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About the Hotel

30 Ponsonby Terrace, Auckland, New Zealand

Historic Villa Accommodation

The Great Ponsonby Arthotel occupies a converted 1898 villa with 11 rooms including villa rooms, courtyard studios, and suites. Rooms feature en suite bathrooms with showers, electric blankets, blackout curtains, and free Wi-Fi. Some include private decks overlooking the garden, kitchenettes with electric kettles, and sitting areas with flat-screen TVs.

Legendary Breakfast Service

Breakfast includes seasonal fruit, homemade yogurt, banana bread, croissants, and selection of juices with plunger coffee or tea. Hot options feature banana crêpes, full English breakfast, and Greek omelette with feta. Most produce comes from local OOOBY (Out Of Our Backyard) sources, with gluten-free and dairy-free options available.

Art-Filled Common Spaces

The hotel features original New Zealand and Pacific Island artwork throughout. Guests can use the library/sitting room with books and films by local filmmakers, outdoor verandah, and dining area. Services operate on an honesty system, including the complimentary welcome drink fridge and photocopier access.

Ponsonby Neighborhood Location

Located in the Ponsonby heritage neighborhood, the hotel is a 5-minute walk from approximately 50 restaurants and independent retail stores. It's 2 km from Aotea Square and Auckland Town Hall, 2.5 km from Viaduct Harbour and Queen Street, and 1 km from Victoria Park Market.

Transportation and Airport Services

Airport pickup service available for NZ$100 with 24-hour taxi arrangement. Taxis from airport cost NZ$95-140, SkyBus runs every 15 minutes to city center, and Super Shuttle provides door-to-door service. Off-street parking available for guests with rental cars.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Courtyard King or Twin
2 persons
34 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Penthouse Suite
2 persons
40 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Villa King or Twin Room
2 persons
17 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Courtyard Queen Studio
2 persons
34 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre
Auckland 2.7 km
Airports
Auckland (AKL) 22.7 km
Train
Train Station - Kingsland 2.5 km
Train Station - Britomart 2.5 km
Bus
Bus stop300 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

30 Ponsonby Terrace, Auckland, New Zealand
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30 Ponsonby Terrace, Auckland, New Zealand
Nearby
Auckland CentralNew Zealand
Ponsonby
480 m
Restaurants
Hyde Kitchen & Cellar
240 m
282 Ponsonby Rd
Thai Classic Restaurant
310 m
282 Ponsonby Road
Ramen Takara Ponsonby
330 m
272 Ponsonby Road Ponsonby
Bona Cafe
370 m
286A Ponsonby Road Ponsonby
Bistro Bambina
340 m
268 Ponsonby Road
Cafe Cezanne
390 m
296 Ponsonby Road
Little Bird Organics and The Unbakery
530 m
1A Summer Street
Casa Del Gelato Ponsonby
380 m
288 Ponsonby Road
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