We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Auckland, New Zealand. We have also included accommodation in apartments, historic buildings, villas, boutique hotels, guest houses, lodges, holiday homes and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated March 2024.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Great value.Opened July 2020. Housed in a 2-storey villa, Hotel Fitzroy curated by Fable is a luxury boutique hotel offering a 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service and free WiFi. Each guest room at this 5-star hotel features a 48-inch flat-screen satellite TV and complimentary minibar with drinks, snacks, Nespresso Coffee machine and T2 teas. The private bathroom includes local and luxurious bathroom amenities, bathrobe, slippers, and Dyson hairdryer. A continental breakfast is served every morning, and complimentary hors d'oeuvres and drinks are offered daily in the library. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Aotea Square, Aotea Centre and Ponsonby Street. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 17 km from Hotel Fitzroy curated by Fable.Show full description
This is likely the most GORGEOUS boutique hotel in Auckland, with great affordability and a fantastic hotel bar! The rooms are absolutely luxurious, with great attention to detail, comfy high-quality furnishings, and excellent coffee-making facilities.
Bed and Breakfast.Very cosy. Lovely interior design. Franklin38 in Auckland provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. This bed and breakfast provides free private parking and a lift. The bed and breakfast serves an à la carte and continental breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. The property offers allergy-free units and is located 2 km from Masefield Beach. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a kettle, a shower, bathrobes and a wardrobe. All units come with a coffee machine, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms are fitted with a terrace and some have sea views. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar on-site. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Popular points of interest near Franklin38 include SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre, Aotea Centre and Sky Tower. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 20 km from the accommodation.Show full description
A beautiful high-end boutique hotel in a great location with excellent breakfast options and top-notch facilities. The rooms are truly AMAZING, with spotless bathrooms and gorgeous interior design, and the private terrace is a great addition.
Bed and Breakfast.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice interior design. The Quiet Quarter offers stylish, self-contained accommodation, 12-minutes’ drive from Auckland City Centre. Relax on your private patio, surrounded by picturesque gardens. The Quiet Quarter Apartment is an 8-minute drive from Eden Park Stadium and a 15-minute drive from Auckland Airport. This renovated apartment offers contemporary decor and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free parking. There is a private bathroom and laundry facilities. The lounge area has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.Show full description
Apartment.Charming. Great value. Popular among couples. Featuring a patio with garden views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Palm Garden Apartment can be found in Auckland, close to St Heliers Bay Beach and 700 metres from Kohimarama Beach. This apartment provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The spacious apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. The property is soundproof and is located 1.6 km from Ladies Bay Beach. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Auckland, like hiking. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World is 4.2 km from Palm Garden Apartment, while Auckland War Memorial Museum is 8.3 km away. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 23 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Elegant. Popular among women. Enjoy a stay in the charming, turn-of-the-century style of this attractive little bed and breakfast, located in the smart Auckland district of Mount Eden. Each of the 4 rooms of the Eden Park Bed and Breakfast Inn comes with warm, individual decor and a luxury, en suite bathroom. Start each morning with the gourmet, home-made breakfast, served to all guests between 07:30 and 08:30. This bathroom offers heated tile floors, New Zealand toiletries and plenty of fluffy towels and bathrobes. Then relax in the lounge, with its welcoming atmosphere and free Wi-Fi service. The Eden Park is the ideal setting for those looking to explore the elegant surroundings of Mount Eden, including the world-famous cricket and rugby ground.Show full description
Guest House.Historic property. Great location. Popular among couples. Guests must be fully vaccinated and with proof to stay at the property Built in the late 1800s, the beautifully restored Andelin Guest House is just 700 metres from the Auckland Ferry Terminal. It offers free WiFi. Each room has a flat-screen Smart TV with Netflix and YouTube capability. All rooms have either a harbour, city or garden view. Andelin Guest House is a 10-minute ferry ride from central Auckland, and 10 minutes' drive from Takapuna Beach. Viaduct Harbour is a 20-minute drive, and Auckland International Airport is a 40-minute drive away. Guests can relax on the sunny terrace. The property also offers a guest lounge with free tea and coffee.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most HISTORIC guest house in Auckland. It also has a great location!
