Modern 1BR Escape Central Auckland by Zodiak Stays

Summary:

Welcome to your stylish urban escape at Courthouse Lane, right in the vibrant heart of Auckland City. This beautifully appointed one-bedroom apartment by Zodiak Stays offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and contemporary design ideal for business travelers, students, couples, or anyone wanting to experience the best of central Auckland.



Important - make sure to read through the Other Things to Note section below.



The Space:

Step into a bright and inviting apartment by Zodiak Stays that perfectly blends comfort, convenience, and modern style. Designed with a spacious open-plan layout, this light-filled retreat features a private balcony and all the contemporary amenities you need for a relaxed, enjoyable stay in the heart of Auckland.



The living area offers a cozy lounge complete with a Smart TV, soft rug, and plush seating creating a warm and homely feel after a day in the city. Large glass doors open onto your private balcony, where you can sip your morning coffee or unwind with an evening drink while taking in lovely city views.



Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen, featuring a stove, oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, and all essential cookware and utensils perfect for preparing home-cooked meals or enjoying a lazy weekend brunch.

A dining table with seating for four completes the space, ideal for shared meals or casual work-from-home moments.



The spacious bedroom boasts a comfortable king-sized bed dressed in premium linen and soft pillows to ensure a restful night’s sleep. Wake up to gentle natural light and views over the city skyline, setting the tone for a great start to your day.



The modern bathroom features a bathtub for a relaxing soak, along with fresh towels, complimentary toiletries, and a washing machine for added convenience perfect for both short and extended stays.



This apartment is equipped with centralized air conditioning and heating, as well as a washer and dryer to make your stay effortless and comfortable year-round.



At Zodiak Stays, we go the extra mile to ensure a seamless, welcoming experience for every guest. Your stay includes:



- Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi

- Complimentary coffee, tea, sugar, salt, and pepper

- Premium shampoo, conditioner, and body wash

- Access to the building’s pool and gym



Whether you’re visiting Auckland for business, study, or leisure, this apartment provides the ultimate combination of comfort, style, and location. With Queen Street, boutique shops, cafés, museums, and Albert Park just a short stroll away, everything you need is right at your doorstep.



Shared Facilities Disclaimer:

Please note that access to shared building amenities (gym, pool, sauna) is managed by the building’s management. Availability may change due to maintenance or operational reasons, sometimes without prior notice to hosts. While we hope you can enjoy these facilities, we cannot guarantee access at all times.



Please note that a refundable security deposit (authorised and held by your card provider, not charged to us) is required as part of the booking process.



Guest Access:

Guests have full access to the entire apartment, including the pool and gym on level 8.



The Neighborhood:

Everything you need is within walking distance from the apartment! Here are some suggestions for things to see and do on your visit to Auckland:



The Viaduct - the best bars and restaurants in the city! The New Zealand Maritime Museum is here, as well as Silo Park where you can watch outdoor films for free in the evening. You can also catch ferries from here to the amazing islands in the Hauraki Gulf like Waiheke, Tiritiri Matangi, and Rangitoto, as well as go on a whale and dolphin safari.



Federal Street - next to the Sky Tower (you can't miss it!) There are a lot of really nice bars and restaurants and cafes in this street, as well as the Sky City Casino and of course the Sky Tower. Dine at the top of tower at restaurant with the best views in Auckland, and jump off the Sky Walk to get down



Aotea Square - Auckland's cultural centre. Surrounding the square you'll find the Town Hall, Aotea Centre, Event cinemas, and two theatres (The Civic and the Q). The square itself is a nice place to people watch and sip some coffee. An ice-rink is the main attraction here during winter.



Albert Park, Art Gallery and the Museum - Albert Park is a lovely place where you can chill and read, and the Auckland art gallery is next door on Wellesley Street. If you keep walking up Wellesley Street, past Auckland University, and across Grafton Road, you will eventually find Auckland Domain which is the biggest park in Auckland and has the Auckland War Memorial Museum, as well as an amazing botanical garden.



