This was a last minute booking for us as we extended our stay in Auckland and I'd say we really lucked out. The location in Devenport is much nicer than being in Auckland and the ferry ride to Auckland is fast and pleasant and you don't have to deal with parking in Auckland. Paul and Jane's house is very stylish and comfortable and the views of the sunset and bridge from their deck are outstanding, with the occasional Rainbow Birds an added bonus. It is hard to imaging a hotel providing better prepared and cleaner rooms than what is offered by Jane and Paul. And the breakfast spread Jane provides each morning is wonderful and almost too pretty to ruin by actually eating the food. We highly recommend staying with Jane and Paul if you are spending time in the Auckland area.