Auckland City Center Hotels

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Here is a quick list of Downtown Hotels in Auckland, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Off Broadway Motel

8.4 / 10

(567 Reviews)

From 113$
The Surrey Hotel

8.3 / 10

(2680 Reviews)

From 112$
Legacy Airedale Hotel Auckland

9.2 / 10

(2320 Reviews)

From 134$
The Convent Hotel

8.9 / 10

(1145 Reviews)

From 139$
Crowne Plaza Auckland By Ihg Hotel

8.5 / 10

(2259 Reviews)

From 126$

**Why Choose Central Hotels When Travelling to Auckland in New Zealand**

Auckland, the vibrant heart of New Zealand, is a city that seamlessly blends natural beauty with urban sophistication. From its stunning harbors and iconic Sky Tower to the pulse of its diverse neighborhoods, there's an abundance of experiences waiting to be uncovered. As you plan your journey to this magnificent destination, choosing the right accommodation can significantly enhance your travel experience. This is where central hotels in Auckland come into play, offering an array of options that promise comfort, convenience, and a taste of local culture.

One of the most compelling reasons to opt for central hotels is the unparalleled accessibility they provide to some of Auckland’s major attractions. Whether you’re looking to explore the bustling waterfront at Viaduct Harbour, meander through the lush landscapes of Auckland Domain, or experience the vibrant arts scene in Grey Lynn, central hotels place you right at the center of it all. With excellent public transport links nearby, and key sights just a stroll away, you can maximize your leisure time without the hassle of lengthy commutes.

In addition to their prime locations, central hotels in Auckland often boast top-notch amenities designed to cater to the needs of every traveler, whether you’re on a business trip or a relaxing getaway. Many offer complimentary Wi-Fi, fitness centers, and dining options that highlight New Zealand’s world-renowned cuisine. The added advantage of personalized services provided by hotel staff can make your stay more memorable, offering local insights that can lead to hidden gems around the city.

Moreover, staying in a central hotel allows you to immerse yourself in the local culture more fully. You will find yourself within reach of Auckland's rich tapestry of dining, shopping, and nightlife options, enabling you to engage with the community and appreciate the city's unique character. From exciting food markets to artisan boutiques and lively bars, the experience of living like a local can elevate your overall trip. So, as you prepare for your Auckland adventure, consider the many benefits of choosing a central hotel – they may just be the key to unlocking the true essence of this remarkable city.

Best Hotels in Auckland Downtown

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Off Broadway Motel The Surrey Hotel Legacy Airedale Hotel Auckland The Convent Hotel Hotels in Auckland City Centre With Parking Crowne Plaza Auckland By Ihg Hotel Cordis, Auckland By Langham Hospitality Group Hotel No. 9 Hotel Hotels in Downtown Auckland With Pool Four Points By Sheraton Auckland Mercure Auckland Queen Street Grand Millennium Auckland Hotel

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8.4
Very good
567 Reviews

Off Broadway Motel

📍 11 Alpers Avenue

From 113$

The 4-star Off Broadway Motel Auckland is located near the shopping district of Auckland, about 5 minutes' walk from The Dilworth School Chapel. Featuring a lounge bar, barbecue grills and a garden, this smoke-free hotel is not far from the historic Highwic House.

At the motel, you'll be 3.5 km from Aotea Square and 2.3 km from Domain Wintergardens. From the accommodation it will take approximately 25 minutes to walk to Auckland War Memorial Museum. This Auckland hotel is fringed by cafés and a restaurant. Off Broadway Motel is located 20 km from Auckland airport and just near Diocesan School bus stop.

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8.3
Very good
2680 Reviews

The Surrey Hotel

📍 465 Great North Road, Grey Lynn

From 112$

Offering cars for rent, the 4-star Surrey Hotel Auckland lies merely 5 minutes' stroll from Countdown Grey Lynn Central. Featuring a restaurant, the smoke-free hotel is 3.5 km from Auckland War Memorial Museum.

The hotel offers a prime location a 24-minute drive from Auckland airport. You will enjoy your visit to Queen Street, located approximately 25 minutes on foot from this Auckland property. The hotel is also not far from Viaduct Harbour. There is Ponsonby 2.7 km away. The accommodation is steps from Saint Joseph's Church bus station.

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9.2
Excellent
2320 Reviews

Legacy Airedale Hotel Auckland

📍 380 Queen Street

From 134$

Located only 1.7 km from Auckland War Memorial Museum, the 5-star Legacy Airedale Hotel Auckland is just a 6-minute walk from Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki. Boasting a fitness club, the excellent hotel is in the very heart of the city, within a few blocks of SkyTower.

