THE GREAT PONSONBY ARTHOTEL AUCKLAND | Auckland ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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30 Ponsonby Terrace, Auckland, New Zealand

The Great Ponsonby Arthotel - Heritage Villa B&B with Pacific Art Collection and Garden Views

Housed in an 1898 renovated villa, this boutique Auckland hotel features 11 individually decorated rooms across villa rooms, courtyard studios, and suites. Rooms include en-suite bathrooms, desks, iPod docking stations, and electric blankets. The Great Ponsonby Arthotel showcases original New Zealand and Pacific Island artworks, Persian rugs, and a library stocked with local films. A complimentary breakfast is served in the blue dining room or on the verandah, featuring home-made yogurt, banana bread, seasonal fruits, and hot options like Greek omelets with feta. Located in the heritage Ponsonby district, the property includes off-street parking and gardens with feijoa trees. The surrounding area offers over 50 restaurants and independent shops within a 5-minute walk, while the harbor and city center are accessible by a short taxi ride.

The Great Ponsonby Arthotel: Pros

- Operates on an honesty system for services including the bar - Gardens supply fruits and herbs for breakfast dishes - Features a collection of New Zealand and Pacific Island films - Environmentally conscious with wool insulation and worm farm fertilizer

The Great Ponsonby Arthotel: Cons

- 15.5 miles from Auckland Airport - No air conditioning (rooms equipped with fans)

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370 sq. feet

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Penthouse Suite

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3 persons

435 sq. feet

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Villa

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185 sq. feet

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Getting around

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City Center

Auckland 1.7 mi

Airports

Auckland (AKL) 14.1 mi

Train

Train Station - Kingsland 1.6 mi

Train Station - Britomart 1.6 mi

Bus

Bus stop1000 ft

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Delicious Breakfast Options

“I thoroughly enjoyed the made-to-order hot breakfasts, which offered several choices including a good full English breakfast. The variety and quality were great, making each morning a splendid start to my day.” view full review

Comfortable & Cozy Rooms

“I stayed in the Courtyard Queen Studio and loved how warm and quiet the space was. It featured a little kitchen, comfortable bed, and even a selection of books to enjoy. I felt completely at home during my stay.” view full review

Clean and Functional

“The bathroom in my room was clean and functional, although the shower had a curtain that could be a bit tricky. Despite that minor quirk, I appreciated the strong water pressure – it made for a refreshing experience.” view full review

Spacious and Comfortable

“The bedrooms were quite spacious with comfy beds that had plenty of pillows and quilts. It created a perfect atmosphere for a restful night's sleep, which I greatly valued during my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Baggage 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

Cribs
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

Location

30 Ponsonby Terrace, Auckland, New Zealand

Map view

30 Ponsonby Terrace, Auckland, New Zealand

City landmarks

Tower

SkyTower

1.2 mi

Zoo

Auckland Zoo

1.5 mi

Parks

Auckland War Memorial Museum

2.1 mi

Shopping Area

Victoria Park Market

3400 ft

Gallery

Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki

1.4 mi

Square

Aotea Square

1.2 mi

Viaduct Harbour Ave

Viaduct Harbor

1.5 mi

Museums

New Zealand Maritime Museum

1.4 mi

Broadway Theatre

Aotea Centre

1.2 mi

Bridges

Auckland Harbour Bridge

1.4 mi

Parks

Albert Park

1.5 mi

Public Building

Auckland Town Hall

1.2 mi

Events

SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre

1.2 mi

Museums

Museum of Transport and Technology

1.4 mi

Auckland CentralNew Zealand

Queen Street

1.6 mi

Parks

Western Park

5300 ft

Mall

Ponsonby Central

2700 ft

Stadiums

Western Springs Stadium and Park

1.3 mi

Square

Wynyard Quarter

1.0 mi

Square

Vulcan Lane

1.4 mi

Westhaven Drive Curran St intersection

Westhaven Promenade

4300 ft

Store

New World Victoria Park

3100 ft

Church

St Patrick's Cathedral

1.3 mi

Church

St Matthew-in-the-City Church

1.1 mi

Store

Countdown Grey Lynn

3200 ft

Market

Countdown Ponsonby

3900 ft

129 Ponsonby Road

Bhana Bros

2500 ft

Events

ANZ Viaduct Events Centre

1.2 mi

137 Westhaven Drive

Westhaven Marina

1.5 mi

Nearby

Auckland CentralNew Zealand

Ponsonby

1600 ft

Restaurants

Ma Cherie

900 ft

282 Ponsonby Road Shop 12

Thai Classic Restaurant

1100 ft

282 Ponsonby Road

Bona Cafe

1300 ft

286A Ponsonby Road Ponsonby

Cafe Cezanne

1300 ft

296 Ponsonby Road

Dizengoff

1400 ft

256 Ponsonby Rd

Little Bird Organics and The Unbakery

1800 ft

1A Summer Street

Turkish Cafe

1300 ft

294 Ponsonby Road

Casa Del Gelato Ponsonby

1300 ft

288 Ponsonby Road

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The Great Ponsonby Arthotel - Heritage Villa B&B with Pacific Art Collection and Garden Views

The Great Ponsonby Arthotel: Pros

The Great Ponsonby Arthotel: Cons

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Getting around

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General

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Bedroom

Media

Room decor

Location

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