Built amidst the sub-tropical gardens of this historic neighbourhood, Ascot Parnell offers 3 tranquil and generous suites, light and airy, with large windows, all with garden or harbour views. The rooms and balconies have been designed to capture all day sun, with every window framing another spectacular view of Auckland’s beautiful harbour, and city skyline. Guest-rooms are beautifully appointed each with Queen or Super-King beds, a luxury European bathroom, television, climate control, wireless internet and telephone.

The spacious contemporary interior offers well designed and comfortable living spaces, such as the guest-lounge which opens up to a large sunny balcony with spectacular harbour- and city skyline views; thé perfect spot to soak the afternoon sun with a glass of wine after a long journey or a day sight-seeing. There is a library with travel books, a paperback exchange, New Zealand & international magazines and newspaper. A desk with Apple Mac-PC offers free Wireless Internet. On cool nights cuddle up around the open fire-place with a hot drink or a glass of New Zealand wine. Complimentary fresh coffee, teas and cookies are available throughout the day.

Breakfast is a sumptuous affair with such choices as fresh organic fruit, organic yoghurt, home-made muesli, Belgian pancakes and crépes, French toast, or gourmet omelettes made from free-range eggs. We cater for special diets i.e. vegetarian, wheat/gluten free, sugar free, dairy free.

With some notice (preferably when you book) we can stock such items as goats milk, goats cheese and goats yoghurt, rye-linseed bread, pumpernickel, spelt bread, rice bread or rice wafers. Please advise your specific dietary needs when you book.

Public Transport: The railway station and inter-city coaches are nearby and the Link-bus to downtown leaves every 10 minutes on the corner of the street.

The owners (Bart and Therese) live in the adjacent apartment with Khalifa, their aristocratic and well-mannered Saluki, who will make absolutely certain you are well looked after. Bart can Meet & Greet you at the airport by arrangement. When making your reservation let us know your planned time of arrival, especially if you are arriving from an early or late international flight, so that we can make the appropriate arrangements to welcome you to our home.

All major credit cards are accepted. (Master-card and Visa Card preferred).

Because Ascot Parnell is so popular, it is recommended to book well in advance. Ascot Parnell is thé place to stay in Auckland !