Braemar On Parliament Street

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2026

Richard

The room was clean and the innkeeper was wonderful!

10/10

Exceptional

20 Feb 2026

Michael

This is a place with character. John was great, and I enjoyed everyone I met, both staff and guests. The room was exactly what I needed, clean, restful, and with a definite history. Loved it!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Feb 2026

David

Clean rooms and wonderful antique furniture. Brilliant host in John. A home from home. Will be back

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jan 2026

Michael

What a great place!! Beautiful building, great location, informed and informative host (John) and a good breakfast that will set you up for the day. Recommend it to anyone.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2025

Michele

The Braemar on Parliament Street is a treasure from another time when the world was slower and craftsmanship and quality meant something. You'll be seated at a breakfast table with other guests in a truly delightful room with china tea cups, handmade wooden furnishings and a generous breakfast made just the way you like it! If you're looking for one of those carbon copy hotels. This is not for you. But, if you want a unique experience; this has something in every corner! And, one of the best places to start is with the host -- John! He's a veritable encyclopedia of stories of the building and places to see, eat and visit!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Nov 2025

Michelle

Very welcoming host with a wealth of helpful ideas.

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Nov 2025

Denise

The room was beautiful, as was the whole BnB. The hosts were wonderful and so accommodating and gave us suggestions on places of interest. Braemar is on the historic register and is full of beautiful antiques and interesting paintings and books to peruse. It is in an excellent location, being in the city center and close to the harbor and ferry. Breakfast was delicious and the overall ambiance is wonderful. I highly recommend this to everyone coming to Auckland.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2025

Suranga

Best B&B in Auckland!

conveniently located, elegant and charming rooms, and great hosts John and Mel

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2025

GAVIN

Friendly and helpful management, close proximity to spark arena. Thank you for hosting us

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

07 Mar 2025

Katherine

As other reviewers have noted, John is friendly and eager for his guests to have a great stay. However, I think it is also important to have truth in advertising. We booked the suite and found that it is in poor condition. There is significant water damage on one wall, leaving a big moldy patch. The bed is worn and lumpy. The settee is tattered and really not meant to be sat on. The bathtub is cracked and the luxury toiletries consisted of a recycled plastic bottle with a handwritten “bath salts” label. The tv lounge is now dominated by a second bed that is on a low frame that rocks back and forth. I appreciate that John gave us a partial refunded when we opted to leave, and we met another couple that were happy repeat customers when we checked in. So my take away is to book here for the company, not the luxury.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2025

Barbara

Braemar is a special place, filled with antique furnishings and old photographs and owned by two delightful hosts

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2025

Barbara

So much character! And a great breakfast! The hosts are lovely, warm people. I really enjoyed my stay.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jan 2025

Christopher

Wonderful hospitality, highly recommend!!!

Business

10/10

Exceptional

25 Dec 2024

Kelly

We started our adventure here and John was the perfect host. He served up a wonderful breakfast accompanied by great conversation. Our room was clean and comfortable. We walked down to the marina and found lots of food and shopping. Great place to stay if you want to bypass stuffy hotel rooms.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Dec 2024

Wendy

The property is unique as a former family home then flats and now a B&B with the owner working to restore the building and furnishings to its original albeit faded splendour. Charming step back in time

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Nov 2024

Sonia

A unique property with a kind and knowledgable host. We stayed one night in the Victorian Room. The room was beautifully decorated and I am sure all the pieces had lots of history to it that I wish we got to stay and learn about. It was a bit odd having a bathroom (toilet, sink, and shower) in the room itself with only a privacy screen to separate it from the rest of the room. It would be good if this was made a bit more apparent with photos on the website - especially for future guests who may not be comfortable with this layout. All in all, we had a comfortable stay during the short time we were there.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Nov 2024

Ana

Beautiful building, lovely service

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2024

Brian

Beautiful historic house in the heart of Auckland. Our host was wonderful: friendly, good conversation, deep knowledge about Auckland, and makes truly fluffy scrambled eggs.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2024

Yang

Our hosts at Braemar went truly above and beyond during our two-night stay as part of our honeymoon! John gave us the Victorian room, which was delightfully retro -- just as we wanted. He also got up super early (before 6am) just so that we could have some breakfast before our Hobbiton/Waitomo Caves tours. Our hosts were always incredibly gracious and a joy to get to know.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2024

Kirsty

Excellent stay and attentive hosts

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2024

Dijana

Amazing historic house that is centrally located and within walking distance of uni and downtown. Friendly and very helpful host.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2024

Julie

This was a delightful, authentic place to stay, with a delicious breakfast and personal attention from the owner. It is very centrally located and comfortable.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2024

Bonnie

It’s a property that is 100 years old and maintained in a lovely authentic manner. Very friendly owner. Wonderful breakfast and others quests were equally lovely. Slept extremely well. Mattress was great.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2024

Kimberlee

The house has an old world charm with history dating back to the 1900s. The location, in a quiet residential neighbourhood is wonderful and within easy walking distance to sites, shopping and restaurants.

