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The Aspen Hotel Guide to Auckland

admin — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:29:25 +0000

A hotel that really does live up to its friendly name is Aspen House. On checking in guests are offered the Aspen Guide to Auckland that the locals in the hotel have put together! At Aspen House bed and breakfast this is exactly the friendly service you can expect from its team – along with advice on how to get around and where to go depending on your age, stamina and price!This bed and breakfast hotel is in the heart of Auckland City. Its staff are born and bred ‘kiwi’ so they know what sights are on the hotel’s doorstep. Aspen’s 1^st pick -Albert Park A five minute walk away from the hotel, past some historic buildings is Albert Park, the lungs of the CBD. The park stands on a ridge built up from ash from a volcano that was once below the park that erupted over 60,000 years ago.A maori village (papakainga) was on the site before European settlement. In 1945 Albert Barracks was built here. Today in one corner is the Auckland City Art Gallery (which will soon house some of Josie and Julian Robertson’s wonderful art collection). On the other is a park keepers cottage which is a museum of memorabilia. The park has a range of statutory. Memorials, formal flower beds, Victorian fountain and some beautiful mature trees. Opposite the park is the University with its impressive clock tower.No 2. the Auckland tourist bus It doesn’t matter what city in the world you are in, these touristy trips do give you a good quick insight into a city’s sights and sounds. Auckland’s tourist bus is no different with stops at the Ferry Building, along the waterfront to Kelly Tarltons. The bus also goes through Parnell Village a shopping district with lots of galleries, the Rose Gardens, Auckland War Memorial Museum (well worth a visit) before heading into the City to Queen Street, the Sky Tower and more.

No 3 The Waterfront You can visit the next destinations on the ‘expolorer tourist bus’, other public transport or a taxi. Auckland has a magnificent waterfront, your first stop should be Bastion Point Lookout – an iconic lookout point over the Waitemata Harbour with magnificent views. It is also a significant area for its Maori protests in the 1970’s against forced land alienation by non-Maori New Zealanders. Further along is Kelly Tarltons with its penguin Antarctic Adventure and Underwater World, a short walk to sandy beaches, coffee shops and lots of eating choices. No 4 – A ferry trip No one should leave Auckland without getting on a ferry and going to either Devonport (10 minutes) for lunch and shopping, Rangitoto (20 minutes) for an adventure walk up an extinct volcano or to Waiheke ( 40 minutes) to lunch at a vineyard and walk along a surf beach and admire the coastal views. No 5 – Adventure For those keen to take stories home try either the America’s Cup experience, Bridgeclimb (a walk over the Auckland Harbour Bridge), a bungee off the Sky Tower, a walk around the Sky Tower or for those not into adrenalin rushes just have lunch or dinner at the top of the Sky Tower and admire the 360 views of Auckland.

Cliff Richards in Auckland at Vector

admin — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 20:53:51 +0000

Cliff Richards & The Shadows, in their Final Reunion are performing, at the Vector arena, Thursday 25 February.

This is the first time they have all performed together since 1961! Sold out in Christchurch they have now put on a second show. Don’t miss out in Auckland. Ticket prices range from $110 to $139.Book to hear SIR Cliff today!

Need accommodation, want a bed and breakfast in Auckland City, look no further than the convenient, friendly and value for money, bed and breakfast Aspen House Hotel. At Aspen, the friendly reception staff will make you feel at home. Enjoy a spacious lounge where you can help yourself to coffee or tea and watch the big screen tv. Secure and safe on sight parking and only short walk to arena. Lonely Planet describes Aspen’s room as great value for money, smartly designed. Our guests rate the bathrooms and showers!

Get your ticket for Cliff today and don’t miss those popular tunes, 19 No 1 hits, Living Doll, It’s all in the Game, Travellin’ Light, Bachelor Boy, Wonderful Land and Apache.50 years on Cliff Richard, Hank, Marvin, Bruce Welch and Brian Bennett take to the Vector arena for the very last time on this tour. Don’t miss out. Book today.

Auckland’s good deal B & B

admin — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 21:37:13 +0000

In our blogs we have written a lot about what is on in Auckland and what you can do when you visit New Zealand. But what about us? Aspen House bed and breakfast offers first class service at budget prices. We are renowned for our friendly and helpful reservations people and they look forward to welcoming you and making your trip as enjoyable as possible. There is almost nothing our experienced reservations team can’t do for guests. Helping guests and making them feel welcome, the friendly team at Auckland’s best value bed and breakfast are always offering tips on things to do and see and how to get about the country easily.

Rated by Lonely Planet as one of the city’s best, Aspen House,is located beside a city park, handy to the Vector arena and all transport routes. Lonely Planet says:

“Despite its centrality and bargain prices, the place is relatively quiet. It’s far from a party place – more a wise choice for those with an eye for a good deal and equally good design.”

So why stay at Aspen House Bed and Breakfast?

Only bed and breakfast in the CBD
Best located bed and breakfast
Short walk to Queen St, Britomart transport centre,
Fresh continental breakfast every day in spacious lounge
5 star service for budget price
Close to University, transport hubs, Vector arena
Discounted rates for long stay guests
Smart, high ceiling and newly renovated
Secure on sight car parking. WIFI.

Aspen House has all the comforts of home with a large and welcoming lounge for guests to relax in and make a hot drink. There are two styles of rooms, ensuite rooms in bold Scandinavian colours and charming French country style rooms with shared bathrooms. There are large rooms suitable for families and rooms for disabled. With spacious and modern bathrooms with lots of hot water, the great shower is frequently mentioned in the visitor’s book! Spacious communal areas, secure on sight parking make this a top stay. Wake up to hot coffee, and a fresh continental breakfast. Catch up on world news on the big screen tv in the very spacious lounge and get the knowledgeable staff to book a trip around Auckland or the rest of New Zealand. Book now at this warm and well priced Auckland bed and breakfast hotel.