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The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel

Property class: 4
B&B with bar/lounge, near Sky Tower

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Nestled near Sky Tower, The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel offers an upscale retreat. Discover a tranquil oasis with the garden and library, or indulge in the buffet breakfast. With laundry facilities and free self parking, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY474
CNY546 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27

Why we love this property

Breakfast and bar
This bed & breakfast offers a refreshing bar for evening relaxation. Mornings begin with delicious options at the buffet breakfast.
Cozy robe retreat
Individual furnishings adorn each guestroom at this bed & breakfast. Guests can wrap up in plush bathrobes after a day of adventure.

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

Villa Room Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Villa Room King/Twin

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a bed, a chair, a table with a colorful tablecloth, and a large window with decorative glass panes.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dresser, a nightstand with a lamp, a window, and a door.

Studio, Courtyard Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with a view, and a door with a green curtain.

Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and artwork on the walls.

Villa, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Queen Villa

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Queen Courtyard Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard King or Twin Courtyard Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
30 Ponsonby Terrace, Ponsonby, Auckland, 1011

What's nearby

  • Ponsonby Road - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Victoria Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sky Tower - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • SkyCity Casino - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Queen Street Shopping District - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 30 min drive
  • Auckland Baldwin Avenue Station - 7 min drive
  • Auckland Remuera Station - 7 min drive
  • Auckland Grafton Station - 9 min drive
  • Daldy Street Tram Stop - 21 min walk
  • Gaunt Street Tram Stop - 22 min walk
  • Jellicoe Street Tram Stop - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Broken Lantern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jervois Steak House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Honey Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Italiano - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Allpress Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel

  • The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Queen Street Shopping District and Princes Wharf. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • 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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 25 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

Great Ponsonby ArtHotel B&B Auckland
Great Ponsonby ArtHotel B&B
Great Ponsonby ArtHotel Auckland
Great Ponsonby ArtHotel
The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel Auckland
The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel Bed & breakfast
The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel Bed & breakfast Auckland

Frequently asked questions

Does The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel 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.

Are pets allowed at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but SkyCity Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel and nearby?

The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel has a garden.

What's the area around The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel like?

The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel is a short 13-minute walk from Victoria Park and 4 minutes' walk from Ponsonby Road.

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Reviews

The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent and great. (5 reviews)
  • The hotel's location is close to a variety of excellent restaurants and dining options. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Off street parking. Classic old villa. Felt very homely and quiet for a business trip
Scott, 3-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was excellent and staff extremely courteous and helpful
John, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Looking for a unique stay with friendly staff? This stay was one of the best in New Zealand and Ponsonby is a great area.
Candace, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Beautiful landscaping, excellent chefs & food, helpful, friendly staff.
Jill, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, welcoming staff, comfortable rooms, delicious breakfasts. We will stay here again should we return to Auckland.
Barbara, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Apart from an easy and excellent stay the host allowed a late checkout due to an illness which was very welcomed.
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel right in the heart of Ponsonby

Lovely hotel in a quiet street just off the main road of Ponsonby. Terrific location, right near one of Auckland’s best eating districts. Service was very friendly and the hotel was quiet. Would definitely stay again.
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is in a beautiful large older house in the Ponsonby neighborhood. Our room was large and comfortable. It was a short walk from the hotel to a street lined with restaurants, cafes, shops and bars. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again.
herbert, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hosts; very clean comfortable rooms; great breakfast. A little oasis in the city. Highly recommended.
Bryan, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The Great Ponsonby is a place full of character and quirky… we loved it! All the staff are so kind, friendly and helpful. They even did our laundry! Breakfast was great. Lots of places to dine within very easy walking distance. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Anne, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

A great, quiet location to explore Ponsonby and surroundings. The street was very quiet however the buildings are pretty dated and it was loud whenever the next room used the shower/bathroom. The rooms could do with a refurbishment but the staff were so lovely and accommodating.
Christina, 1-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

Handy for the restaurants and shops in Ponsonby and close to the city. But the room was cramped and in need of a makeover.
George, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely place in a quiet neighbourhood, just a couple of minutes walk from some of the best eating & drinking in Auckland - you could spend weeks here and never eat at the same place twice. The ArtHotel itself is lovely - we stayed in a small apartment which had everything we needed. The staff were lovely and gave us all the space & privacy we needed, while the ArtHotel had plenty of social options for those who like that sort of thing. We'll definitely stay there again when we return to Auckland.
Darren, 3-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was short but amazing. Our host made us feel at home. The house and rooms are charming and had everything we needed. The grounds are great and inviting. We had a little rain but still enjoyed the birds and the quiet atmosphere. The views on to the city and sky tower are perfect. Walking to dinner was not a problem and we had awesome Cambodian food at Tinfenys in the ponsonby central food court.
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

We loved the neighborhood that this property is in, particularly that it was walkable to good food, quiet at night, and had a nice small park nearby. The staff were great and very accommodating and helpful. What the property lacks is privacy -- other visitors hanging out outside of their rooms talking sounded like they were in our room, and if our blinds were open, anyone could see in. Overall, though, I would stay here again.
Chela, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful two nights stay here - especially since we walked to dinner both nights and there are so many restaurants just a few blocks away. Out also quite close to downtown Auckland, the harbor and Sky Tower. The room itself was fine - had everything that was advertised. There was even a cute little courtyard right outside our unit of we had wanted to linger (we didn’t as we were only there two days and had so much we wanted to see and do).
Karen, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Everything was great, staff was so friendly and helpful. Only downside (but a large one), the bed was uncomfortable. Super soft and difficult to sleep. Plus not many king size options so we opted for Queen but I’m a toss/turner at night, so next to husband didn’t sleep great. But everything was clean, great space for the room, and a great location next to restaurants and had free parking.
Samantha, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was bit like stepping back in time, back to honesty and trust. They offer a free drink, if you want more you write down what you had, for eg. No full length mirror. Also no shower cap! Otherwise everything you could want. Very quiet. Nice rooms.
Peri, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the stay, the place is lovely and staff are awesome
Jo, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay.
dan, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place and very close great restaurants and shopping
John, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Trip was fantastic and this place is a gem
John, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed our stay would stay again
Paddy, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place close to everything. Loved it
John, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Great location and spacious room
Jarrad, 1-night trip