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The Shakespeare Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers sip local wines at this charming Auckland hotel, where game nights around the billiards table create memorable evenings after city exploration.

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The Shakespeare Hotel in central Auckland combines comfort with character. Guests can taste wines at the attached winery, enjoy the arcade, or browse the library. With a restaurant and bar steps from Sky Tower, it's an ideal base for visitors wanting to relax after sightseeing.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AED 190
AED 219 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Room options

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Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Shared kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Auckland Central Business District, a neighborhood in Auckland, The Shakespeare Hotel is in a shopping district and near a train station. Sky Tower is a notable landmark, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Wharf and Sylvia Park Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Spark Arena or Eden Park. Visit our Auckland travel guide
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61 Albert Street, Auckland, Auckland, 1010

What's nearby

  • Sky Tower which includes a city, modern architecture and a sunset
    Sky Tower
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sunset on the Sky Tower in Auckland creating a moody backdrop.
    SkyCity Casino
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Building of the university of Auckland
    University of Auckland
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Auckland CBD with Viaduct Basin in the foreground.
    Princes Wharf
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal featuring a marina and cbd
    Auckland Ferry Terminal
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Britomart Station
    8 min walk
  • Gaunt Street Tram Stop
    10 min walk
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rydges Auckland
    2 min walk
  • Kushi Japanese Kitchen & Bar
    2 min walk
  • Trivet
    2 min walk
  • The Shakespeare Brewery & Hotel
    1 min walk
  • 1947 Eatery
    2 min walk

About this property

The Shakespeare Hotel

Hotel near Sky Tower
Located close to SkyCity Casino and Auckland Ferry Terminal, The Shakespeare Hotel provides an attached winery, a terrace, and an arcade/game room. Sip on a glass of local wine at this hotel offering a tasting room. The on-site restaurant, Shakespeare Terrace, offers lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a billiards/pool table
  • Meeting rooms and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Shakespeare Hotel include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (NZD 30 per day); reservations required
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (NZD 30 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Shakespeare Terrace

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Wine tasting room
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1898
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of NZD 300 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: NZD 30 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 30 per day(164 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20 (subject to availability)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Shakespeare Brewery
Shakespeare Brewery Auckland
Shakespeare Hotel & Brewery
Shakespeare Hotel & Brewery Auckland
Shakespeare Hotel Auckland
Shakespeare Hotel
Shakespeare Auckland
The Shakespeare Hotel Brewery
The Shakespeare Hotel Hotel
The Shakespeare Hotel Auckland
The Shakespeare Hotel Hotel Auckland

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shakespeare Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Shakespeare Hotel?

As of 7 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shakespeare Hotel on 6 April 2026 start from AED 190, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for NZD 30 per day.

What time is check-in at The Shakespeare Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Shakespeare Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is The Shakespeare Hotel located?

Located in Auckland Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Sky Tower, SkyCity Casino, and Princes Wharf. University of Auckland and Auckland Ferry Terminal are also within 10 minutes. Gaunt Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and Daldy Street Tram Stop is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Shakespeare Hotel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 526 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 526 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 526 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 526 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 526 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Staff & service
Great food & beer in the pub. Brilliant location. Accommodation well past its best, but good vibe. WOuld stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jan Jaap

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel, slightly outdated facilities but at the same time characteristic. Very nice staff and the combination of hotel with restaurant and pub is nice if you don't mind the noise.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and an iconic building
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Roseanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location in Auckland CBD

Nice hotel above a brew pub so can get a bit noisy at night but not too bad. The building is historic so no elevator but the staff helped me with my bags. Many things within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I loved the hotel. There were a few small things that were a bit of an issue but everything was perfect. The staff were nice and made check in easy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keizo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a wonderful hotel that I would like to visit again. The staff were very kind to me even though I didn't speak much English.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Jo-Ann

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely and comfortable but getting a bit tired. Room needs a good paint. Food was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historic tavern is well-preserved and well run. My partner & I stayed in-house but had our meals in the bar downstairs and enjoyed the boutique beer/cider. The atmosphere is relaxing & the meals well-presented and very enjoyable. The staff were very welcoming and helpful with any enquiries. The ladies toilet was the only disappointment: it is in dire need of a makeover as it was pretty old, messy & needing some repairs in the walls, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lurcelle

