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The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified bed & breakfast in Auckland with free parking

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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30 Ponsonby Terrace, Ponsonby, Auckland, 1011
  • Place, Sky Tower
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, SkyCity Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Auckland Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Villa Room Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Villa Room King/Twin | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Villa Room King/Twin

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, Courtyard Area | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio, Courtyard Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Penthouse | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Villa, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Auckland

Located in Ponsonby, The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of popular attractions such as Sky Tower and Auckland Ferry Terminal. This 11-room, 4-star bed & breakfast has a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Sky Tower - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • SkyCity Casino - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Eden Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Princes Wharf - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Daldy Street Tram Stop - 3 min drive
  • Auckland Remuera Station - 7 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salta Espresso - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pergo - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Ponsonby - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bambina - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Allpress Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel

Eco-certified bed & breakfast in Auckland with free parking
At The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are also available.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 25 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 25 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel?

The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Ponsonby, just steps from Ponsonby Road. You'll also find SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like bathrobes as well as a bar and a terrace.

Does The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel?

The closest major airport to The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel is Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL), which is 16.8 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel offer a balcony.

Reviews

The Great Ponsonby ArtHotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 281 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 281 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 281 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 281 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 281 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot in a cool area of Auckland
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful landscaping, excellent chefs & food, helpful, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

herbert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

George

Traveled with partner
Handy for the restaurants and shops in Ponsonby and close to the city. But the room was cramped and in need of a makeover.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, welcoming staff, comfortable rooms, delicious breakfasts. We will stay here again should we return to Auckland.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Chela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paddy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peri

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts; very clean comfortable rooms; great breakfast. A little oasis in the city. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhyll

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
unique
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susannah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023