Guest House.Elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Boasting garden views, Devonport Harbour View features accommodation with a terrace, around 1.2 km from Torpedo Bay Beach. With city views, this accommodation offers a balcony. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Devonport Beach is less than 1 km away. This guest house with sea views has parquet floors, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath, shower and a hair dryer. A flat-screen TV with streaming services, Blu-ray player and DVD player, as well as a CD player are available. The accommodation is non-smoking. Cheltenham Beach is 2.2 km from the guest house, while North Head Historic Reserve is 1.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 34 km from Devonport Harbour View.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Located in Mt Eden, The Grange is a unique 1880's villa featuring free WiFi and secure parking. Mt Eden Village is a 10 minute walk away and features trendy restaurants, cafes and bars. The second smaller bedroom also has its own toilet. The villa has a spacious guest room with an en suite bathroom with shower and bath. Guests have access to a kitchen and full laundry facilities. There are also books, DVDs and a variety of music which you can listen to. A continental breakfast is available every morning at The Grange. Tea, coffee and snacks are available all day. A number of restaurants, cafes and bars are less than a 5 minute walk away. Eden Park is a 15-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 20 minutes drive from the property. A shuttle bus service from the airport to the property is available.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Offering free WiFi, The Convent Hotel offers rooms in Auckland, less than 1 km from Eden Park Stadium and 2.5 km from Auckland Town Hall. The property is set 2.5 km from The Civic. The hotel features family rooms. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle, and certain rooms at The Convent Hotel have a balcony. Aotea Square is 2.6 km from the accommodation, while Aotea Centre is 2.7 km away. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 16 km from the property.Show full description
This is likely the coolest and most creative boutique hotel in Auckland, with excellent Italian restaurants and a great on-site bar. I really like rooms with a mix of modern and old-school charm and well-designed spacious bathrooms. SO NICE!
Boutique hotel.Trendy. Great bar. This stylish boutique hotel in the heart of Auckland CBD (Central Business District) is a short walk from the Viaduct Harbour and the Sky Tower. It offers free Wi-Fi and an off-site modern fitness centre. Each room is individually designed, and features New Zealand art and photography. Hotel Debrett Auckland is a 5-minute walk from Britomart, and a 15-minute walk from Vector Arena. All rooms at the Hotel DeBrett have air conditioning, satellite TV. The bathroom includes free EcoStore toiletries. Guests can enjoy cocktails and local beers and wines at the Housebar.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Creative. Offering quiet street views, Villa Te Soro Bed and breakfast is set in Auckland and offers a wellness area with wellness packages and beauty services. This property offers access to a terrace, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The units come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, fridge, a kettle, a shower, bathrobes and a desk. Each unit comes with a private bathroom with slippers, while some rooms come with a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. For guests with children, Villa Te Soro Bed and breakfast provides outdoor play equipment. After a day of cycling, fishing or hiking, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Auckland Botanic Gardens is 38 km from the accommodation, while Howick Historical Village is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Ardmore Airport, 32 km from Villa Te Soro Bed and breakfast.Show full description
Holiday Home.Delightful property. Great views. Nestled amongst trees between French Bay and Paturoa Bay, Auckland Clifftop boasts stunning water views. This 2-bedroom house features a terrace and an outdoor dining area, where you take in the scenic surroundings. Auckland Clifftop House is a 10-minute drive from Titirangi Golf Club. It is a 25-minute drive from Auckland city centre and Auckland Airport. This holiday home features a fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Entertainment options include 2 flat-screen TVs, Netflix and an iPod docking station. There are also BBQ facilities. Car hire and babysitting services are available. Nearby activities include fishing, hiking, swimming and kayaking.Show full description
One of the most BEAUTIFUL holiday homes in Auckland.
