We had a lovely stay at the Metropolis. Communication with Paddy before we arrived was great as was the courier service of our keys to our rental car company at the airport in the middle of the night; this made the whole arrival process really comfortable.
The location is phenomenal. We found that most of what we wanted to do in Auckland was really nearby. The apartment also had a dedicated parking spot which was crucial for our rental.
The apartment itself had a great layout that allowed 4 people to share the space, make meals, and hang out very comfortably for the week. It was a little smaller than advertised but didn't feel like it. The kitchen is pretty well equipped but check if it has what you need before buying groceries. We used all the amenities including the hot tub and gym.
Overall it was a great stay and I would definitely stay here again when in Auckland.