2 Best Hotels in City Center and Parnell, Auckland

You don't have to be religious to stay at this boutique hotel in a former Catholic Convent, where the creators have faith in the building and have given it a new, designer-style life. In keeping with its past, the rooms have names with a religious reference such as The Sacristy, The Convent Superior, Convent Petite, and Mother Superior. Amenities include luxurious linens and complimentary snacks, and the hotel also has Ada, an Italian restaurant. It's steps away from Grey Lynn, a trendy suburb with an easy, low-key vibe. 

This hotel is close to the Aotea Centre performance venue, and its central locale close to many well-priced restaurants appeals to business travelers. The best guest rooms are large and have views overlooking the adjacent park or down to the harbor.