Located in the heart of Auckland, Hotel DeBrett was built in 1841 as Auckland's first hotel. It operated for over 118 years and survived two fires, the first in 1858 destroying the original building that was subsequently rebuilt in 1925. Throughout its history, the cocktail bar has been the soul of the hotel, and many Aucklanders hold fond memories of it. Today, this iconic building has been stylishly reinterpreted into a small, boutique hotel.
Every room is individually designed and complemented with an eclectic mix of furniture, fittings, and artwork. The famous cocktail bar has been meticulously restored and is seen as one of Auckland's premier meeting places, while the onsite restaurant in the hub of the hotel serves contemporary New Zealand cuisine.
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Photos of Hotel DeBrett
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Hotel DeBrett exterior view
Tour ideas in Auckland
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Hotel DeBrett as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Airedale Boutique Suites
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Fable Auckland
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![King junior suite harbour view, InterContinental Auckland]()
InterContinental Auckland
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![Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour, Auckland]()
Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour
Auckland
Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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America's Cup Sailing ![Waitemata Harbour, Auckland]()
America's Cup Sailing
America's Cup Sailing
This is a two-hour excursion offering the opportunity for you to participate in sailing these grand prix racing machines. Passengers become the crew and are encouraged to take the helm, exert energy on the grinders or simply sit back and enjoy the action while sailing around the beautiful Waitematā Harbour.
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Auckland City Tastes walking tour ![Auckland]()
Auckland City Tastes walking tour
Auckland City Tastes walking tour
Indulge in a culinary exploration as you visit two of the city's most vibrant foodie locations: Britomart and the viaduct Harbour.
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Auckland Highlights Tour ![Mount Eden, Auckland]()
Auckland Highlights Tour
Auckland Highlights Tour
Known as the 'City of Sails', this tour is the perfect introduction to the city as you visit several points of cultural and scenic interest; including Mount Eden with its amazing 360 degree views of the city and the city's oldest park, Auckland Domain.
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Auckland and nearby places
- Devonport less than 5 miles away
- Waiheke Island 16 miles away
- Warkworth 32 miles away
- Waikato 38 miles away
- Thames & Kauaeranga Valley 48 miles away
- Coromandel Peninsula 56 miles away
- Great Barrier Island 58 miles away
- Tauranga 97 miles away
- Waitomo 100 miles away
- The Kauri Coast 105 miles away