One topic that was not covered, however, was the flag debate.
Upon entering the hotel earlier in the evening, Mr Little told media that he would be seeing if Prince Charles had a view about the flag debate in New Zealand.
"I'll have to disclose at some point that I am a republican, but I believe in a respectful and courteous relationship with the royal family because the Queen is still our head of state," he said.
Mr Little said the flag debate came up in his conversation with Prince Harry earlier in the year and described the younger Prince as being "exercised" by the issue.
"Just interested to know if he [Prince Charles] has a view on it and what it might be."
He said he would also perhaps share where he thinks New Zealanders are at on the issue of the flag.
Mr Little said later that he was not disappointed the flag was not talked about as they had covered other "very important" issues.
Mr Key replaced Mr Little in the room shortly after and in between big smiles and firm handshakes also talked about the weather, the royal visit to New Zealand, and the career of veteran royal photographer Arthur Edwards -- from The Sun newspaper -- who was in the room.
The media were then asked to leave before the Prime Minister and Prince Charles began their conversation.
