
One of a Kind Top Floor 1BR on Queen Street
Located on the top floor of Auckland’s iconic historic Guardian Building, right on Queen Street, this unique 1-bedroom apartment blends timeless charm with modern comforts. Featuring elegant furnishings and a beautifully styled interior, it offers extra privacy with only two apartments on this level. Just a short walk from Commercial Bay, Auckland Art Gallery and Viaduct Harbour, with cafés, restaurants, shops and public transport at your doorstep.
About the Home
This charming penthouse-style 1-bedroom apartment features: Bedroom - Comfortable Queen-size bed. - Fresh linen and towels provided. Living Area - Spacious open-plan living and dining area. - Comfortable leather sofa and stylish furnishings. - TV with Chromecast – sign in to your own Netflix and other streaming accounts. Freeview TV channels are also available. - A Bluetooth soundbar for streaming music from your phone. - Unlimited Wi-Fi. - Wardrobe. - Washer/dryer combo tucked away in a cupboard. Drying rack is also provided. Fully Equipped Kitchen - Refrigerator. - Oven and cooktop. - Dishwasher. - Microwave. - Nespresso coffee machine. - Kettle and toaster. Bathroom - Private bathroom with shower. - Essential toiletries provided, including shampoo, conditioner, body wash and hand soap. Please note: There is no air conditioning in this apartment. Fans and portable heaters are provided for comfort. IMPORTANT INFORMATION – PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING, especially if you are sensitive to noise, travelling with heavy luggage or have mobility difficulties Building & Roof Works: The building is currently undergoing maintenance, including roof and exterior façade works. As the apartment is on the top floor, directly beneath the roof works, construction noise will be noticeable during weekday working hours (7am–7pm). The apartment remains fully usable, but some noise and occasional disruption may occur. Our rates have been adjusted to reflect this inconvenience. Stair Access: The lift goes to Level 7. From there, guests need to walk up a narrow staircase of about 20 steps to reach the apartment on Level 8.
Good to know
This apartment is privately owned and managed by a professional host. For any queries, please get in touch with us. Pre-Check-In Requirements: *We require a government ID (Passport or Driver's License) and an online check-in form to be completed for the main guest before check-in. This is a building requirement for short-term rentals for security and insurance purposes. A link to complete the form will be sent closer to your check-in date. * As per our damage policy, a NZD $350 refundable damage deposit is required as part of our online check-in process. Guests will be asked to securely provide credit card details through the check-in form before arrival. Depending on the length of stay, the deposit will either be temporarily authorised on your card or charged. Any hold will be released or payment refunded within 8-14 days after check-out, provided no damage are found. This is not an extra charge, but a refundable security measure to protect the property. SELF CHECK IN to this apartment: *Key pick-up location is at a different location from your apartment but is close by. Further self check-in instructions will be sent before your arrival date. *There is NO carpark available for this apartment, please ask for nearby paid options. * There is NO luggage storage available for this apartment. But we can suggest nearby paid options. *Our check-in time is 3pm, for early check-in request, please double check with us in advance for availability. During stay & Departure: * We offer a full set of beddings, linens, and towels for each guest. Additional linens are available for a fee upon request. * Extra cleaning and linens changing services can be arranged during your stay for an extra cost, the same as the cleaning fee per clean. For bookings over 21 days, a mid-stay cleaning is mandatory at the guest's expense. Kindly contact us in advance for any cleaning services. * A starter pack of refreshments and essentials is provided for your initial days; please restock on your own once it runs out. * Our latest check-out time is 10am. IMPORTANT INFORMATION – PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING, especially if you are sensitive to noise, travelling with heavy luggage or have mobility difficulties Building & Roof Works: The building is currently undergoing maintenance, including roof and exterior façade works. As the apartment is on the top floor, directly beneath the roof works, construction noise will be noticeable during weekday working hours (7am–7pm). The apartment remains fully usable, but some noise and occasional disruption may occur. Our rates have been adjusted to reflect this inconvenience. Stair Access: The lift goes to Level 7. From there, guests need to walk up a narrow staircase of approximately 20 steps to reach the apartment on Level 8.
The Neighborhood
Located on Queen Street, in the heart of the city, this apartment is just a stone's throw from Albert Park, the Art Gallery, and a wide variety of modern restaurants, bars, and luxury shopping. Cinemas and theatres are nearby, and iconic landmarks like Sky Tower and the Viaduct, along with waterfront venues, are just down the road. Britomart train station, bus stops, and the Ferry Building are also just a short walk away.
Guest Access
Guests staying in this privately owned apartment have full access to the entire unit in The Guardian building. The building is charming, well-managed, and secure, with a building manager onsite. Please note that check-in services and luggage storage are not available through the building manager.
What this place offers
Booking and price
- Book on
- the host's own site (onecitiair.guestybookings.com). CielStay links you there and charges no fee.
- Nightly rate
- Close to the typical rate for the 37 homes we list in Auckland
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