Latest News
Great to be featured in Emma Stanford from Stuff's news article this week "Where to eat, stay and play in Napier". Thanks for the coverage Emma & a great choice of places! Check out the article here: https://www.stuff.co.nz/.../where-eat-stay-and-play-napier Read more »
Nice little article from Stuff.co.nz mentioning five other alternative heritage hotels to stay in including Art Deco Masonic, now Chateau Tongariro is sadly closed. Have a read.. Read more »
Delighted to host Jo Bates from Escape magazine recently. Read her insightful article "Hawke's Bay: Stunning New Zealand holiday spot no one wants to leave" here.
Read more »
Hotels about town are more than just somewhere to lay your head, writes Ewan MacDonald in the latest New Zealand Herald Go NZ article. Check out Napier and reference to Art Deco Masonic Hotel and our eatery & bar Emporium.
Read more »
A former nunnery, a prison and a castle make up this collection of New Zealand's golden oldies writes Bridget Jones
When it comes to taking a break from life, there is travelling - and then there is time travelling. On your next short break, escape your day-to-day with a look back into New Zealand's rich past and a stay in a historical hotel, because there are plenty of accommodation options all around the country where you can get a sense of history, as well as enjoy a getaway from home. Read more »
Local COVID heroes are among five winners shouted a free stay at the Art Deco Masonic Hotel.
Hotel owners Neil Barber & Craig Hay wanted to do something to show their thanks for those who wet the extra mile during COVID-19. Read more »
On Wednesday I headed to Hamilton. A purposeful trip to collect a new motorcycle and return to Nelson - officially breaking the shackles of lockdown. It was also a time to ponder widespread changes as the wind swept past. And, as it turned out, to experience directly the impact of Covid on the hospitality and tourism sectors in New Zealand.
It's a New Zealand that no one has seen before. An eighties vibe where there is space to relax and enjoy, coupled with an eerie silence of empty motels and tourist attractions....
Read the full article by Jaimie Brookes, our guest from momint.nz Read more »
We knew that Nils from our restaurant Emporium Eatery & Bar was an outstanding bartender and amazing mixologist but we're super proud that his peers have recognised his talents. Read more »
Read all about the Migrating Swans recent visit to Hawke's Bay and what they had to say about their stay with us. Read more »
Fascinating article by Michael Fowler, local historian, in the Hawke's Bay Today about the resilient 1894 pohutukawa outside our hotel that survived two fires, an earthquake and the possible axe in 1935! If you'd like to learn more about the history of Napier's Marine Parade Michael will be giving a talk at MTG Hawke's Bay's Century Theatre during Winter Deco Weekend on Saturday, July 14, at 3.30pm. Admission is free. Read more »
Ambassador Chef, Damon McGinniss of Emporium Bar & Eatery hosted his Ambassador Series recently as part of the Hawke's Bay Winter F.A.W.C! Damon has been an Ambassador Chef three times during his career and with his talent and skill he transformed some very humble cuts of beef and lamb into a stunning five course degustation. The event was titled Grass & Gravel and paid homage to New Zealand’s grass raised beef and lamb. Damon also matched each course with a delicious Syrah grown in the gravelly soil of Hawke's Bay. Read more »
Tipsy or high tea? Dish editor Vanessa Marshall is spoiled for choice at Hawkes Bay’s newly refurbished Emporium – The Lounge. Read more »
Jane Mundy shares a few convincing reasons to visit New Zealand from her recent visit which includes a snippet about Art Deco Napier and Art Deco Masonic Hotel. Read more »
We're delighted that Art Deco Masonic Hotel has once again been recognized as the winner in the Hotel category of the 2018 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice® awards for Hotels, ranking 8 out of 25. Travelers’ Choice award winners were determined based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a single year from TripAdvisor travelers worldwide.
Art Deco Masonic Hotel thanks our guests for staying with us and reviewing us on Tripadvisor. Read more »
Alan Granville kindly published an article about us, at Stuff.co.nz. Among many other delightful things he says: "It is safe to say this will be the closest I will get to sleep in the same bedroom as Queen Elizabeth II". Enjoy, we did.. Read more »
We are delighted and excited that our Executive Chef Damon McGinniss has been selected as one of five Ambassador Chefs by Beef + Lamb New Zealand.
For Damon this is the third time he’s been selected as Ambassador, the first whilst working with us here at Art Deco Masonic Hotel.
