Located close to Sky Tower and SkyCity Casino, Lighter Quay Patio Retreat Gym Pool & Sauna provides a gym, a sauna and a hot tub. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
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A compact, nicely finished one-bedroom apartment in Lighter Quay`s sought-after Halsey Building — ground floor with a private patio opening onto Halsey Street, a French press for your morning coffee, a large Smart TV, and full access to the building`s heated pool, sauna, and gym. North Wharf dining and Silo Park are steps away. Great host communication. A well-priced, well-located Wynyard Quarter base with genuine attention to detail.
There are apartments that try to be everything, and apartments that know exactly what they are and deliver it well. This compact, nicely finished one-bedroom in Lighter Quay`s Halsey Building is firmly in the second camp — thoughtfully appointed, with the same quality of fit-out and attention to detail you`d expect from a well-considered waterfront address, and a private ground-floor patio that opens onto Halsey Street and lets the morning air in.
The open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area is comfortably arranged, with the patio doors giving the space a sense of openness and a practical connection to the outside that makes the apartment feel more generous than its footprint. A large Smart TV is a genuine highlight — one of the better-sized screens of any one-bedroom in this precinct, and perfect for a film night in when the Wynyard Quarter has already had your full attention for the day. The queen bed is well-appointed with quality linen in a proper separate bedroom with ample storage. The modern bathroom is clean and well-presented throughout.
Mornings start properly here — a French press is provided, and taking that first coffee out to the patio is a good way to ease into the day before heading out into the precinct. The kitchen is equipped for easy self-catering, with everything you need for breakfast, simple meals, or storing takeaway from the outstanding North Wharf restaurants that are a short walk away. Climate control keeps the apartment comfortable year-round, and in-apartment laundry facilities add practical convenience for longer stays.
Lighter Quay is one of Auckland`s most considered waterfront developments — a carefully designed precinct of residential buildings set along the calm still waterways at the western edge of Wynyard Quarter. The Halsey Building is one of the development`s most sought-after addresses, and guests staying in this apartment have full access to the building`s shared facilities throughout their stay.
The heated pool is positioned at water level alongside the marina — one of the genuinely pleasant places to swim in Auckland, with the open waterway alongside and the Wynyard Quarter precinct in view. A sauna and fully equipped gym complete a wellness package that most comparable Wynyard Quarter apartments simply can`t offer. For a compact one-bedroom, these facilities add a resort-style layer that makes the stay feel considerably more expansive than the apartment`s footprint alone would suggest.
The entire apartment is yours — bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living area, and private patio. Full access to the Lighter Quay heated pool, sauna, and gym is included throughout your stay. The building is fully gated with secure access. Full instructions and access codes will be sent the day before your arrival.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Full instructions and access codes will be sent the day before your arrival. To ensure a smooth arrival, we ask all guests to complete a short online pre-check-in form and upload a valid government-issued photo ID before arriving.
A private airport transfer can be arranged at additional cost with at least 48 hours notice.
While we will leave you in peace to enjoy your time in Auckland, we are available 24 hours a day for an emergency.
For those non-urgent like-to-haves, just give us a call or a quick message and we will do everything we can to make this your most memorable trip to Auckland yet.
Lighter Quay sits at the edge of Wynyard Quarter — one of the most successful urban waterfront regenerations in the Southern Hemisphere. The North Wharf dining precinct is right on your doorstep: Baduzzi for handmade pasta and Italian small plates, Hello Beasty for bold Asian-inspired sharing, Giraffe for waterfront dining, and an excellent selection of bars and wine rooms that make this one of the city`s best places to spend an evening. Silo Park, with its outdoor cinema, weekend markets, and public art, is a very short stroll, as is the Auckland Fish Market.
On Saturday mornings, the Wynyard Quarter Farmers Market sets up along the waterfront — one of the best in the city for freshly shucked oysters, artisan bread, and serious coffee. The Viaduct Harbour`s celebrated restaurant and bar strip is an easy walk east, connecting through to Commercial Bay and Britomart`s cobblestoned laneways. The Auckland Ferry Terminal is nearby for Waiheke Island and Hauraki Gulf services, and the CBD`s Queen Street, Sky Tower, and Aotea Centre are all within comfortable walking distance.
Auckland is easily explored from Lighter Quay. The Inner Link and Outer Link buses connect the central suburbs frequently. Britomart Transport Centre is an easy walk with full train network connections. The Auckland Ferry Terminal is nearby for Waiheke Island and harbour services. Uber and taxis are available throughout the precinct. Auckland Airport is approximately 30 to 40 minutes by car. We kindly ask all guests to help us maintain the peaceful, high-standard environment of this home by following a few simple rules:
A valid photo ID, email address, and phone number are required prior to check-in.
Please respect our no-party policy and observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Smoking, vaping, or drug use is not permitted inside the suite or anywhere in the apartment, building, complex or balcony.
In the rare case of a noise complaint or evidence of smoking, an additional fee of up to NZD $500 may apply.
Check in available after 3pm through lock box key collection. Lock boxes are located a short distance away, full details will be sent prior to arrival. We advise collecting the keys on your way to the apartment, if coming to the city via taxi or UBER, ask the taxi to wait a second while you collect the key. The walk to the apartment from the lock box is not far, but no one wants to walk in the city with suitcases!
These measures ensure that every guest enjoys a serene, premium experience — thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 388 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
We kindly ask all guests to help us maintain the peaceful, high-standard environment of this home by following a few simple rules:
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does Lighter Quay Patio Retreat Gym Pool & Sauna have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Lighter Quay Patio Retreat Gym Pool & Sauna pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Lighter Quay Patio Retreat Gym Pool & Sauna?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lighter Quay Patio Retreat Gym Pool & Sauna?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lighter Quay Patio Retreat Gym Pool & Sauna?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lighter Quay Patio Retreat Gym Pool & Sauna located?
Located in Auckland Central Business District, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Victoria Park, Sky Tower and SkyCity Casino. Queen Street Shopping District and Princes Wharf are also within 15 minutes. Gaunt Street Tram Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Daldy Street Tram Stop is 3 minutes.
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