Beyond the Gothic Revival walls of Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, lies brilliant craftsmanship, vivid colours, and new heights of luxury. Redefining modern elegance, The Observatory Hotel brings contemporary style to the heart of a precinct rich with history. Located where the Observatory Tower once stood as home to astronomy and physics, the hotel now boasts 33 uniquely designed rooms, each carefully curated with handpicked locally crafted furniture. The Observatory Hotel invites you to enjoy our gym, premium meeting room facilities and stylish Drawing Room Lounge to unwind and relax whilst embracing the history that surrounds you.