Ambassador Chef’s are selected for their passion and talent for cooking with New Zealand Beef and Lamb, driving innovation and creativity within the food service sector, and ultimately helping to shape our country’s food story. Read more »
LADIES — THE most divine place to while away the time with your friends while partaking in a most delicious afternoon tea has opened in Napier. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle but right in the middle of town, a little like a Alice In Wonderland riddle, you will find the Art Deco Masonic Hotel’s Emporium — The Lounge. Read more »
The 42 unique wine blends for the 26th annual Hawke's Bay Wine Auction were put to the test last night at the pre-tasting event.
People were invited to taste the different wines in the Gatsby Room at the Art Deco Masonic Hotel put together by the Bay's premier wineries, with a "blend, a collection and an essence that will captivate everyone". Read more »
We were delighted that our restaurant Emporium Eatery Bar was presented with the Steinlager Outstanding Bar award at this years Hawke's Bay Hospitality Awards. Fabulous for the team to be recognised by their peers. Read more »
This year’s Winter Deco Weekend which is set to start on Friday 14 July is shaping up to be another bumper year with ticket sales already exceeding last years. Read more »
June heralds the beginning of winter but that's no reason to stay indoors. Because Winter F.A.W.C! is back and, along with it, F.A.W.C! by 5. Until July 9 you can dine your way around Hawke's Bay with spectacular deals from some of the region's top restaurants, cafes and bars. FAWC! by 5 is all about food, wine and excellent value for money with menu selections in $5 offerings. Read more »
Food and Wine Classic Hawke’s Bay (FAWC) started back in 2012 and has grown over the last five years from an event held annually to one that now has two full months of activities in both November and June. I like that different experiences are priced across the spectrum; a more informal food and wine matching session at Elephant Hill is $45, whereas a dinner prepared by Peter Gordon at Craggy Range will set you back $275. Read more »
This year’s Tremains Art Deco Festival is shaping up to be a star studded one as Kiwi Stars Kerre Woodham, Shane & Nerida Cortese and Masterchef Brett McGregor all head to Napier to enjoy the festivities.
Actor, Singer and Performer Shane Cortese, and his New Zealand dance star wife Nerida, will return to the Art Deco Festival for their third consecutive year. Shane Cortese says “The Art Deco Festival is hands down our favourite event in New Zealand. We love the music, the clothes, the amazing party vibe and super friendly people and are thrilled to be able to return for another great weekend”. Read more »
Telegraph UK have just released their “top reasons to visit New Zealand in 2017” tips and Napier is listed as one of them! Hear Ben Ross and Adrian Bridge explain why New Zealand should be top of your travel wishlist next year. They also offer tips on where to go, from the country's lesser-known third island to the city that's a Mecca for fans of Art Deco - "Napier".
Read more »
Under the helm of Chef Damon McGinniss Emporium Eatery and Bar has once again been awarded the 2017 Beef and Lamb Excellence Award, meaning at Emporium you can be assured you will enjoy tasty, skilfully composed and superbly presented beef and lamb dishes. Read more »
After being shortlisted as finalists in three categories; Best Bar, Best Restaurant and Best Customer Service we were delighted that Emporium Eatery & Bar was crowned New Zealand's Best Bar in Hospitality New Zealand's Awards for Excellence. This national recognition is the ultimate reward for our great team who couldn't have achieved this without your support. Thank you!
Art Deco Masonic Hotel was a finalist in the Best Accommodation over 30 rooms category alongside Amora Hotel and Rydges Wellington. The winner was The Bolton Hotel, Wellington.
A big congratulations to all the Awards category winners and finalists. We were in great company. Read more »
Hot Off the Press! We're excited to hear that Art Deco Masonic Hotel and Emporium Eatery & Bar are again national finalists in this years Hospitality NZ Awards for Excellence. Art Deco Masonic Hotel is finalist in the Best Accommodation (over 30 rooms) category and Emporium Eatery & Bar finalist in three categories; Best Bar, Best Restaurant and Excellence in Customer Service. Winners will be announced soon. Fingers are crossed, we'll keep you posted. Read more »
Delighted to have been mentioned in Deanna van Mulligan's article about "Where to stay in New Zealand" in Vancouver's Montecristo magazine. Deanna attended our "Meet the Super Classics of Hawke's Bay Wines" Winter F.A.W.C! event.
The magazine has a readership of 186,000 (circulation of 30k) in the Vancouver area.
