there's also a trendy restaurant with a terrace. the 10 warmly decorated rooms offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minifridges, plus tea and coffeemakers. amenities include a brewery, and a rustic, english-style pub that has a billiards table and regular live music sessions. room service is available. kids age 12 and under stay at no charge with a parent. dating from 1898, this lively boutique hotel in a pastel-coloured victorian building is a 4-minute walk from the 60-storey sky tower, 3 km from auckland war memorial museum and 4 km from auckland harbour bridge. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am Auckland Airport 35 min
Museum of Transport and Technology (8 min) Interactive zones & exhibits on a 40-acre site including original 1877 pump house & Kiwi cars. Downtown Ferry Terminal (9 min) Landmark 1912 terminal featuring Edwardian Baroque architecture & a contemporary pier area. New Zealand Maritime Museum (11 min) Museum exploring the country's seafaring history through exhibits & sailing trips on replica ships. Aotea Square (8 min) Sculptures and statues line this open public space, sometimes used for rallies and outdoor concerts. Auckland Domain (9 min) Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano. Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki (6 min) Vast array of national & international art, plus Maori works, in a château-style 1800s building. SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium (17 min) Aquatic life habitats are explored via glass viewing tunnels, displays & shows at this site. AJ Hackett Auckland SkyJump & SkyWalk (4 min) Visitors walk around an open ledge on Auckland Sky Tower at this unique adventure destination. Albert Park (7 min) Historically significant, tree-filled park with flowerbeds, a Victorian fountain & statues. Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill (15 min) This 182m-tall volcanic peak with a road to its summit features an obelisk & an observation area. Sky Tower (4 min) Landmark 60-story tower featuring panoramic views, bungee jumping & a high-end revolving restaurant. Auckland Zoo (11 min) New Zealand's largest zoo, with 130+ species & nearly 900 animals in a range of exhibits. Auckland War Memorial Museum (12 min) A fine neoclassical building & memorial containing a permanent collection & temporary exhibits. Takarunga / Mount Victoria (26 min) Grassy volcanic hill featuring walking trails, a live music venue & panoramic harbor views. SkyCity Auckland (5 min) Popular destination featuring a casino with over 100 table games, plus upscale restaurants & hotels. |