2 Tennyson Street, 4140 Napier, New Zealand
#12 of 31 hotels in Napier
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1172 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 20, 2024
Catherine
AustraliaIrish Cafe below my room could be noisy at times. TV offerings were very very limited.
The ambiance & old fashioned feeling of the place. Pleasant internal courtyards to relax in. Very well located overall.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 17, 2024
Ann
AustraliaDecor, location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 16, 2024
Marilou
AustraliaThe style and art deco features of the hotel are beautiful. There are many lovely areas, both inside and outside, to relax and enjoy the atmosphere.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Rosemary
United States of America• Parking is a challenge. • The street lights on Emerson Street are very bright. Blackout curtains would be a good idea.
• Unique property in the heart of Napier, within easy walking distance of the Art Deco centre and coastal promenade. • Beautifully furnished rooms, everyone is different. • Guest laundry - yay! • Lots of dining options close by, including some on site.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Henry
AustraliaEven with grab rails the step up into the shower-over-bath is a challenge and possible safety risk for older people or those with challenges (eg., large or frail people).
Very comfortable bed. I liked that the room opened onto a terrace looking towards the bay.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Joy
AustraliaInternal stairs to reach our apartment which we were not aware of. Important for older visitors to know this before booking. No Hotel staff to help with luggage to apartment, 3 ladies in their seventies left to do this themselves. Couches need restoring, springs sagging. Microwave was dirty when we moved in.
Central location, art deco style. Beds comfy. Nice little outdoor area for sitting. Food at the downstairs restaurant really good. This is not operated by the hotel but it is certainly an asset having it in the building. Staff here were amazing, friendly and helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Andrew
AustraliaNoise from Irish pub directly underneath room, can hear loud music till late at night
Bed, pillows, shower excellent
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Peter
United KingdomBathroom was a little on the small side.
The location was lovely, just off the sea front. The room was spacious with the usual amenities. The overall Art Deco theme was great.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 9, 2024
Jeanine
New ZealandDoesn’t have a pool
Location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 9, 2024
Eleri
New ZealandNothing!
Cool history, comfy beds and great location.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Rachael
New ZealandFirst night room was very small and far away from stair access
Second night room was much more did to what we needed
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Graeme
AustraliaParking is the biggest problem, as the hotel does not have local parking. There is an area provided for hotel guests about a block away. As we were staying there over the weekend, we were advised to park on the street as there was no time limit. We were lucky as we found a spot right out the front. In the booking information provided by Booking.com, it stated that the Deluxe Studio room had a patio. The staff acknowledged that this was incorrect and would update the Bookings.com page. Our room was at the rear of the property.
The Art Deco Masonic Hotel was exactly what we wanted. It had so much character and we loved every minute there. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The room was quite spacious and had been quite tastefully upgraded recently. The hotel is perfectly located, and within walking distance of the central Napier sites. We opted to enjoy the walking tour provided by the Art Deco Trust, which is located just across the road next to the museum.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Vicki
AustraliaAs we checked out the man at reception was very abrupt , seemed annoyed to be there.
Great location and decor.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 3, 2024
Jo
United KingdomWould have benefited from hair towels rather than just bath towels. No one spoke to us or greeted us from the moment we arrived to when we left after breakfast. I don't expect attention but a simple welcome or good morning would have been kind and appropriate. It would have been good to know where to put the keys when we left.
The room was well equipped and comfortable. Breakfast was lovely.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 2, 2024
Karina
New ZealandBreakfast...all
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Perry
CanadaThere is no parking included on site, so you need to offload luggage and then park/pay nearby in designated location.
This hotel highlights the Art Deco style with decor and antique pieces throughout. A beautiful 2nd floor balcony, with access from several of the rooms, overlooks the promenade and the bay.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Janet
AustraliaThe facilities, especially the showers could do with a makeover
It was in a great location and had an authentic atmosphere
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 26, 2024
Brian
AustraliaNil
It’s in the central of all things to see in Napier. The deco is funky and staff were friendly.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 26, 2024
Maryann
AustraliaThis is our second stay and we wouldn't stay anywhere else. The hotel is unique and full of character. The location is perfect and everything is in walking distance. We had a lovely view and discovered some great little quirky eating spots. Hope to be back again in the future.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Anna
New ZealandThe room ought to have a window to open for fresh air overnight.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 23, 2024
John
United KingdomI slipped in shower
Art Deco jewel in Art Deco town. Historic design of hotel fully preserved in doors, staircase, bars and largely preserved in rooms. Great location in centre of town directly facing seafront
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 20, 2024
Christopher
United KingdomNothing.
Lovely building in an excellent location.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 20, 2024
Carolyn
New ZealandGreat location in an Art Deco Hotel
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 16, 2024
Sandra
New ZealandGreat location.
Stayed in March 2024
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