We stayed here one night as a surprise weekend out of the house by my partner, and I was pleasently…read moresurprised by this little inn just at the end of Takapuna beach. The rooms were fantastic, surrounding the pool at the centre of the property, massive king sized bed we could lie sideways on, tea and coffee making facilities, and Sky TV. Our room had a huge spa bath in them, (which we made good use of!) and with it's location right next to Takapuna, if you want a nice romantic time away but still be within walking distance of a great dinner, a few drinks and a moonlit stroll down Takapuna beach, there isn't any better place than here. And for rooms for $170 a night, it's not necessarily the cheapest property around, but you pay for the location and the rooms are well worth it, plush, comfortable, fantastic.

From the owner: We offer quality accommodation in a great location right on Takapuna Beach in Auckland…read more We have a range of self contained rooms available from studios to spacious one & two bedroom units in relaxed subtropical outdoor surroundings. Ideal for either corporate or leisure travellers. Guest facilities include parking on site, wireless internet, BBQ area, guest laundry, swimming pool and spa. Close walking distance to a large number of restaurants Breakfasts available Monday - Friday.

My "go to" hotel on my frequent trips to Auckland. . . worth the additional ten minute drive to…read moreenjoy the view across the bay to Auckland itself - especially at night. . . Great rooms, it was always a suite so don't know if they've changed that, and great food and service. The staff were great . . . and the concierge didn't flinch at my requests -- "I want a Harley Davidson tomorrow morning" and then came up with their own. . ."Mr Mead, would you like to go swimming with sharks. . . " Am blessed to have stayed there and would jump at the chance again except I'm no longer doing business in New Zealand -- shame. . writing this review makes me want to resurrect it. Great place You can't go wrong. . .

This time we thought we'd try the Taka for a hotel night away from home and this is I think, the…read moreonly option. The Spencer on Byron has a lovely flash name but I do deeply regret never having had the chance to stay at the Mon Desir (check your Auckland history kids). Our room was nice enough and we definitely felt like we were in a hotel which is always a good sign. The ancient 12 inch tv was deeply uncool though. The views are amazing and just being by the sea makes you feel more relaxed. One problem we did have however was that the "heated pool" was frickin freezing. This was before our Indian summer and that pool absolutely needed to be heated so just as well the spa was. We used the gym too which is spacious and well equipped and one of the best things about hotel gyms is the folk - people sure do behave funny in them. Overall we had a good time but the main reason for that was Takapuna itself, not so much the hotel. I grew up thinking the Shore was a whole different city and in literal terms back then it was. Takapuna though is so close to Auckland (traffic notwithstanding) and has a really bustling culture going on. If only all the sub-parents would agree to move there : (

The Parklane Motor Inn in Takapuna was a great weekend get-away for my girlfriend and I. A mere…read moreblock away from Takapuna beach, a romantic walk through the sand after a restaurant dinner, a balcony and a spa pool in the bedroom- you don't need much more. The pool isn't as big as pictures make it out to be and is directly in front of the Breakfast room but it is nicely elevated above the car park and well maintained. They also offer a small gym and sauna although you may have to ask directions (they're downstairs from the pool area). The Premium Spa Studio I book was spotless and well priced. Parklane Inn is a nice place for a clean and quiet holiday or an escape from Auckland City, without breaking the bank .

Takapuna's Parklane motel is about halfway between central Takapuna and Hauraki Corner on the Lake…read moreRd-Esmonde Rd intersection. The only thing you really need to know about this place is that it's all about location-location-location. It's easy to get to by car, it's a few minutes walk from the perfect golden horseshoe that is Takapuna Beach, and there's a multitude of bars and restaurants just ten minutes walk down the road. The place itself is a little tired and grey, but the rooms are adequately sized, clean and for the location very reasonably priced. It's a nice weekend getaway for couples - on those sunny days you can't really go wrong - so the missus and I have come here more than once. There's only one bit of properly negative feedback I have - some of the walls aren't exactly sound-proof - I'll let you reach your own conclusions there...