Karangahape Road (a.k.a 'K' Road) - If you head up the hill on Queen Street, you'll eventually reach K Road, where you'll find Auckland's alternative night scene. Many great bars, live music, shisha cafes, and cheap takeaways are what K Road is known for.



Ponsonby – If you head West of the CBD, you will find the Ponsonby area. There is old colonial-style architecture there, many great stores for shopping, restaurants, bars, and cafes. Some of the best restaurants in Auckland are here, especially great for fine dining as this is an up-market area of Auckland.



Parnell - Known for it's variety of dining options, boutiques and galleries. Also many cool bars to check out. Non Solo Pizza is highly recommended if you're after great food, cocktails and buzzing atmosphere (for a mature crowd). Load up on fresh fruit and veg and enjoy a variety of food stalls every weekend at 545 Parnell Road is La Cigale - French Farmer's Market! There are also footpaths and bike trails that lead across the parklands of Auckland Domain.



Apart from these mini adventures, Queen Street (main street the city) is filled with shops, bars, cafes, restaurants, live music venues, and more! Make sure you explore High Street as well, which lies just parallel to Queen Street. That whole area is very nice to walk, relax, or dine out in, and tends to be a bit cheaper than Queen Street if you want to do some shopping.



If you want to explore further Auckland then you can take a walk towards the Viaduct from the apartment. There you will find Britomart station. (Bus and train)



Getting Around:

Best way to get around Auckland is by driving or catching an Uber.



Other Things to Note:

Shared Facilities Disclaimer:

Please note that access to shared building amenities (gym, pool, sauna) is managed by the building’s management. Availability may change due to maintenance or operational reasons, sometimes without prior notice to hosts. While we hope you can enjoy these facilities, we cannot guarantee access at all times.



Monthly Stays: We have a 10% discount factored into the price if you book for 28 nights or more.



Key Pick-Up: The key will need to be picked up from our Zodiak office in Auckland Central (the full address Level 2, Unit A210/52 Courthouse Lane, Auckland CBD), which is a 2 minute walk or 2 min drive away from the apartment. We provide 24/7 access to keys via lockboxes. This is a different location to the property you’ll be staying at. Please double-check if this suits you and ask us if you have any questions or concerns before booking. We also have free WiFi access at our office in case you need the internet to contact us. We will send you the full check-in instructions on the morning of your arrival date.



Personal Check-ins: We can arrange for someone to meet you at the property for a $85 fee. Please inquire before booking to check availability - we will need at least two days notice to guarantee someone can meet you.



Parking: There is a free secure carpark in the building allocated to this property



Check-in Time: Check-in time is after 3pm. If you need to check-in earlier, then please double-check with us first so we can confirm availability.



Amenities: We provide a starter pack of amenities to last you the first few days of your stay: 450ml shampoo and conditioner, 450ml bodywash, 2x tea/coffee, 3x toilet paper rolls, 1 pack of laundry powder, 1 pack of dishwashing powder, dishwashing liquid, cleaning spray and wipes, but you will need to purchase your own amenities after these run out. Please do not take the large refillable bottles provided as we’ll need to charge for replacement.



Nespresso Machine: We don’t provide coffee pods in the unit, but you’re very welcome to bring your own favorites. For your convenience, we’ve provided complimentary instant coffee during your stay



Linens: We provide a full set of linens for each bed, a hand towel, face cloth and shower towel per guest. Extra linens can be provided for a fee. Please inquire before your stay.



Checkout Time: Checkout time is at 10am.



This is a professionally managed property by Zodiak Stays so you can expect the very best in service, but please note it is not a serviced property.



Interaction with Guests:

Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm NZ time and we will try to respond to your messages/email as soon as possible. You will be provided with an emergency 24/7 maintenance number as well in case you need that outside of our regular office hours.