Nestled near Auckland Ferry Terminal and Sky Tower, The Chancellor on Hobson offers a tranquil retreat. Indulge in the sauna or relax in the spa tub, then enjoy a coffee at the cafe. With an indoor pool, gym and multilingual staff available to assist you with tour tickets.
Queen Street Shopping District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Princes Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sky Tower - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
SkyCity Casino - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
University of Auckland - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 27 min drive
Auckland Britomart Station - 6 min walk
Auckland Baldwin Avenue Station - 10 min drive
Auckland Greenlane Station - 11 min drive
Gaunt Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
Daldy Street Tram Stop - 13 min walk
Jellicoe Street Tram Stop - 14 min walk
Restaurants
Fox's Ale House - 4 min walk
Saint Alice - 4 min walk
Trivet - 3 min walk
Ronnie's Cafe & Bakery - 2 min walk
Hello Beasty - 4 min walk
About this property
The Chancellor on Hobson
The Chancellor on Hobson puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Princes Wharf and Sky Tower. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at No 1 Hobson Lounge, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast. A fitness center, a hot tub, and a sauna are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Gaunt Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and Daldy Street Tram Stop is 13 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
65 rooms
Arranged over 13 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 3.35 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Covered onsite self parking (NZD 40.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Microwave
Stovetop
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dishwasher
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
No 1 Hobson Lounge - This café specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast only.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: NZD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.35 percent
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 40.00 per night
Parking
Covered self parking costs NZD 40.00 per night with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 6 AM to 10 PM
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Grand Chancellor Auckland City
Grand Chancellor City
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The Chancellor on Hobson Hotel Auckland
Frequently asked questions
Does The Chancellor on Hobson offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Chancellor on Hobson does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Chancellor on Hobson?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6 AM to 10 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Chancellor on Hobson?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Chancellor on Hobson?
Yes. Self parking costs NZD 40.00 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Chancellor on Hobson?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at The Chancellor on Hobson?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but SkyCity Casino (6-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Chancellor on Hobson and nearby?
The Chancellor on Hobson has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness center.
What's the area around The Chancellor on Hobson like?
The Chancellor on Hobson is in Auckland Central Business District, a short 10-minute walk from Gaunt Street Tram Stop and 6 minutes' walk from Sky Tower. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
The Chancellor on Hobson Reviews
7.8
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8.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.2
Staff & service
7.2
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Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 19, 2026
Great location
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2026
Clean, friendly staff, very helpful.
Not far from food
Chris
Chris, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2026
Staff were so friendly and knew the local area well, walkable to all the sites we wished to see in our 1 day, sky tower, viaduct and wharf
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 6, 2026
Big room nice view
Excellent location near Harbour bridge and vineyard with great restaurants and bars
Antonios
Antonios, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2026
Good location for the price and we had free parking!
Alireza
Alireza, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 11, 2026
The staff was wonderful. The room was clean with the exception of mold on balcony curtains and in tub area.
Lenore
Lenore, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2025
Great staff, clean, comfortable room.
Janette
Janette, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 20, 2026
The price reflects the standard of the accommodation. It was clean, had cooking facilities, good location, friendly staff.
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 18, 2026
We only stayed one night, but when we got into the room it was a self contained room which had just been upgraded.
There was a lot of the hotel being upgraded, it’s going to be nice when it is finished as it is central to most things which in our case was the cruise terminal, cross the road , over the footbridge then a 60m. Walk to the terminal…tops
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2026
The staff are always the best to deal with, we always enjoy the soa and sauna and the room and view was awesome.
Next bisit is already booked.
Marge
Marge, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2026
Was great to have the balcony and opening windows. Very clean and the staff were very helpful.
Debbie
Debbie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Clean hotel, friendly helpful staff
ROBERT
ROBERT, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2025
Great location and friendly staff. Spacious. Pool and hot tub were a plus, as was laundry in the room. Would stay again.
Colin
Colin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 3, 2025
Desk staff were very friendly and helpful. Cleaning staff were nice.
Raewyn
Raewyn, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 7, 2025
Staff very courteous!
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2025
Excellent location, service and amenities
Scarborough Marina
Scarborough Marina, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 9, 2026
Went to a concert at spark arena and this place was only a 15min walk away. Gym and pool were good. Room basic but good enough considering how cheap it was.
Akisi
Akisi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2026
A convenient hotel close to the waterfront in the CBD. A comfortable but older room. The bathroom is adequate and clean but needs modernising.
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 31, 2026
The room was one of the renovated rooms and was clean and enough room for 2 people.
Hotel is in great location for downtiwn and Viaduct Basin - plenty of shops and place to eat. Staff we dealt with were lovely and helpful. Gym and pool were good. My only thing I needed was a full length mirror in room so could check out attire as we were going to wedding. Otherwise stay was good, no complaints.
Lynnette
Lynnette, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2025
great spacious room, great location
Karina
Karina, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
Great location, friendly helpful staff, great pool and gym facilities and nice rooms. Highly recommend!
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 25, 2026
Room cleanliness, particularly the bathroom, and more cooking pots as I had brought food to cook knowing there was a kitchenette but there was only a fry pan so I ended up having to pay to eat out.
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2025
We arrived quite early before our check in time as our flight was early, the staff let us shower and get cleaned up in the pool area and held our luggage! Absolutely lovely service. Great room and location