Read more »
Linda Hall from Hawke's Bay Today samples Emporium Eatery & Bars F.A.W.C! x 5 Dish - Moroccan Lamb Tagine matched with a Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels Syrah. "Hooray" she says "a lamb dish with meat which hasn't been trimmed of all fat to within an inch of it's life." Read on... Read more »
The team at Art Deco Masonic Hotel are delighted that both our bars and restaurants (Emporium Eatery & Bar & The Rose Irish Pub) have once again reached the finals of this year's Hawke's Bay Hospitality Awards:
EMPORIUM EATERY & BAR
Steinlager Pure Outstanding Bar
One Music Outstanding Restaurant
E.I.T Outstanding Front of House Team
Clearview Estate Best Ambience & Style
Sacred Hill Outstanding Chef – Damon McGinness
THE ROSE IRISH PUB
Simply Squeezed Outstanding Local Read more »
As the executive chef of one of Napier's busiest establishments, Damon McGinnis is a very busy man. Read more »
Art Deco Masonic Hotel featured as "the key to a full Art Deco experience and one of the finest buildings in town" as reported by the Hawke's Bay Today, in the British Guardian newspaper's article on Top Ranking Holiday Spots. Read more »
Just a few years ago, a much needed, sensitive and gently executed makeover began the restoration of Napier's Art Deco crowning glory, the Masonic Hotel. Since then the historically significant property's faded glamour has been nurtured back to its original brilliance, but with a thoroughly modern mindset..... Read more »
Art Deco Masonic Hotel has once again won the Tripadvisor Traveller's Choice Award. Today it was announced that Tripadvisor has voted us fifth in New Zealand's Top 25 Hotels. Read more »
We're delighted to hear that we are finalists in the ‘Large Business’ category for this year’s Hawke's Bay Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.
Congratulations to all the Category finalists. Read more »
We're delighted to have been awarded this years Supreme Champion and Best Hotel at this year's Hospitality New Zealand Awards for Excellence. Read more »
Hot Off the Press! We're excited to hear that Art Deco Masonic Hotel is a national finalist in two categories the Best Accommodation and Excellence in Customer Service in this years Hospitality NZ Awards for Excellence. Winners will be announced in October. Fingers are crossed, we'll keep you posted. Read more »
The Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction is one of Hawke’s Bay’s iconic events and this year, the 24th occurrence of the event, will be the best one yet!
Art Deco Masonic Hotel is proud to be a Platinum Sponsor of this wonderful community event. Read more »
It's a trifecta! Our industry peers have voted and we're delighted that Emporium Eatery & Bar has once again won the Best Bar category in this year's Hawke's Bay Hospitality Awards. Thank you for your support. This recognition is really important to the whole team at Art Deco Masonic Hotel, our restaurant and bars. Read more »
We're delighted that Emporium Eatery & Bar has been selected as the only New Zealand Bar to reach the World’s Best Bar’s TOP 100 list. The team here at Emporium Eatery and Bar are so excited to receive this recognition and be in such outstanding international company. Discover more>>
Read more »
This year under the helm of our new Chef Damon McGinniss Emporium Eatery and Bar has once again been awarded the New Zealand Beef & Lamb Excellence Award, meaning at Emporium you can be assured you will enjoy tasty, skilfully composed and superbly presented New Zealand beef and lamb dishes. Read more »
Not to be outdone by Emporium Eatery & Bar the Hotel has just been awarded Tripadvisor’s Top Award in the Hotel category - the Traveller’s Choice Award 2015. Delighted at the recognition after the completion of the significant Hotel renovations last year it’s pleasing to hear that guests have really been enjoying the new look and feel of this beautifully restored building. Read more »
What a fabulous celebration of our local tourism industry! The Hawke's Bay Tourism Award winners were announced at a fun industry party at the end of September. Congratulations to Art Deco Trust and the Crown Hotel on their wins. We were delighted to be judged Runner Up in the The Hawke's Bay Accommodation Award (Sponsored by Hastings District Council), and Emporium Eatery & Bar was a finalist in The Hits People's Choice Award. Read more »
The whole team at Art Deco Masonic Hotel are honoured and proud as punch with the announcement that the hotel has been named a winner in the annual Hospitality New Zealand Awards for Excellence! We were crowned the country's Best New/Redeveloped Accommodation Hotel. This is great news for the whole team following the long process of interior restoration and refurbishment in this iconic Art Deco building. Read more »