John is a charming host with lots of stories, history and sightseeing tips to share....plus he makes a fantastic breakfast which sets you up for your day of sightseeing. A bonus is the glass of wine when you return for happy hour.

I highly recommend the Braemar on Parliament if you are looking for local colour and the B & B experience in Auckland. We'll be back!

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

07 Jan 2024

Neil

This property was terrible. It smelt damp and musty. The bed covers were very old and tatty,it looked like it hadn't been washed or replaced for 50 years. The property owner as nice as he was, seemed very used to people complaining about the room and when we said we couldn't sleep there the night and would have to find a new hotel he said this happens sometimes but you can't cancel and I will be talking the full amount from your credit card. I have stayed in better back packers. This is the worst hotel I've seen in a long time.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Dec 2023

Oscar

Excellent location and amazing host.

What an excellent location and amazing host. I would love to bring my future bride to be here in the near future. I loved the one on one time with with the owner and I love that he is passionate about preserving this property in the historic manner that it is. Highly suggested!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2023

Malcolm

Quirky and highly recommended

Braemar is an opportunity to experience a truly original property with a fabulous friendly host.
Quirky and stacked with interesting features along with a great breakfast.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2023

Megan

We had such a fabulous stay at Braemar.
Beautiful accomodation and excellent friendly customer service from the owners.
They went above and beyond to accommodate our family and pets.
The breakfast was also a lovely surprise.
Highly recommend checking them out if you are ever in need of somewhere to stay in Auckland.
We will definitely be back again.

Leisure Pet

8/10

Excellent

13 Nov 2023

Kingsley

A beautiful older building on what was a quiet street.
A brilliant host (so sorry sir I forgot your name) but very welcoming and you know that he loves doing BnB as a hobby/living.
Close walking distance to Spark arena.
Breakfast was excellent, and his Scrambled Eggs were top notch and 2nd only to my mums.
1 downside is that (Norman’s) room had a musty smell, we tried to air the room out while we were out, but yeah no success, tolerable during the night but once that small issue is dealt to, it would be a near perfect place to stay.
All the very best for the future.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2023

Pamela

John is a great host, provides wonderful info about local events, culture, history. And he quotes poems!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2023

John

What a gem of a place! It is located on a quiet street, yet within walking distance of the harbor and downtown. The owner is charming and saw to our needs. Breakfasts were substantial and tasted good. I highly recommend it.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2023

Nelson

We had a two night stay after cruise ship travel at Braemar on Parliament Street. We choose to walk with our luggage from port to bed & breakfast, and though we are in our senior years and unaccustomed to steep streets, found this location to be excellent. Its quiet, residential area near historical site and university. Host John and his spouse were magnificent, providing comfort, information, civil lessons, and hospitality. Enjoyed breakfast, too. Room was clean and spacious though needs ceiling repairs. No air-conditioning, but not needed. Bathroom facilities inside room dated to colonial days a bit uncomfortable; change in shower curtain recommended. But, we would definitely stay here again upon our return to Auckland. Thank you!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Feb 2023

Kevin

Fantastic property management.

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Dec 2022

Keyvan

This place was amazing and so welcoming! Situated in one the best Neighborhoods of Auckland, it has easy access to the university, and all the hot spots of Auckland.
The place has a character, and the owner is so caring, helpful and welcoming. I totally felt at home!
The highlight of my stay was the breakfast.. you simply can not miss it!

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

26 Dec 2022

Mary Ann

Lovely host.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Dec 2022

Alex

We found our stay at Braemar to be most comfortable. The hosts are attentive, the street quiet, and the location central to a number of the local Auckland sights and activities. We had no trouble finding a variety of places to eat in easy walking distance. The house is lovely old Victorian charm personified, and we were sad to leave. The breakfasts were varied and plentiful. If we are staying in Auckland again, we will be sure to seek a room at Braemar again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Dec 2022

Christopher

A Step Back Into Culture

The Braemer on Parliament Street was to say the least, an unexpected find during our honeymoon in New Zealand. Nestled in-between two larger buildings the Red and Gray exterior caught my eye as we passed the High Court in Auckland. At the ring of the bell, the light inside illuminated and we were greeted by our soon to be host, John. The next morning we woke up for a lovely breakfast and coffee. We were then escorted to Stratton Station where we boarded our Carriage on the Northern Explorer to continue our adventure through New Zealand.

