in a tudor-style building on a main road running through a leafy suburb, this unfussy hotel is 2 km from auckland zoo and 3 km from sky tower, in auckland's central business district. there's a warm restaurant/pub with a covered patio. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. parking and breakfast are offered. streamlined rooms offer minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities, as well as flat-screens and wi-fi. room service is available. upgraded rooms feature sitting areas, while studios add kitchenettes. other perks include a gym, a hot tub and a heated indoor pool, plus an antique-furnished lounge. the 1-bedroom apartments have balconies or courtyards, and living rooms Auckland Airport 33 min
Auckland Zoo (8 min) New Zealand's largest zoo, with 130+ species & nearly 900 animals in a range of exhibits. Museum of Transport and Technology (11 min) Interactive zones & exhibits on a 40-acre site including original 1877 pump house & Kiwi cars. 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 (11 min) Visitors walk around an open ledge on Auckland Sky Tower at this unique adventure destination. Sky Tower (10 min) Landmark 60-story tower featuring panoramic views, bungee jumping & a high-end revolving restaurant. SkyCity Auckland (11 min) Popular destination featuring a casino with over 100 table games, plus upscale restaurants & hotels. Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki (9 min) Vast array of national & international art, plus Maori works, in a château-style 1800s building. Downtown Ferry Terminal (14 min) Landmark 1912 terminal featuring Edwardian Baroque architecture & a contemporary pier area. Albert Park (8 min) Historically significant, tree-filled park with flowerbeds, a Victorian fountain & statues. Auckland War Memorial Museum (13 min) A fine neoclassical building & memorial containing a permanent collection & temporary exhibits. Cornwall Park (12 min) This tranquil, grassy park with a cafe & creamery is popular with runners, bikers & picnickers. New Zealand Maritime Museum (13 min) Museum exploring the country's seafaring history through exhibits & sailing trips on replica ships. Auckland Domain (9 min) Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano. Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill (16 min) This 182m-tall volcanic peak with a road to its summit features an obelisk & an observation area. Takarunga / Mount Victoria (27 min) Grassy volcanic hill featuring walking trails, a live music venue & panoramic harbor views. |