Very smooth check in. The property is pretty much you would expect from the description on the ad. It is not at the centre of the city but we know that when we book it. It is about 10-15 minutes walk to the downtown, the botanic garden, the museum, the tramways stops etc., and the walk along the Avon river in the north Hagley Park is quite easy and enjoyable. There are quite a few nice restaurants around so there is actually no need to get to the city centre.