John, we want to sincerely thank you for the kind hospitality and conversation during our stay. It was a wonderful experience that we will remember for a lifetime.

Best Wishes,
Christopher and Elizabeth

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Nov 2022

Robert

We thoroughly enjoyed our time. The owners of Braemar are absolutely delightful— as charming as the gorgeous property they own. We instantly felt cosy and at ease. Bonus: breakfast was delicious!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Nov 2022

Yarden

Lovely couple and beautiful home. A special place to stay that has lots of good dining options in walkable distance. Also convenient to the train station.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

02 Oct 2022

Amy

Location was good.

2/10

Poor

01 Oct 2022

Susan

We viewed the facility and told owner we were canceling our booking and want a refund. They said we would have to deal with Expedia. The owner had a dog running around, one of the lounges looked like a tv workshop. The desk top was stained we took pictures we were so shocked. The top of a chest in the room we were offered was dirty and the bedspread looked like it had been pawed by a dog. A real shock and not at all like the pictures on line. We want a refund. Dogs should not be running around a hotel/bed and breakfast, unhygienic. False advertising we want refund

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2022

Daniel

John, was an excellent host and very accomodating. I would defiantly stay again.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

A house over 100 year old Victoria home. Very nicely renovated. John and his wife are very nice, breakfast is excellent.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2020

Carol

Beautiful victorian bnb. Owners live on site, they are warm and charming. The place feels like being in my grandmother's
home. Comfy sitting rooms, run of the house, huge bedroom, with in room club foot tub and shower, lace curtains blowing with clean new zealand air, refrigerator in the room with complimentary wine, beer, and lemonade, quiet neighborhood with park across the street, close to waterfront, mall shopping and restaurants.. No tv, a stiff flight of stairs, but such a welcoming, homey feeling makes up for everything.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

The owners were very helpful and accommodating, including helping us save $ on the ride to the airport for our departing flight.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

John and Mel are the most affable and generous hosts! They went out of their way to accommodate and make us feel welcome.
A wonderful intro to Kiwis!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2020

JohnW

The place is an immaculate time capsule of early 1900's Auckland.
Loved the place. So much character.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2020

Fred

Jean Batten, New Zealand's Amelia Earhart, her Dad lived in the suite. There are places and plaques mentioning her throughout Auckland. History came into view.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2020

JONATHAN

Pre Cruise Overnight

Flight arrived the morning and was able to drop off bags and get settled right away. After freshening up I received an extensive tutorial of the area, as it was my first trip to Auckland, and headed out to discover and sightsee. Easy walking to so many locations, though keep in mind Auckland is a hilly city, and this is in the middle of it all. Absolutely loved the charm of this place and would definitely stay on my next visit. Not just a place to put your head on a pillow, but an opportunity to really immerse yourself in the gracious experience of being in New Zealand.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2020

Onny

Fantastic stay. Very kind & genuine hosts. Only truly nice people who appreciate the love & time the owners put into saving this building should stay here. Thanks so much!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

John, the owner was very attentive. Location is great.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2020

Bob

The ambience was superb. John and Mel have gone to great effort to make this a very welcoming place to stay. The décor is unique and they have an eclectic collection of memorabilia, books, and pieces of interest to inspire memories and conversation. I cannot think of a better place to stay on one's arrival in NZ.

Friends_and_family Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2020

Charles

Impressive Victorian building a short walk down hill into the centre. The biggest plus are the hosts, Mel, who is all smiling welcome and cooks great breakfasts and John, who is most helpful and informative.

