The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel  

In Ponsonby, minutes from Ponsonby Road and a short ride to Auckland’s waterfront and Sky Tower. This eco-certified bed & breakfast sits in cosmopolitan central Auckland within easy walk of Victoria Park, Western Park and the Auckland Fish Market — perfect for a family-friendly city stay.

Housed in a quiet 1890s heritage villa with an arty vibe, the Great Ponsonby ArtHotel pairs vintage charm with modern tech. Eleven guestrooms feature LCD/flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and DVD players, private bathrooms with showers and bathrobes, plus coffee/tea makers and ironing facilities. Rooms feel relaxed and stylish — simple, curated and local.

Relax on the terrace or in the garden, unwind at the bar/lounge or mingle in the library and BBQ area. Free self-parking and a playroom keep family travel easy. The hotel is Enviro Gold certified and eco-minded — enjoy Ponsonby’s cafe hum just a two-minute stroll away.

Free, unlimited Wi‑Fi throughout the property (high-speed), plus luggage storage, laundry and private check-in/out for smooth arrivals.

Breakfasts are cooked to order and legendary with guests — complimentary and made to start your day right. There’s an on-site restaurant and a bar/lounge, plus room service when you want to take it slow. Ponsonby’s vibrant dining scene is right outside the door for local flavors and late-night bites.