This smoke-free hotel is conveniently situated within 25 minutes' walk of Viaduct Harbour. Guests staying at the art deco-style property will find themselves a short way from New Zealand Maritime Museum. The hotel is located 25 km from Auckland airport and 550 metres from Mayoral Drive / Queen Street bus stop.

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Hotels in Auckland City Centre With Parking

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8.9
Excellent
1145 Reviews

The Convent Hotel

📍 454 Great North Road

From 139$

Guests of the 3-star Convent Hotel Auckland can enjoy easy access to Countdown Grey Lynn Central, which is situated only a 5-minute walk away. Located within 2 km of Eden Park Stadium, the smoke-free hotel overlooks the city and features a sun terrace and a shared lounge.

You'll need 24-minute drive to Auckland airport. There is SkyTower approximately a 10-minute ride from this Auckland hotel. The accommodation is also in the vicinity of Eden Park. Take benefit from the proximity to Auckland War Memorial Museum, which is 3.5 km away. You can catch the bus at Northland Street bus stop, only a few steps from the hotel.

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8.5
Very good
2259 Reviews

Crowne Plaza Auckland By Ihg Hotel

📍 128 Albert Street

From 126$

Offering guests a ballroom, suited for shared moments, the upscale Crowne Plaza Auckland By Ihg Hotel superbly sits around 25 minutes' walk from Auckland War Memorial Museum. A lounge bar as well as a sauna and a shared lounge can be enjoyed at this 4-star upscale hotel, boasting the setting a stone's throw from Aotea Square.

The smoke-free hotel puts you in the centre of Auckland, a mere 1.9 km from Domain Wintergardens. The Crowne Plaza Auckland is also located merely 250 metres from the impossible-to-miss SkyTower and approximately 10 minutes' drive from Mount Eden. The property is also a short way from Victoria Park. There is SkyCity Auckland bus stop in the immediate vicinity of Crowne Plaza Auckland By Ihg Hotel.

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Hotels in Auckland

Best reviews Hotel ❤️ Off Broadway Motel
Best Price Hotel 🤑 The Surrey Hotel
Top Service Hotel 🛁 Legacy Airedale Hotel Auckland

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8.7
Excellent
3680 Reviews

Cordis, Auckland By Langham Hospitality Group Hotel

📍 83 Symonds Street

From 165$

The 5-star Cordis, Auckland By Langham Hospitality Group Hotel, located only 1.3 km from the vibrant SKYCITY Auckland Casino, is proud to feature an own art gallery. Boasting a swimming pool and a fitness centre, this Auckland hotel offers access to Viaduct Harbour, which is around 10 minutes' drive away.

The smoke-free hotel is nestled 1.9 km from Reflection Pond. Queen Street is within a few blocks of the property and Auckland airport is 25 km away. Symonds Street / Karangahape Road bus stop is approximately a 5-minute walk from this hotel.

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Hotels in Downtown Auckland With Pool

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7.1
Good
2290 Reviews

No. 9 Hotel

📍 9 Manukau Road

From 63$

Located approximately 25 minutes' walk from the two independent Cornwall Park, the 3-star No. 9 Hotel Auckland offers general facilities such as a lift and free newspapers. Featuring a luggage room, this smoke-free hotel is 3.9 km from SkyTower.

The hotel offers a prime setting near restaurants and a café. Queen Street is about a 10-minute drive from the accommodation, while Auckland airport is 20 km from it. This Auckland hotel is only a few steps from Diocesan School bus stop.

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8.4
Very good
1240 Reviews

Four Points By Sheraton Auckland

📍 396 Queen Street, Main Reception Entrance 110 Mayo

From 199$

The stylish Four Points By Sheraton Auckland hotel provides guests with a central location only a 6-minute walk from Aotea Centre as well as an own art gallery. Featuring a ballroom and a restaurant, the 4-star hotel is located not far from the vibrant SKYCITY Auckland Casino.

Western Park is a mere 1.5 km away, and Takutai Square is 1.4 km from this Auckland hotel. From the accommodation it will take about 25 minutes to walk to Domain Wintergardens. The hotel is surrounded by a harbour. Due to a location near a train station, Four Points By Sheraton Auckland hotel gives quick access to other parts of Auckland.

