The place was fantastic, Desiree was awesome and very accomodating and supportive through some challenging circumstances that we experienced due to Cyclone Gabrielle hitting our home region of Hawke's Bay when we were due to travel to Auckland for our stay. The highlight though was coming from chaos to the sanctuary of sitting on that balcony with a glass of something watching a beautiful sunset and the lights, sounds and activity of the Viaduct and harbour - it was like having a moment in the calm of the eye of the storm, some brief respite before returning to the devastation in Hawke's Bay. We found the Wilson Parking just outside the front entrance very convenient, albeit quite expensive, so that is something to factor into the cost of staying if bringing a car. Desiree was extremely kind, helpful and thoughtful.
We hope to stay again.