For Aucklanders looking for a grand getaway without the layover, these delightful spots will have you gazing at your region through a whole new lens.
The Hotel Britomart
Offering six guest room styles, The Hotel Britomart’s curation of spaces have been architecturally designed to frame Auckland city’s distinguishing angles – the neighbourhood’s historic industrial rooflines, bustling Takutai Square, Waitemata Harbour, and beyond.
Furnished sublimely with timber-lined walls and a tasteful edit of handmade ceramics and greenery, each room offers something unique depending on the escape you’re after. You can choose to envelope yourself with cocoon-like comfort in The Hotel Britomart’s Laneway Room or douse yourself in natural light thanks to the corner windows available in the Takutai View Room.
No longer reserved for the elite, The Hotel Britomart’s considered attention to detail combines luxury treatment with local appreciation. The beds are clad in organic cotton and linen, the tiled-lined bathrooms are stocked with Sans[ceuticals], and the minibars appointed with treats produced by Aotearoa’s finest artisans.
On the outside, The Hotel Britomart’s exterior is crafted from hand-made bricks connecting you to Auckland’s downtown and waterfront which, as you may well know, places you in the heart of a dynamic precinct lined with trees, iconic buildings, and the city’s most sought-after restaurants and shopping destinations. And if your doorstep is too far to venture for superlative dining, The Hotel Britomart’s restaurant kingi will impress with an evolving menu celebrating sustainably caught seafood and apt wine pairings.
It’s no wonder FQ chose this central hotspot for our summer sleepover!
The Landing
If the ideal getaway drums up visions of our nation’s sumptuous residences dwarfed by rural landscapes, few destinations encapsulate the intersection of the land and sea quite like the Bay of Islands. So, if you’re prepared to take a scenic drive to your staycation location, begin your search with The Landing – a series of luxury residences owned by Copper and Company (the team behind Hotel Britomart).
“The Purerua Peninsula, home to The Landing, is one of the most exquisite places in the world – a coastal paradise of turquoise water and white sands lining a verdant patchwork of rolling farmland and native forests.”
With breath-taking views, The Landing’s Residences nestled in the Bay of Islands’ welcoming community provide superior respite from your daily routine with attentive staff on standby to assist with a personal array of activities. Whether you’re seeking a restorative retreat or a plethora of activities, your desire is their command.
The Best of Both Worlds
The undisputed hero combining the shiny idiosyncrasies of the city with the lavishly laid-back appeal of a northern escape goes to The Hotel Britomart’s exclusive suites inspired by – you guessed it – The Landing and aplty named The Landing Suites
Lifting cues from these luxury residences, The Hotel Britomart’s five Landing suites offer space and incredible vistas of the harbour and city skyline. There’s a generously sized bedroom, ensuite, separate powder room for guests, a spacious lounge and outdoor terrace, and a mini library of New Zealand books.
By booking a Landing Suite, you unlock guided Britomart experiences, complimentary breakfast for two at kingi, and access to The Libraries. The Rangihoua Suite adds an outdoor fireplace to warm up beside on cooler evenings, while the Hohi Suite faces east with dramatic, loft-like ceilings and lavish linen drapes for a serene backdrop for your stay.
There are three Landing suites on the top floor of The Hotel Britomart, while two more are located in a glassy pavilion constructed on the roof of the adjacent century-old Buckland Building, accessed through The Hotel Britomart’s fifth floor.
Ready to book your staycation? Visit The Hotel Britomart and The Landing for more information or drop the links as a not-so-subtle hint to your significant other…