Lodge.Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Set 42 km from Auckland Harbour Bridge, Dangela Boutique Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. There is a private bathroom with shower and bathrobes in each room, along with a hairdryer. The lodge offers a continental or à la carte breakfast as well as drinks and snacks. Dangela Boutique Lodge does not offer self-catering accommodation and the kitchen on the premises is not for the use of guests. Dangela Boutique Lodge features a barbecue, garden and sun terrace, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits. North Head Historic Reserve is 43 km from the accommodation, while Viaduct Harbour is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Auckland, 62 km from Dangela Boutique Lodge, and the property offers airport shuttle service. Soon after turning into Cowan Bay Road from State Highway 1 there is a short section, couple of hundred metres, of unsealed (gravel) road - it is not dangerous and it doesn't last for long. Also, when turning into no. 60 take the lefthand driveway to Dangela Boutique Lodge.Show full description
I would describe this as the most ROMANTIC lodge in Auckland. It also has beautiful surroundings!
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Well set in the centre of Auckland, Braemar On Parliament St provides free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. This 4-star bed and breakfast offers luggage storage space and a concierge service. Popular points of interest near Braemar On Parliament St include Auckland Art Gallery, The Civic and SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre. Extra facilities include full-day security, meeting rooms, a tour desk and ironing service. The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area. There is a private bathroom with bath in some units, along with bathrobes, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, all units have bed linen and towels. For guests with children, the bed and breakfast features an indoor play area. There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go pub crawls nearby. The nearest airport is Auckland, 20 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most CHARMING bed and breakfast in Auckland.
Bed and Breakfast.Great location. Popular among couples. Offering a garden and sea view, Beach Side B & B is set in Auckland, 1.1 km from Browns Bay Beach and 2 km from Long Bay Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 18 km from Auckland Harbour Bridge. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. North Head Historic Reserve is 22 km from the bed and breakfast, while Viaduct Harbour is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 41 km from Beach Side B & B.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Popular among women. Offering a garden and garden view, Terry and Cindy's Bed and Breakfast is set in Auckland, 1.8 km from Okahu Bay Beach and 2.4 km from Mission Bay Beach. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. This 4-star bed and breakfast offers private entrance. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units have a kettle, while certain rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a stovetop and kitchenware. All units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a hair dryer and a CD player. Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World is 3.7 km from the bed and breakfast, while Auckland War Memorial Museum is 4.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 20 km from Terry and Cindy's Bed and Breakfast.Show full description
Apartment.Lovely property. Great location. Boasting a patio with inner courtyard views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Whitby Studio - Mairangi Bay Beach can be found in Auckland, close to Browns Bay Beach and 13 km from Auckland Harbour Bridge. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the apartment. The apartment features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. This apartment is non-smoking and soundproof. Guests at Whitby Studio - Mairangi Bay Beach will be able to enjoy activities in and around Auckland, like snorkelling, windsurfing and cycling. If you would like to discover the area, fishing, canoeing and hiking are possible in the surroundings. North Head Historic Reserve is 16 km from the accommodation, while Viaduct Harbour is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 36 km from Whitby Studio - Mairangi Bay Beach.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, November 2023. In the centre of Auckland, located within a short distance of SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre and Sky Tower, Luxury Heritage with FREE parking, pools and gyms offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a toaster and kettle. This apartment provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The apartment features 1 bedroom, a TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. Guests also enjoy access to the sauna and hot tub, as well as the fitness centre and indoor pool. The accommodation is non-smoking. At the apartment, the romantic restaurant is open for dinner and lunch and serves Belgian cuisine. Popular points of interest near Luxury Heritage with FREE parking, pools and gyms include The Civic, Aotea Centre and Auckland Art Gallery. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 20 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Elegant. In the centre of Auckland, located within a short distance of Viaduct Harbour and SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre, Life on Water- Princes Wharf apartment with fabulous views offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a dishwasher and coffee machine. This apartment provides accommodation with a patio. The spacious apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. This apartment also offers a balcony that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.1 km from Sky Tower. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. Popular points of interest near the apartment include The Civic, Aotea Centre and Auckland Art Gallery. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 21 km from Life on Water- Princes Wharf apartment with fabulous views.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, February 2024. Located 500 metres from Aotea Centre and 600 metres from Aotea Square in the centre of Auckland, Dynasty Gardens with pool and secure carpark provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 600 metres from Auckland Town Hall. The property has an outdoor dining area. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Auckland Art Gallery, SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre and Sky Tower. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 20 km from Dynasty Gardens with pool and secure carpark.Show full description
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