What is Grafton like?

Travellers to Auckland's Grafton neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for Grafton travel tips? Make sure that you visit Grafton Bridge and Auckland Domain while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Grafton?

Based on our traveller data, Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group is one of the top choices for your stay in Grafton. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from University of Auckland, and it offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Nesuto St Martins Apartment Hotel .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Grafton area?

Expedia has 34 hotels and other accommodation options in Grafton to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Auckland area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Grafton, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Grafton.

What can I see and do in this Auckland neighbourhood?

Landmarks in Grafton that you won't want to miss include Grafton Bridge and Karangahape Road. Auckland Domain and Symonds Street Cemetery are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Grafton include Grafton Gate, Auckland Baptist Tabernacle and Wintergarden. When you're sightseeing in Auckland, Myers Park and Norman Ng Building are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Grafton and the greater Auckland area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Auckland Grafton Station.

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Our top choices for Grafton hotels

A hallway with a circular archway leading to a spa area, featuring a tiled wall and two lanterns on either side.

1. Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Grafton

Rosemary

RM508 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a sofa, dining table, and chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and large windows with curtains.

2. Nesuto St Martins Apartment Hotel

Grafton

Joseph

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A tall, multi-story building with a curved facade, featuring a series of windows and a visible entrance.

3. Columbia Apartments

Grafton

Emori

RM194 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A restaurant interior with a curved counter, wooden tables, and chairs.

4. Empire Apartments

Grafton

D

RM259 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a comfortable sofa, and a view of a cityscape through floor-to-ceiling glass windows.

5. Four Points by Sheraton Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 0.8 km from Grafton

Darren

RM485 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a curved staircase, a large window with a city view, a sofa with cushions, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

6. Crowne Plaza Auckland by IHG

Auckland Central Business District, 1.2 km from Grafton

Ian

RM453 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

The exterior of the Grand Hotel with a clear sign, a glass facade, and a well-lit entrance.

7. The Grand by SkyCity

Auckland Central Business District, 1.3 km from Grafton

Karleena

RM767 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A rooftop bar with a city view, a tall tower, and a red-leafed tree.

8. Radisson RED Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 1.1 km from Grafton

Andrew

RM485 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent "Grand Millennium" sign, featuring a glass facade and illuminated blue lighting.

9. Grand Millennium Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 1 km from Grafton

Rennie Angelo

RM525 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A building with a sign reading "TROCACERO."

10. Legacy Airedale Hotel Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 0.9 km from Grafton

Chris

RM545 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a mural of a cityscape.

11. Mercure Auckland Queen Street

Auckland Central Business District, 0.6 km from Grafton

Shaenaz

RM338 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A park with a walking path, palm trees, and modern buildings in the background.

12. Quest Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 0.7 km from Grafton

Kahukura

RM415 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a central decorative sculpture, and a glass building facade in the background.

13. SkyCity Hotel

Auckland Central Business District, 1.4 km from Grafton

Ayeisha

RM549 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape including a tower.

14. voco Auckland City Centre by IHG

Auckland Central Business District, 1.5 km from Grafton

Diana

RM555 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fireplace, and outdoor seating.

15. Abstract Hotel

0.5 km from Grafton

Eduard

RM274 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large TV, a sofa, a chair, and a view of the city.

16. Horizon by SkyCity

Auckland Central Business District, 1.4 km from Grafton

Amy

RM537 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent tower and a glass facade.

17. Rydges Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, 1.5 km from Grafton

Sharon Marie

RM484 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a covered entrance, and a modern architectural design.

18. Imagine Beach Road

Auckland Central Business District, 1.6 km from Grafton

Yashar

RM367 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A tall building with a Holiday Inn Express sign at the base.

19. Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG

Auckland Central Business District, 1.5 km from Grafton

Ann

RM555 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a desk, and a wardrobe.

20. Goodview Hotel

Auckland Central Business District, 1 km from Grafton

Adam

RM359 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Grafton

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group	5.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,975 reviews	View
Nesuto St Martins Apartment Hotel	4.5 star property	8.0 Very good 3,576 reviews	View
Columbia Apartments	2.5 star property	6.6 102 reviews	View
Empire Apartments	3.0 star property	6.6 243 reviews	View
M Social Hotel Auckland	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,239 reviews	View

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