In the heart of Auckland, The Shakespeare Hotel offers a unique blend of charm and comfort. Savor local wines in the attached winery, play games in the arcade, or simply unwind with a book from the library. With an on-site restaurant and bar, this hotel near Sky Tower is perfect for relaxing after exploring.
The Shakespeare Hotel features a winery and puts you just steps from Queen Street Shopping District. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Shakespeare Terrace, which serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Gaunt Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes and Daldy Street Tram Stop is 13 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Secured covered onsite self parking (NZD 30 per day)
Offsite parking nearby (NZD 30 per day; reservations required)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Pool table
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1898
Terrace
Library
Arcade/game room
Winery on site
Wine tasting room
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Shakespeare Terrace - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of NZD 300 will be collected before check-in
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 20 (subject to availability)
Kitchen/kitchenette use is available for an extra charge
Parking
Covered self parking costs NZD 30 per day
Parking is available nearby and costs NZD 30 per day (164 ft away; open 24 hours)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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
Does The Shakespeare Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Shakespeare Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Shakespeare Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Shakespeare Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs NZD 30 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Shakespeare Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 20 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Shakespeare Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but SkyCity Casino (5-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Shakespeare Hotel and nearby?
The Shakespeare Hotel has a winery and an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near The Shakespeare Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Shakespeare Terrace.
What's the area around The Shakespeare Hotel like?
The Shakespeare Hotel is in Auckland Central Business District, a short 8-minute walk from Auckland Britomart Station and 4 minutes' walk from Sky Tower.
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The Shakespeare Hotel Reviews
Reviews
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10
Great stay
Addison
2-night trip
8/10
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.
Jan Jaap
1-night trip
8/10
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.
Roseanne
3-night trip
6/10
Kool location
Matt
2-night trip
8/10
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.
Lurcelle
2-night trip
10/10
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.
Cathy
1-night trip
2/10
Refused to offer a refund despite being unable to access the hotel to check in
Karl
1-night trip
6/10
Was average for the price.
Shenee
1-night trip
6/10
Lovely and comfortable but getting a bit tired. Room needs a good paint. Food was very good.
Jo-Ann
1-night trip
6/10
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!
Nettie
2-night trip
8/10
Great central location, beautiful historic building, perfect location for our stay.
Owen
8/10
Great location and an iconic building
Garth
1-night trip
8/10
Nice, but old.
Thorben
2-night trip
10/10
Great stay above a bar and very close to everything in the city
Shane
6/10
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.
Bhagya
2-night trip
8/10
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
Donald
1-night trip
10/10
clean affordable friendly good location
Simon
4/10
Dirty sheets
Very tired
Roger
1-night trip
6/10
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
Alexandra
4-night trip
10/10
Good cost effective clean and comfy stay.
Four flights of stairs, so I hope you like climbing.
Joe
1-night trip
8/10
Lovely pub with basic rooms above
Sarah
2-night trip
10/10
Great location. Good value.
Kelly
2-night trip
10/10
Beautiful place a little old fashioned but worth the price 100 percent
Paul
1-night trip
10/10
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.