We only stayed for 1 night on our way to the south island. Even though the hotel is within walking distance of so many restaurants, there are definitely several downside with staying at this place. The hotel page didn't notify that parking is available with a fee ONLY if you request it when we make the booking. We weren't aware of this, but lucky enough there was a spot available. The parking lot itself is a nightmare as there's only one way in and out. The drive up to the upper lever parking lot is very narrow, it doesn't suit a car bigger than hatchback or sedan. Getting to the hotel in a car is a little chaotic, so please do your research if you plan to drive to the hotel. The room is pretty small and the shower's hole cover keep floating when the shower is on. Ever though the room is equipped with washer/dryer which is great for our overall trip, the level that our room is in has a very strong odour from the long term residents' cooking. There are plenty of room refreshers in the hallway, but it doesn't seem like it worked against the odour