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

04 Feb 2020

John

Deceptive disclosure. It was mentioned there is free shuttle to the airport. Not true. There Was no private bathroom available. Lenin where not fresh. No closet. Very old and beat up furniture and bed spread. Did not worth NZ $ 252. Not happy with your ranking. I actually hold you responsible for your ranking.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

Braemar was our first stop of our first visit to NZ, and was a thorough delight. John and Mel, our hosts, are meticulously restoring a grand dame of a 1800s home. Our room was spacious and comfortable, and the location perfect for exploring the city by foot. John shared insights into NZ life, culture, history and politics, as well as many great suggestions for things to do. We hope to return, and highly recommend!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jan 2020

Roger

Wonderful find and owners were incredibly helpful

By European standards, New Zealand is a very young country. Very few buildings are more than a hundred years old particularly in major cities, such as Auckland. Braemar is old and has a unique character as a consequence. John and Mel have been carefully restoring it to its former glory whilst bringing it up to modern standards. They have been managing to do this whilst maintaining the original character.
Mel cooks a very good breakfast - the fruit salad is particularly good - at which there was an opportunity to talk to fellow travellers. In the hall there is a world map with pins in it to represent where all the customers have come from. It is nearly full.
Braemar is in a quiet location but within easy walking distance of the town centre.
Our host, John, was very informative and knowledgeable about Auckland and other places to visit such as the Bay of Islands. He was exceptionally helpful when we found ourselves without a car (our own fault) and we simply could not have managed without him. What he did for us was far beyond the call of duty.
And BTW if you listen to the radio here in NZ, many of the voiceovers are done by John. That's the day job!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jan 2020

Kristen

Highly recommend this gorgeous b&b! An exfellent location, beautiful home, and generous and delightful hosts. John and Mel know how to run a great operation. We loved talking to them and getting suggestions from them for our first time in Auckland. They went above and beyond to make our stay (and our honeymoon!) a success. Thanks!!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

13 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Wouldn't stay here again

The Braemar is in a beautiful 1904 mansion. The largest room is huge, with a beautiful fireplace and large window. But there was no bathroom when the house was built, so one was added later. However, no one ever added walls, so the toilet just sits in the corner. The mattress was old and lumpy and the bedspread looked like a cat had attacked it. The chair was child-sized. There is no TV or coffee in the room. The location was good.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Gorgeous building which was full of character. John was an exceptional host, even dropping us off at the bus stop. Would definitely stay again next time we’re in Auckland. 5 stars

10/10

Exceptional

10 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Extraordinarily warm and welcoming owners John and Mel. Excellent location for walk to harbor, restaurants and sites.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Nov 2019

Erinn

This is a very old, and charming building with very friendly staff. I would recommend this stay.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Absolutely fabulous hosts, including lovely granddaughter visiting. Really enjoyed being waited on, and watching the \"All Blacks\" game with wine included. Loved the architecure. I could go on and on, nut will just say \"fabulous\".

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Charm

Great place to stay if visiting Auckland central. It has charm of a past era . Bed is very comfortable and the BF was amazing .
Towels and linen need to be upgraded

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Beautiful House - Great Hosts

Our stay in Auckland with John and Mel was great! They were generous enough to give us a free room upgrade with a stocked fridge and private bathroom. They had great recommendations for local activities and were knowledgeable about the city and it’s history. We would definitely stay there again next time we visit Auckland!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Fantastic Victorian house with informative and entertaining hosts (John and Mel). This is a unique B&B in the heart of Auckland. If you are looking for modern amenities, stay in a 5 star hotel; if you are looking for character and history, stay here. John was incredibly helpful - welcoming us even though it was late when we finally got to Auckland, parking our car, giving us tips on where to go for sightseeing and eating out. Thoroughly enjoyable stay - I would stay there again without doubt.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Fabulous place and people. Lits of good conversatuons over included wine and later the excellent breakfast. Lively place and would definitely return. Only minor issue was weak wifi signal in the room. Recommended!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Well maintained Victorian property. Walking distance to the Quay where most of the activity takes place. Our room was spacious and quiet. Breakfast (included) was very good. The owners are delightful and extremely helpful.

8/10

Excellent

02 Feb 2019

Clare

Comfortable and friendly stay.

Beautiful house that has been lovingly restored to it's former glory, with lots of history. Spacious and very comfortable. Shared bathroom was good with a lovely deep bath. Owners were very helpful and accommodating too, especially making breakfast available early for me.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Dec 2018

Karen

Great accommodation, very close to the CBD and Spark Arena.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Dec 2018

Liz

Best b&b ever!

If you want a place to stay and love character then this is the place to stay. The host could not be more welcoming. Was like going to visit family. The place was amazing a had a history of its own worth a visit even if you arent even staying in the place.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2018

William

Perfect B&B in the heart of Auckland.

Delightful hosts. Gorgeous home. Location walking distance from
Everything in city.

