We’re from Australia & had a flying visit to Auckland to go to the Pop Up Globe. Hilary’s Place was perfect - 10 minutes amble to the PuG, close to bus & train to the city centre, and lots of cafes, shops etc within a short walk.
Nice spacious room with exceptionally comfortable bed - I had the best sleep I’d had for ages.
Hilary was very helpful with lots of local info & also saved us from getting lost (when we ended up in the dog walking park instead of the racecourse.)
As other reviewers have noted, there’s quite a step up into the shower which could be an issue for anyone with a mobility problem (for us, moderately fit & in early 50s and mid-70s it was fine.)
We would come back in a flash, and are already plotting & scheming to make another visit happen.