Housed in a former nunnery, this Spanish Mission-style historic building now operates as a boutique hotel with 22 character-filled guest rooms. Original architectural features like ornate plaster ceilings, stucco arches, and expansive steel windows anchor the property, creating a stay grounded in local heritage rather than standard modern minimalism. The rooms come furnished with luxury linen, towels, toiletries, and a complimentary snack bar, alongside communal areas designed for reading or having an evening drink. Beneath a glass-vaulted ceiling on site, Ada Restaurant serves contemporary European cuisine focused on seasonal local produce and curated wines.
Set along Great North Road in Grey Lynn, it sits among neighbourhood eateries and cafes, a ten-minute walk from the busier dining strips of Ponsonby and Karangahape Road. The setting suits travellers and staycationers after historic architectural character paired with destination dining just outside the city centre. Our pick in Grey Lynn for heritage charm with an exceptional restaurant right downstairs.