Situated just 5.3 km from Auckland Botanic Gardens, Mini Homestay features accommodation in Auckland with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The homestay has family rooms. At the homestay, the units are equipped with a outdoor furniture and a flat-screen TV. Featuring a shared bathroom with a walk-in shower and slippers, units at the homestay also feature free WiFi. At the homestay, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Howick Historical Village is 12 km from the homestay, while Mount Smart Stadium is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 6 km from Mini Homestay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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1 large double bed
1 double bed
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1 large double bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
8.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Zsom
    Poland Poland
    Good proximity to the bus stop that goes to the airport and other parts of the city. Clean and comfy room; fully equipped, shared kitchen available. Spotless shared bathrooms with toiletries available.
  • Jane
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The host was awake and helped me get in late at night.
  • L
    Canada Canada
    Easy to find, very close to transport. Very convenient for getting to and from the airport. Tracy was very helpful.

Hosted by Tracy Tran

8.9
8.9
Host review score
Host review score

Tracy Tran
You’ll love Mini Homestay due to it’s super COMFORTABLE. Its location is central to everything: only 12 mins drive to Auckland Airport, 3 mins walk to bus stop to get Air bus going directly to Airport, 15 mins walk to Puhinui Train Station. Within 2 kms, you can easily find stores of all NZ popular shopping/trading brands. Mini Homestay gives you a very comfortable feeling with new/spacious kitchen, large separated dining room, and huge outdoor dining/coffee area. Especially, the property has 3 big modern bathrooms. Parking is also very convenient, we offer free parking either in our backyard or in front of the house. We welcome all genuine guests and we reserve the rights to cancel any dishonest bookings which provide false credit card details/contact details or host can't contact guests after many attempts. No damage deposit requested however host reserves the rights to collect a compensation amount when guests damage/lose our assets or make an excessive uncleanliness. Please note: 3.5% surcharge is applied for payments by credit cards. A fee is applied for using heater. No laundry service is provided at the property.
We are a family of 4 members. All of us are very pleased to meet with new persons from over the world; so that we can exchange living and traveling experience. Our property is full of fresh air and green color from garden around the house.
From Auckland airport, guests can reach Mini Homestay super easily and conveniently by either: - Guests' Car: drive only 12 minutes. We offer free parking in backyard or in front of the house. - Uber: reasonable and reliable price. - Air Bus: cost cheap only and take 25 minutes Our area is safe with nice neighbours. Our location is super convenient for travelling. We are close to Auckland airport so noise from airplane could be heard. When you travel by car, it is very quick to access into motor way. When you need a train, only walk 15 minutes to Puhinui train station. When you need a bus, only 3 minutes walk to bus station.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Mini Homestay
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Ironing service
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Mini Homestay takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 22:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 04:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Eftpos Cash Bankcard Mini Homestay accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mini Homestay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

FAQs about Mini Homestay

  • Mini Homestay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Mini Homestay is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Mini Homestay is 10.6 miles from the centre of Auckland. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Mini Homestay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.