The Great Ponsonby Arthotel – A Favorite for Families in Auckland
About the Hotel
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.
Choose from a variety of room types
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Facilities
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