8/10

Excellent

21 May 2018

Michelle

Convenient location, charming house

A convenient and cosy place tucked away in a quiet area and yet near the main streets.Our hosts are warm and friendly, making sure to take good care of us, providing home cooked breakfast and sharing stories too.

While modernised in terms of automated lights and available WiFi, the house retains its old charms, lovingly maintained by its current owners. Free parking is available at the backyard.

Do say hello to Tina the adorable toy poodle!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2018

Barbara

Excellent choice.

The Best B&B of Our Trip
We spent almost three weeks in New Zealand, staying in six different B&B's or boutique hotels. The Braemar was by far the best. It is within walking distance of the heart of the city, has spacious rooms with a lot of character, and the breakfasts were excellent.

But what made it really special were the hosts, John and Mel. They helped us get the most out of our four days in Auckland -- both are extremely knowledgeable about the city and had great suggestions on what to do and see. We also had had some wonderful conversations about everything from sports to politics. (John is a former radio announcer.) They made us feel like we were very special guests in a very special place!

10/10

Exceptional

18 Dec 2017

Robin

Really a Bed and Breakfast with a terrific host

Right in the middle of Auckland where everything is in close walking distance you are welcomed as if you are a guest in your own home. Except Braemar is from another era with meticulous attention to preserving the beauty and history of the Home. A must stay if you are lucky enough to find yourself in Auckland.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Dec 2017

Terry

Excellent B&B near University of Auckland

Great historic B&B with wonderful hosts near the heart of the city of Auckland. Highly recommend this experience for anyone visiting Auckland. We stayed the night before a cruise and wish we could have stayed longer.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2017

Gerard

Braemar shines!

In truth the Overall Rating and Staff rate over 5! Facilities have an old world charm and its an experience to enjoy the antiques and setting. Wish it was much closer...I'd be a regular!

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2017

Mike

Majestic Bed and Breakfast

Fabolous experience, welcoming and attentive hosts. An absolute pleasure from beginning to end.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2017

Verified traveler

John was a great host, very accommodating. The lodgings were rich in character too.

8/10

Excellent

10 Jul 2017

gillian

Close to waterfront and cafes.

I absolutely loved the B&B, however, there was a strong 'musty' smell in my room that was uncomfortable to be with.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2017

Michael

Fantastics hosts, beautiful room (The Belfry). It was like staying in a museum! Free bottle of wine and delicious cooked to order breakfast. Hosts went out of their way to make us comfortable and great source of knowledge regarding Auckland.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2017

Verified traveler

Wonderful room, hosts, and location!

This is the ideal location for a stay in Auckland--a quiet, safe, beautiful area that is a very short walk from the center of the CBD. John and Mel are WONDERFUL hosts who prepare a fantastic breakfast and offer terrific recommendations and service. Finally, the B&B and rooms are absolutely beautiful. Plus they are quiet and have really fast wifi!. A terrific experience!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Apr 2017

Diana

An enjoyable stay...

A quick overnight trip to attend a show. All our needs were met in a welcoming attentive manner. Very comfortable stay with a lovely breakfast before departure. Great central location and a lovely Victorian home.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2017

Noeline

Step Back in Time

This was such an unexpected surprise. I love this era and it is fantastic that someone has taken the care and passion to preserve it. John and Mel were superb hosts - and Miss Tina. The location to CBD was great. Felt the linen was a bit tired, but the décor, service and little surprises (free parking, wifi, free fridge contents were a delight.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Mar 2017

jebohio

Wonderful Beautiful House and BB.

Wonderful location. Beautiful home. Very close to the university. Owners were lovely and very accommodating. They volunteered and dropped us off at the waterfront for dinner and recommended a wonderful restaurant. The next day they dropped us off at the train station. Fantastic breakfast...wonderful, wonderful people and experience.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Mar 2017

Verified traveler

Fantastic hosts at a great location

Perfect place to stay: located at walking distance to almost everywhere you would like to go in Central Auckland or even further, since you can get elsewhere by easily getting to the right way of transportation from the B&B.
Hosts are adorable and make everything to make you feel at home and to accommodate your needs and more!

10/10

Exceptional

17 Mar 2017

Matt

Beautiful B&B; outstanding hosts

We had a great stay. Braemar is a charming home, conveniently located in the CBD near parks, the university, and attractions. Our hosts were friendly and knowledgeable, and they made us feel right at home. Breakfast each morning was excellent. We had a wonderful time and would definitely visit Braemar on our next trip to Auckland.

