Great Ponsonby ArthotelvsStamford Plaza Auckland
Both properties are praised by expert writers. On balance, Great Ponsonby Arthotel scores significantly higher than Stamford Plaza Auckland. Great Ponsonby Arthotel is ranked #8 in Auckland with accolades from 6 reviews including Rough Guide, Fodor's and DK Eyewitness.
Great Ponsonby Arthotel
30 Ponsonby Terrace, Ponsonby, Auckland Central 1011, New Zealand
From $86/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Free Parking
- Breakfast included
DK Eyewitness
"Small hotel in a restored 1898 villa in the fashionable suburb of Ponsonby. Two minutes’ walk to cafés, restaurants and boutiques, five minutes’ taxi ride to downtown."
Rough Guide
"This welcoming boutique hotel, in a restored 1898 villa a 3min walk from Ponsonby Rd, is the pick of the crop."
Fodor's
"The cozy lounge is stocked with music, films, books, and magazines, and has an honor bar. Five of the rooms have kitchenettes and open off the courtyard." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This deceptively spacious Victorian villa has gregarious hosts, impressive sustainability practices, great breakfasts, and it’s located a stone’s throw from Ponsonby Rd in a quiet cul-de-sac." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This converted colonial villa is steeped in Pacific culture and history, down a quiet residential street, yet just two minutes’ walk from Auckland’s best restaurant district." Full review
Frommer's
"A converted Victorian-era beaut that's been filled with colorful Pacific art, this happy B&B has much to recommend it" Full review
Stamford Plaza Auckland
22 - 26 Albert Street, Auckland Central 1041, New Zealand
From $138/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Constant upgrades, noteworthy service, and attention to detail keep this mid-city hotel at the top of its game." Full review
Star Service
"It is a fine upper-midrange commercial hotel with a firm foothold in traditional hospitality and traditional design." Full review
Gayot
"This Central Business District hotel offers plenty of appeal for executive travelers and conference planners."