Gay Auckland • Hotels

All modern guest rooms have free WiFi, and the facilities include an indoor heated pool, a well-equipped gym, sauna and even a Japanese rooftop deck.

For dining, the hotel features The Straits Café and the Katsura Japanese restaurant, as well as an Atrium lounge and a full room service menu.

This 5-star hotel represents the classic style of European country homes, offering elegantly designed rooms that are amongst the finest in the country. There is a well-equipped gym, outdoor heated infinity pool and a luxurious spa.

A few restaurants are available onsite. The Winery serves afternoon tea, wine, cocktails, light meals and snacks in the lobby.

Each of 25 uniquely designed rooms has free WiFi, satellite TV, DVD player. Guests have free access to a modern gym. DeBrett’s Kitchen was one of Auckland’s Metro Top 50 Restaurants of the Year. The trendy Corner Bar serves delicious light morsels, local wines and beers.

Located in the hip art & design neighbourhood, a short walk from the Viaduct Harbour and the Sky Tower. The gay nightlife on Karangahape Road can be reached in 15 minutes.

Guest rooms are modern and very comfortable. The harbour views from the upper floors are to die for. The hotel features an indoor heated lap pool, 24-hour gym, jacuzzi and sauna. The EastDaySpa is fully accessible to guests.

Dining options including The Grill by Sean Connolly, The Terrace for breakfast buffet and the award-winning Depot on Federal Street.

The hotel is split into two areas: the traditional design in ‘The Hotel’ evoking the building’s classic origins, and the more modern ‘The Tower’. All rooms are spacious, with very comfy beds, free WiFi.

Centrally located, the Heritage is a short walk from Viaduct Harbour, Skytower and Queen Street. The gay nightlife around K Road can be reached in 10 minutes.

These apartments have a private balcony, fully equipped kitchen with washer & dryer, free WiFi, plus other useful things like ironing board, DVD/MP3 player and blackout curtains.

Facilities including a bar, gym, spa & sauna, foreign exchange, concierge service, dry cleaning and even a DVD/CD library. If the idea of using your own kitchen doesn’t appeal, then the in-house Quad Kitchen serves great meals all day.

Conveniently located within a short walk from shops, restaurants and cafés on Queen Street. The gay nightlife on K Road can be reached in 15 minutes.

There are 177 apartments (with 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms) to choose from. Each features modern interiors, balcony and all the comforts of a home, including a well-equipped kitchen, free WiFi and laundry facilities.

Apart from the reception, there aren’t any facilities here, though a gym pass is offered to a local gym.

These spacious apartments come complete with a well-equipped kitchenette, dining area, free WiFi and room service options. The hotel’s breakfast is charged as extra. Laundry service available.

Guests have free access to a gym (a 5-minute walk away). There is no restaurant onsite, but many dining options as well as the main gay scene on Karangahape Road are just a short walk away.

The 1- and 2-bedroom apartments feature a balcony, kitchen, dining and laundry facilities. Satellite TV and iPod dock are included. Deluxe suites have a stunning harbour view. Guests have access to the nearby Just Workout gym and tennis court.

The hotel’s central location offers an ideal base to explore the city – just 5 minutes’ walk to the Skycity entertainment & casino, 10-minute walk to the Viaduct Harbour, within 20 minutes’ to the gay bars on K Road.

There is a good selection of rooms, from studios to 2-bedroom family units and apartments – each is well-furnished, functional and modern.

The onsite Watergate restaurant serves breakfast buffet and anà la carte menu. A gym, internet and laundry facilities are all on offer, though expect additional charges.