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8.3
Very good
3783 Reviews

Mercure Auckland Queen Street

📍 500 Queen Street

From 100$

Located only 1.6 km from Domain Wintergardens, Mercure Auckland Queen Street hotel boasts an own art gallery. Highlights at this 4-star hotel include an à la carte restaurant, a lounge bar and Wi-Fi in public areas.

The hotel provides a prime location within a few blocks of Aotea Square. The accommodation is also a 6-minute stroll from Pitt Street Methodist Church, and near a motorway. This Auckland hotel is in the vicinity of SkyTower. For those travelling from afar, Auckland airport is 36 minutes' drive away.

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Budget Hotels In Auckland City Centre

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8.5
Very good
5618 Reviews

Grand Millennium Auckland Hotel

📍 71 Mayoral Drive

From 159$

Superbly located a 25-minute walk from Auckland War Memorial Museum, Grand Millennium Auckland Hotel features rooms with views of the city. Boasting a fitness club, the hotel is in the very heart of the city, within a few blocks of Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki.

The stunning hotel is situated in a shopping area of Auckland, within 500 metres of SKYCITY Auckland. Auckland Harbour Bridge is just moments from this accommodation, while Aotea Centre bus stop is a 5-minute walk away. Located 2 km from Domain Wintergardens, the 5-star hotel puts the city at your fingertips. For those travelling from afar, Auckland airport is 26 minutes' drive away.

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8.6
Excellent
637 Reviews

Quest Newmarket Serviced Apartments

📍 31-39 Davis Crescent Newmarket

From 134$

Quest Newmarket Serviced Apartments Auckland hotel, located 25 minutes' walk from Auckland Town Hall, features Wi-Fi in public areas. This stylish aparthotel is within reach of Domain Wintergardens and invites guests to one of the 3 onsite restaurants.

The hotel sits right in the centre of Auckland, within a 300-metre distance of Rialto Newmarket. Westfield Newmarket is 9 minutes' walk away. The accommodation allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Wintergarden Fish Pond 1.8 km away. Guests will find Olympic Pool bus stop next to the 5-star Quest Newmarket Serviced Apartments hotel, about 400 metres away.

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8.8
Excellent
3857 Reviews

The Grand By Skycity

📍 90 Federal Street

From 229$

Located within 5 minutes' walk of The Civic Theatre, the 5-star Grand By Skycity Auckland hotel offers 332 rooms with views of the sea. The luxury hotel is proud to feature 4 lounges, 3.9 km from Auckland Zoo.

The hotel has a central location approximately 25 minutes' walk from Auckland War Memorial Museum. The smoke-free property is ideally situated in close proximity to St Patrick's Cathedral. Guests can also visit SkyTower, located fairly close to this Auckland hotel. SkyCity Terminal bus station can be found around 200 metres from The Grand By Skycity hotel.

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8.7
Excellent
1877 Reviews

Quest Auckland Serviced Apartments

📍 363 Queen Street

From 113$

The 4-star Quest Auckland Serviced Apartments hotel provides proximity to Vulcan Lane, which is located just 1 km away. Featuring 81 rooms with views of the garden, the smoke-free hotel is approximately a 10-minute drive from Auckland War Memorial Museum.

This Auckland hotel boasts a central setting steps away from the shopping district of Auckland. There is Victoria Park Market only 1.7 km from the modern accommodation. The hotel is also within a few blocks of Viaduct Harbour. Auckland - Central bus station can be found just around the corner from Quest Auckland Serviced Apartments hotel.

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8.3
Very good
2391 Reviews

Abstract Hotel

📍 8 Upper Queen Street

From 175$

Offering a central location 16 minutes' walk from Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, Abstract Hotel Auckland has an own art gallery. Located a stone's throw from Queen Street, this 4-star hotel overlooks the city and invites guests to have a drink at a terrace bar.

You'll need 36-minute drive to Auckland airport. Wine Cellar Live Music Venue is 400 metres from the hotel, while The Baptist Tabernacle is around 450 metres away. The impossible-to-miss SkyTower is a 19-minute walk away. The bus stop Queen Street / Karangahape Road is located just steps from Abstract Hotel.

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7.7
Very good
1601 Reviews

Parkside Hotel & Apartments

📍 100 Greys Avenue

From 79$

Offering a swimming pool and views of the city, Parkside Hotel & Apartments Auckland is situated 6 minutes' walk from The Civic Theatre. Boasting a gym area, this superior hotel is in the centre of the city, not far from Aotea Square.

