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The Shakespeare Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a winery, 4-minute walk to Sky Tower

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Staircase
Billiards
Lunch and dinner served
Street view
View from property
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

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

Triple Room

Highlights

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

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
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
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 50 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
61 Albert Street, Auckland, Auckland, 1010

What's nearby

  • Sky Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • SkyCity Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Auckland - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princes Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

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
  • ‪The Shakespeare Brewery & Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Trivet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Culprit - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ding Dong Lounge - ‬1 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
  • A banquet hall, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises and a billiards/pool table
  • 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

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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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 is parking at The Shakespeare Hotel?

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.

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Reviews

The Shakespeare Hotel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.4

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 502 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chieh-Hsin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Walkable. Central.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
No kettle to make a cuppa
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Owen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great central location, beautiful historic building, perfect location for our stay.

6/10 Okay

Janice Margaret

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty old and needs a good refurbishing, the shower head and associated attachment to the shower wall was hanging on byva threadcwas not attached properly. I managed ok but it was a real challenge to stop it fallingboff tgexwall.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shenee

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was average for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pub with basic rooms above
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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

4/10 Poor

Enis

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a room converted from attic, room was very noisy from various fans on the roof.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura Romina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience! Super friendly staff :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the restaurant and brewery, and the location was great. Staff were very friendly and courteous. The rooms themselves are very basic and plain, but it served its purpose and we liked the price. I’d definitely stay there again for an affordable night’s rest.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

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

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a decent room for the price. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

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

4/10 Poor

Enis

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wi-Fi not reliable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Penelope

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how it right near queen st. Easy to walk to alot of things and if not, uber was the way to go. Wasn't super clean but wasn't super dirty either

8/10 Good

Rosalba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
If you like a charming, historical, old fashion little boutique hotel with a glorious past and a very good pub and restaurant, this is the right place! Not to mention the amazing and super convenient location! The rooms, however, are very small and definitely old fashioned: but this is part of the charm. Not recommended to people who have issues climbing the stairs (there is no lift).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Willow

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I emailed support twice asking about check in and never heard back. We were not aware that the whole hotel would be shutdown with check in being at 2pm. I emailed asking before our stay if we could check in before 2, if we knew this was not possible we would have stayed elsewhere. We ended up missing our booked tours on Waiheke Island which was a shame.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Declan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were polite and nice but the room was hot, stuffy (no aircon) filthy (snot on the wall next to the bed, dirty floor) and there is building works next door (extremely noisy and they started at 6:15 in the morning!)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Charlotte

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No soap, the lamps did not work, the fridge was covered in mould, the carpet looked like it had not been vacuumed for a long time, and when someone uses the bathroom on the floor above, the smell wofts down the air vent. I almost threw up a few times staying here! But at least the staff were friendly and the location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Shelley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff helpful. Bed comfortable and sheets clean. Room small, one lightbulb between two lamps. No hairdryer. Water pressure in shower very good but shower not very clean.

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

2/10 Terrible

kevin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old and dirty

While the staff were nice and very helpful , they were battling a building that is old, worn out, and dirty. I have a video of me opening my door with a credit card slipped into the gaping space in the door jamb. Not using the key! The air conditioner was always dripping on the bed and floor and soaked everything which is why it smelled like a swamp. The coffee pot has mold all inside it. Yuck. Cockroaches in bathroom. No lift up 3 flights. Location is fine but this is an old and running brewery pub downstairs. Smells like it. Keep the air conditioner off, open the windows and spray for bugs if you stay here. No paid parking either. Price was great though but we still left early. Not for normal travelers.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Roberta

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked this hotel specifically because it was a heritage builiding / there was not elevator but we were told our room was on the 2nd floor - it was on the 4th / manager refused to call a shuttle for us - he said he'd call a taxi but not a shuttle ($140 vs $40). We walked down the street to IBIS and they gladly called a shuttle and made a reservation / comfy bed - but besides that, a hard no for us
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Miles

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Really disappointed that they could not provide a receipt for my stay.. and he still not forwarded one
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

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