A very fine hotel with great views of Auckland from some of the rooms. We were pleasantly surprised at the quality of the rooms for the price. Breakfast at the hotel restaurant (and a brunch at the hotel bar) were both excellent, abeit a bit pricey. Takapuna is a cute little town, with lots of restaurant options and stores around.... more

we enjoyed our stay at the Spencer on Byron. it's located in Takapuna, which is 15 min bus ride to Devonport and a ferry ride to Auckland. we liked this area much more than Auckland-- it's quieter, but there's a beach nearby and lots of restaurants. the hotel was clean, the staff was friendly, really the location did it for... more

We stayed for 3 nights at the Spencer on Byron recently, and we have stayed here once before, hence our return visit, cannot fault the location, front desk staff pleasant. Our room however left a lot to be desired. The twin beds had seen better days and were quite lumpy and uncomfortable. As another reviewer said the kitchen supplies are... more

Based upon the reviews here I had booked a suite at the Spencer on Byron last August and was really looking forward to my time in both Auckland and this hotel for my first three nights and it was a solid quality choice in terms of the hotel, its ammenities and surroundings though I did encounter some problems with my... more

Takapuna is on the North Shore of Auckland and having lived in Auckland, we knew the area well. This hotel is off the beginning of the shopping/restaurant area and an easy walk into the town and beach. I hadn't been aware of the NZ$10 per day parking charge and we stayed 4 nights in a 19th Floor room with a... more

We booked our first two nights at the Spencer to acclimate to New Zealand time after flying in from Vancouver. Upon arrival in Auckland we had called to ask about earlier than 2 pm check-in as our Air NZ flight arrived at 6 a.m. (we would have been happy to wait until noon), but were told that 2 p.m. is... more

The Spencer is a smart, efficient hotel in Takapuna -- Auckland's north shore. The views are fantastic and the restaurant is excellent. Lovely suite with small well equipped kitchen. Only negatives are the influxes of tour groups and lack of a shady spot at the pool. Nice helpful staff, close to many cafes and shopping and not too far from... more

Pretty standard really. Wasn't as impressed as expected - it was number 1 when booked. Staff were very helpful and moved rooms when given a really smelly smoking room. Some great views of the city at one side of the hotel. Lots of space as you get the lounge rm / kitchenette. Not really sure you need the whole kitchen... more

We arrived in Auckland very early and found the hotel very easily, thanks to their online directions. Imagine your first stop in a new city where, when the bellboy opens your hotel room door, the whole city is there before you through a 9th floor window. OK, it maybe out from the city across the harbour, but it was unbeatable... more