Such city attractions as the impossible-to-miss SkyTower, which is within 900 metres of the hotel, and Auckland Zoo, which is 3.6 km away, are well worth a visit. The city centre of Auckland can be reached in 15 minutes on foot. The accommodation is close to bars and restaurants. Located 1.9 km from Domain Wintergardens, the 5-star Parkside Hotel & Apartments puts the city at your fingertips. There is Ymca bus stop only a few steps from this Auckland hotel.

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6.7
Good
608 Reviews

Empire Apartments

📍 21 Whitaker Place, Grafton

From 64$

Only 1.3 km from SkyTower, the affordable Empire Apartments Auckland hotel includes 74 rooms. This 3-star smoke-free aparthotel offers a car park on site.

The hotel puts you right in the centre of Auckland, around 10 minutes' drive from Auckland War Memorial Museum. Spark Arena is a mere 1.9 km from the accommodation, while Auckland airport is 25 km from it. Visit Wintergarden Fish Pond, 650 metres from this Auckland hotel, and feel complete harmony with the nature of New Zealand. Whitaker Place bus stop is located within a few blocks of Empire Apartments hotel.

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0.5
Good
379 Reviews

Columbia Apartments

📍 15 Whitaker Place, Grafton

From 35$

Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, Columbia Apartments Auckland hotel is approximately a 15-minute walk from Auckland Domain. You will find a convenience shop and a laundromat at this 3-star aparthotel.

The hotel is nestled just 650 metres from Wintergarden Fish Pond. Auckland War Memorial Museum is 2.3 km from the property in Auckland. This hotel is not far from SKYCITY Auckland. Columbia Apartments hotel is located 25 km from Auckland airport and within 10 minutes' walk of Whitaker Place bus stop.

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9
Excellent
1713 Reviews

Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland

📍 74-80 Wellesley Street

From 161$

Located 2 km from Spark Arena, Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland is 6 minutes' stroll from Odyssey Sensory Maze Theme Park. This 4-star hotel has views of the city and features Wi-Fi in public areas.

The hotel puts you right in the centre of Auckland, in proximity to New Zealand Maritime Museum. SkyTower is 400 metres from the property, and Auckland Zoo is 3.9 km away. This Auckland hotel is also just steps from International Convention Centre bus stop. Auckland airport is situated within a 26-minute drive of Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland.

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8.1
Very good
2782 Reviews

Auckland City Hotel - Hobson St

📍 157 Hobson Street

From 113$

Located 3.9 km from Auckland Zoo, the comfortable Auckland City Hotel - Hobson St features free Wi-Fi in public areas and private car parking on site. Staying at this 4-star heritage hotel, guests discover the touristic area in close proximity to the impossible-to-miss SkyTower.

The positioning of the business hotel in the very heart of Auckland ensures fast access to Aotea Public Square, which is a mere 5 minutes' walk away. Aotea Centre is about 200 metres from the smoke-free property, while Auckland airport is 30 km from it. This Auckland hotel is also a short way from Victoria Park. There is Auckland War Memorial Museum 2.2 km away, and Auckland - Central bus station is right near Auckland City Hotel - Hobson St.

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8.3
Very good
5261 Reviews

Vr Auckland City

📍 188 Hobson Street

From 88$

Offering air-conditioned rooms and free Wi-Fi in public areas, Vr Auckland City hotel is just 1.3 km from the midsized public Western Park and 12 minutes' walk from Albert Park. Featuring an art gallery, the hotel is located within a few blocks of Queen Street.

This 5-star hotel is centrally situated 25 minutes' stroll from Auckland Domain. The property is also just a few steps from Odyssey Sensory Maze Theme Park, and near a tube station. This Auckland hotel is also in the vicinity of Viaduct Harbour. Auckland - Central bus station is within a 200-metre distance of Vr Auckland City hotel.

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7.2
Good
3120 Reviews

Copthorne Hotel Auckland City

📍 150 Anzac Avenue

From 73$

Situated only 1.5 km from Auckland War Memorial Museum, the sophisticated 4-star Copthorne Hotel Auckland City offers private parking on site and Wi-Fi in public areas as well as spectacular views of the sea. The smoke-free hotel is located in a shopping area, in the vicinity of Albert Public Park.

The hotel has a central location in the centre of Auckland, a mere 5 minutes on foot from University Of Auckland. Devonport is 3.1 km from the Copthorne, and Auckland airport is 25 km away. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Reflection Pond, which is approximately a 5-minute ride away. Copthorne Hotel Auckland City is situated within reach of Mount Eden, and SkyCity Terminal bus station lies just 0.8 km away. This Auckland property is near a train station.

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