Zodiak Stays

Summary:

Situated on Queen Street in the heart of Auckland Central, this apartment by Zodiak Stays is surrounded by an array of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. The central location allows for easy access to public transportation, making it convenient to explore all that Auckland has to offer.



Important - make sure to read through the Other Things to Note section below. We have a lot of useful information there that is essential to know for your stay.



The Space:

The kitchen is sleek and modern and fully equipped with full-size appliances and utensils you may need to cook your own meals. New World Metro is just across the road so you can stock up on groceries and supplies there!



Within the open-plan area, you'll find a dining table with 4 spaces and a living area with plenty of seating and a smart TV.



Located upstairs are the bedroom and bathroom.



The spacious bedroom features a comfortable queen-sized bed with fresh linens and an air-conditioner/heat pump ensuring a restful night's sleep. There is also plenty of closet space for your belongings. The bathroom has a luxurious feel with it's freshly renovated look. There is also a washer and dryer in the bathroom cupboard which are free for your use.



Here at Zodiak Stays, provide our guests with free unlimited WIFI, towels and bed linen, as well as a welcome pack of starter amenities, and we use a high quality cleaning company so the apartment will be perfect for your arrival.



We have all the amenities and facilities you will need to make your stay in Auckland as comfortable as possible:

- Free WiFi - Super fast and unlimited!

- Coffee, tea, sugar, salt & pepper

- Shampoo, body wash and conditioner

- AC/Heat pump in the bedroom



Please note that a refundable security deposit (authorised and held by your card provider, not charged to us) is required as part of the booking process.



Guest Access:

Quests have access to the entire apartment.



The Neighborhood:

Everything you need is within walking distance from the apartment! Here are some suggestions for things to see and do on your visit to Auckland:



The Viaduct - the best bars and restaurants in the city! The New Zealand Maritime Museum is here, as well as Silo Park where you can watch outdoor films for free in the evening. You can also catch ferries from here to the amazing islands in the Hauraki Gulf like Waiheke, Tiritiri Matangi, and Rangitoto, as well as go on a whale and dolphin safari.



Federal Street - next to the Sky Tower (you can't miss it!) There are a lot of really nice bars and restaurants and cafes in this street, as well as the Sky City Casino and of course the Sky Tower. Dine at the top of tower at restaurant with the best views in Auckland, and jump off the Sky Walk to get down



Aotea Square - Auckland's cultural centre. Surrounding the square you'll find the Town Hall, Aotea Centre, Event cinemas, and two theatres (The Civic and the Q). The square itself is a nice place to people watch and sip some coffee. An ice-rink is the main attraction here during winter.



Albert Park, Art Gallery and the Museum - Albert Park is a lovely place where you can chill and read, and the Auckland art gallery is next door on Wellesley Street. If you keep walking up Wellesley Street, past Auckland University, and across Grafton Road, you will eventually find Auckland Domain which is the biggest park in Auckland and has the Auckland War Memorial Museum, as well as an amazing botanical garden.



Karangahape Road (a.k.a 'K' Road) - If you head up the hill on Queen Street, you'll eventually reach K Road, where you'll find Auckland's alternative night scene. Many great bars, live music, shisha cafes, and cheap takeaways are what K Road is known for.



Ponsonby – If you head West of the CBD, you will find the Ponsonby area. There is old colonial-style architecture there, many great stores for shopping, restaurants, bars, and cafes. Some of the best restaurants in Auckland are here, especially great for fine dining as this is an up-market area of Auckland.



Parnell - Known for it's variety of dining options, boutiques and galleries. Also many cool bars to check out. Non Solo Pizza is highly recommended if you're after great food, cocktails and buzzing atmosphere (for a mature crowd). Load up on fresh fruit and veg and enjoy a variety of food stalls every weekend at 545 Parnell Road is La Cigale - French Farmer's Market! There are also footpaths and bike trails that lead across the parklands of Auckland Domain.



Apart from these mini adventures, Queen Street (main street the city) is filled with shops, bars, cafes, restaurants, live music venues, and more! Make sure you explore High Street as well, which lies just parallel to Queen Street. That whole area is very nice to walk, relax, or dine out in, and tends to be a bit cheaper than Queen Street if you want to do some shopping.



If you want to explore further Auckland then you can take a walk towards the Viaduct from the apartment. There you will find Britomart station. (Bus and train)



Getting Around:

The best way to get around Auckland is by driving or catching an Uber.



Other Things to Note:

Please be aware that there is ongoing construction work near the building. The noise can be quite loud and consistent during business hours on weekdays (sometimes starting early in the morning). Evenings and weekends remain quiet. If you are sensitive to noise or require a very quiet environment during the day, please consider whether this property will be suitable for your stay.



Due to the apartment's very central location, there may be typical city sounds and possible noises from nearby bars and restaurants.



Monthly Stays: We have a 10% discount factored into the price if you book for 28 nights or more.



Key Pick-Up: The keys are located in a lockbox at the front of the building. Full check-in instructions will be sent on the morning of your arrival date.



Parking: We do not have a free carpark for this building but nearby paid parking options are available.



Personal Check-ins: We can arrange for someone to meet you at the property for a $85 fee. Please inquire before booking to check availability - we will need at least two days notice to guarantee someone can meet you.



Check-in Time: Check-in time is after 3pm. If you need to check-in earlier, then please double-check with us first so we can confirm availability.



Amenities: We provide a starter pack of amenities to last you the first few days of your stay: 450ml shampoo and conditioner, 450ml bodywash, 2x tea/coffee, 3x toilet paper rolls, 1 pack of laundry powder, 1 pack of dishwashing powder, dishwashing liquid, cleaning spray and wipes, but you will need to purchase your own amenities after these run out. Please do not take the large refillable bottles provided as we’ll need to charge for replacement.



Linens: We provide a full set of linens for each bed, a hand towel, face cloth and shower towel per guest. Extra linens can be provided for a fee. Please inquire before your stay.



Checkout Time: Checkout time is at 10am.



This is a professionally managed property by Zodiak Stay so you can expect the very best in service, but please note it is not a serviced property.



Interaction with Guests:

I give my guests space but am available when needed

Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm NZ time and we will try to respond to your messages/email as soon as possible. You will be provided with an emergency 24/7 maintenance number as well in case you need that outside of our regular office hours.