8/10

Excellent

10 Mar 2017

DLM

Beautiful b&b restored beautifully.

Excellent b&b. Stayed for two nights and the couple that run it are exceptionally sociable and know how to make your stay a home away from home.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Feb 2017

Greg

Lovely gem in the heart of Auckland

Sue and John are wonderful hosts. On our first day in NZ they welcomed us warmly and made us feel right at home. The only downside was we only stayed one night. We will definitely return for a longer stay on our next trip to Auckland. It is a beautiful home and right in the heart of the city - you will not be disappointed!

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

Very convenient to CBD

Old fashioned bed and breakfast. Hosts very helpful and friendly. Will be back.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2017

Verified traveler

Wonderful stay with wonderful hosts

Clean and neat rooms. Very convenient location to stroll around the city. Hosts were very friendly and made us feel at home. The room we booked didn't have attached bathroom, while booking we didn't know this, but the shared bathroom was diagonally opposite to our room, it was spacious and clean with all the toiletries. We didn't have any problem with the shared bathroom. Parking is also not a problem, it is not adjacent to the building, one has to go around 2, 3 buildings to get into the parking lot, But host himself did the valet parking for us and when needed he got the car in front of the building. Hosts provided us wonderful cooked breakfast to start our day. Overall unforgettable stay with wonderful hosts.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jan 2017

Verified traveler

Amazing hospitality

If 5 stars is best, can I give these guys 10 stars?! Wonderful , beautiful place. The hosts are amazing- warm and super helpful in every way. Breakfast was delicious
Thanks John and Mel!!!

10/10

Exceptional

11 Dec 2016

Per

Great hospitality

Excellent stay! Rooms are spacious, all very clean and proper. Old building but well preserved. The owners are extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast is really good, and quite nice that all guest sit at the same table, you get to know your fellow guests

10/10

Exceptional

06 Dec 2016

Christine

Friendly, helpful staff. Great proximity to city. Enjoyed stay - thank you!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Nov 2016

w

Lovely stay with lovely people

I'd love to come back! I booked late one night after being unexpectedly stranded in Auckland for a night. John and Mel welcomed me with great warmth (and a bottle of wine!). I slep wonderfully in a big comfy bed. Breakfast the next morning was delicious. They have put so much love into fixing up this b&b and I'm so glad I was able to share in the results!

10/10

Exceptional

25 Nov 2016

Raphael

Lovely and well located

Amazing hotel, with very friendly owners and great location. It is close to the harbor and shopping district. Very good breakfast and comfortable rooms.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2016

kim

For something Different

Had a lovely stay for one Saturday night. The house was so interesting with it's history and John was so accomodating.
We had a lovely wine and met some of the other guests -this would never happen in a hotel central Auckland. The Shower was great and the brekfast enjoyable. John was so easy to chat with and nothing was a problem.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Nov 2016

John and Anita

Charming Bed and Breakfast with welcoming hosts

John and Mel, the proprietors of this bed and breakfast, have created a lovely environment in this heritage home. Whereas the other old houses on the block have been replaced by apartment buildings, John endeavored to keep history alive by purchasing and restoring the house, creating a bed and breakfast that retains the old world charm of the original home.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2016

Filip

A stylish b&b in the center of Auckland.

Braemar is very well located. Its only a 10 minutes walk to the harbour and city centre. It is situated next to a park in a quiet street. The house dates from 1910 and has a very stylish interior. When arriving, you immediately feel at home. John and Mel are really very warm hosts. They are always ready to help and give advice. This is much more than just a b&b!!!!!

4/10

Poor

16 Mar 2016

Jenny

Expensive old style b&b

Very expensive b&b, well-located near downtown Auckland. A friendly welcome and parking, which is welcome. But for the price the room(s) were lacking in amenities. In particular, for a business traveller, there is no table or a desk where you can do some work, I couldn't join the wifi network despite the prominently displayed password given - and I was doing this after 9 pm so nobody to ask. The bedside table isn't even big enough to take your book and a glass of water, and the tiny lamp is not something you could read by. The room is dingy - guess that's the old-style they advertise.

6/10

Pleasant

14 Mar 2016

Greg

Central location, great service but...

Well located hotel, well more of a bed & breakfast. The service is the standout as John and his wife take immense pride in their work. For me though, the property lacks the modern niceties and necessities for a business traveller like aircon and a desk in the room. Also wasn't a big fan of the communal bathroom setup. John and his wife do make every effort to please with what they have to offer.