Auckland Central Auckland, New Zealand
Renovated
2019
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
HiltonNautical harbour berth
Built 300 metres into Waitematā Harbour, the building extends like an ocean liner with water on three sides.
What it’s good at
Listed
A cruise liner silhouette over Princes Wharf, lined with illuminated suspended model boats.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
Standards are consistently high here, especially at the wood-paneled front desk, designed to resemble the hull of a ship.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The downtown ferry terminal and Viaduct Harbour's restaurants are a short walk along the wharf.
The rooms
Bow Suites sit at the tip of the wharf with curved glass walls and wraparound balconies over the water.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The gym
Treadmills and free weights look out over the harbour through sliding glass doors onto an outdoor terrace.
At the table
At Bellini Bar, a suspended indoor fire pit and waterside terrace host afternoon tea and evening cocktails.
How it began
Built in 2001, the hotel transformed the tip of Princes Wharf from a neglected commercial dock into a waterfront hub.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.