“An iconic Art Deco hotel in the 'Art Deco capital of the world'. Expect elegant period luxury and a town dripping with interesting history. Featuring a superb bar and restaurant; a great base during the annual Art Deco Festival or the numerous gastronomic and wine festivals in the region.”

Recommended for

  • Wine tasting

    • Hawke's Bay is renowned for producing the best of the country's red wines. Make time for tours and tastings!
  • Local exploring

    • Napier is known as the Art Deco Capital of the world and is famous for its jazz age architecture
  • Learning

    • Hawke's Bay's Food & Wine Classic is a one-stop culinary festival that brings together the best on offer from across the region
  • Museums

    • Delve into the stories and finest examples of Art Deco by visiting the Art Deco Centre directly opposite the hotel
  • Cycling

    • The latest major tourist attraction is the network of cycleways known as The Hawke’s Bay Trails
  • Restaurant

    • A popular restaurant serving International cuisine small plates style, and friendly Irish pub
  • Historic

    • Originally opened in 1861, the hotel was rebuilt in 1932 after the Napier earthquake
  • Boutique

    • Rooms and suites are individually designed with chic up-to-the-minute interiors
  • Family Suites

    • Book the two-bedroom apartment if travelling as a family
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Romantic

  • Downtown

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Sailing

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • Lively area

  • Hideaway

  • Riding

  • Self catering to rent

  • Great walks

  • City Style

  • Fishing

  • Sea Views

  • Landmark

  • Golf

  • Chic

  • Watersports

  • Active Holiday

  • Quirky

  • Beach nearby

  • Contemporary

  • Townhouse

  • Beach Life

  • Close to nightlife

Facilities

  • Rooms

    43 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    A popular restaurant serving International cuisine small plates style, and friendly Irish pub
  • Family Suites

    Book the two-bedroom apartment if travelling as a family
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Safe

  • Parking

  • Bar

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Meeting Room

  • No pets

  • Bicycle hire

  • Good wine list

  • Air conditioning

  • Self catering to rent

  • Room service

  • Suites

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

Activities

  • Wine tasting

    • Hawke's Bay is renowned for producing the best of the country's red wines. Make time for tours and tastings!
  • Learning

    • Hawke's Bay's Food & Wine Classic is a one-stop culinary festival that brings together the best on offer from across the region
  • Museums

    • Delve into the stories and finest examples of Art Deco by visiting the Art Deco Centre directly opposite the hotel
  • Cycling

    • The latest major tourist attraction is the network of cycleways known as The Hawke’s Bay Trails
  • Sailing

  • Close to nightlife

  • Great walks

  • Fishing

  • Golf

  • Watersports

  • Riding

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Art Deco Masonic Hotel

A charming and quirky boutique hotel in the heart of New Zealand's famous Art Deco city, Napier. The Masonic offers compact, stylish rooms, great service and several popular pubs and dining spots. Its rich history means you can stay in the same rooms as famous past guests including Mark Twain and Queen Elizabeth II.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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