Liked: Staff & service
Courteous staff. No elevator is the main negative concern, but the staff were very helpful in assisting us to carry our luggage up to the 3rd floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Climbing

Good cost effective clean and comfy stay. Four flights of stairs, so I hope you like climbing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

solangie

Liked: Staff & service
There was an excellent service but the didn't clean the room while we were there but the food and the bar are excellent and with a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Gillian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely old pub. Our room was on the third floor up six flights of steps with a heavy suitcase we are in our 60’s the staff didn’t offer to help. Food and beer was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, small but clean room, handy to Sky City bus depot for Intercity & airport. Bar & food on site. Be aware there is no lift if you have heavy luggage and are in a 3rd floor room (storage lockers available at bus depot).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and quiet.It would have been nice to have some milk for a cup of tea but the clesner did not understsnd my request duebto very limited english,otherwise it was good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Derek

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price and location were awesome. The place is very old and you get what you pay for. Also, the parking nearby is pretty expensive. You’re better off staying here if you don’t have a car, want to save some money and be the middle of everything.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Nettie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Shakespeare hotel

No one was there when I arrived. Doors all locked. Rang bell. Nothing. Luckily someone was coming out and we were able to store luggage. No hair dryer. I didn’t have right outlet converter. They did lend me one!!! Good location and close and walkable for sites!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Bhagya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was on 3rd floor and as this hotel is very old there wasn’t a lift and had to climb the stairs every single time, staff was helpful with carrying luggage’s all the way up and down bless them. Very annoying to back and forth with stairs specially when your room is at level three. I was exhausted.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
So, it is an older property in a building with great character. A little challenge to find in that the Pub is obvious but not so obvious is the hotel above the pub. No elevator. Small rooms that will need some attention over time. Great location in central downtown. Fit all the things we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service
It is a great concept Brewery, Restaurant and Hotel. It is centrally located and can walk to alot ie: Bay Harbor,Museums, Sky tower, food, and public transit options. They do not have a front desk. So don't get in earlier than said check in. The room I was is could use an upgrade. But it had what I needed a bed and shower. And when I asked for a hair dryer I forgot mine. They let me borrow one.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
only thing positive was location, central to everything we wanted to do. The hallway smelt very musty, nearly knocked you over when you opened the door. the window did not have a lock, towel rail in bathroom was not there. The remote for Tv did not work, the mattress was stained .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Medadane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I had read the reviews before booking, so I was aware of what I might be in for. However, I found the check in quite helpful – there was an issue in the bathroom which staff apologised profusely for and as they were booked out he would have preferred to give me another room, but this understandably wasn’t possible. I arrived quite late, but this wasn’t an issue. It was conveniently located to my workshop and the room was lovely enough for the price. Unfortunately the shower was quite dirty but the room was nice and clean. The only other issue was a loud, drunk person outside in the hallway, but this wasn’t the hotels fault and thankfully it didn’t go on for too long. ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nishtah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and service were super friendly and accommodating. Having the pub on the bottom floor was so convenient and they offered guests a discount on pub food and drink which was awesome as the pub food was super good 😊 Unfortunately no elevator which I can see being an issue for older visitors or those with a lot of luggage, but it was fine for us. We honestly did not mind the 4 floor walk up to our room every night. The building is old, but that adds to the charm and they provided us with plenty of blankets and a space heater to help with the Auckland winter. Had to keep the bathroom window open a crack to help with ventilation but after an hour or two it was fine to be shut. The hotel as a whole is super conveniently located and we could walk to anything located within the city center area, or just take the short walk to a bus/train stop(s) close by. From our room we could hear the regular city/street noises, but nothing too loud to keep us awake, and I'm a pretty light sleeper, so it doesn't take much to wake me up.

8/10 Good

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great old Hotel.Loved the stairs, reminds me of hotels in San Fransisco.Room was comfy.Shower had a problem with drainage.Staff were great and friendly, meal was super yummy.great place, would stay overnight again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was friendly but hiking up 4 floors to get to my room was pretty horrible with luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Addison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024