When we reserved Paul's place in Auckland, we were looking for a comfortable apartment which would allow our family to explore the city. In particular, we needed a place that allowed us access to public transport. (I have never driven on the left side of the street in my life, so I did not want to rent a car). Paul's place was all, and more than what we expected. It is a short walk away from Auckland's main shopping district, and is close to several restaurants. Or if you prefer to prepare your own meals, a nearby supermarket provides all you need. It is also just a few minutes walk away from Britomart, a major transport hub. Arranging trips to Hobbiton - which was one of our main reasons for coming - was a breeze.
The apartment itself is meticulously clean. There was ample bedspace for the 5 people in my party. The building, and indeed the neighborhood were quiet and peaceful. The only thing any of us had to fault was the WiFi connection, which was inconsistent.