I think definitely the best place to stay in Auckland is here! Joanna and Ian are the best hosts ever! Because of a delayed flight we arrived in the middle of the night and they woke up and were so helpful and lovely. The best breakfast with homemade muesli, jam and bread. And fruit, juice etc! The area is quiet and just a short walk from city center and 100m up is the nicest street with great restaurants and boutiques. So don't wait because this is a wanted place!