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61 Albert Street, Auckland, New Zealand

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“The hotel's location is perfect for exploring Auckland, with attractions just a short walk away!”view full review

The Shakespeare Hotel is a 3-star boutique hotel featuring unique rooms and an on-site brewery located in the heart of Auckland's CBD. Guests enjoy easy access to popular attractions and dining options within walking distance.

Rooms & Amenities

The Shakespeare Hotel offers boutique rooms with ensuite bathrooms, modern decor, and amenities such as free WiFi, mini fridges, and flat-screen TVs. Room types include double, queen, and triple options, each with unique features.

Dining & Brewery

Dining at The Shakespeare includes the historic Shakespeare Restaurant, renowned for its diverse menu featuring burgers, gourmet pizzas, and tender steaks. The on-site brewery, Shakespeare Brewery, provides handcrafted beers brewed on-site, enhancing the dining experience.

Events & Leisure

Perfect for hosting events, The Shakespeare Hotel features three unique spaces accommodating up to 70 persons seated or 120 standing. The classic main bar offers a relaxed atmosphere, making it suitable for both business and social functions.

Location & Transportation

The Shakespeare Hotel is a short walk from key attractions including Aotea Square, Sky Tower, and the vibrant waterfront. Nearby transport options include the Vulcan Lane bus stop, providing convenient access around the city.

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The Shakespeare Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

2 persons

100 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Queen Room

2 persons

120 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Triple Room

3 persons

155 sq. feet

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Heating

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Three-Bedroom Apartment

2 persons

540 sq. feet

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The Shakespeare Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Clean and Comfortable

“My room was a little run down, but the cleanliness and comfort truly made it a pleasant place to relax after a long day.” view full review

Really good Dining

“Dinner at the bar was a highlight of my stay; the service was excellent and the food surpassed my expectations.” view full review

Fun Pool Table

“I enjoyed a great evening playing on the free pool table in the pub, adding a fun and social aspect to my stay.” view full review

Helpful Parking

“The assistance with parking validation was greatly appreciated and made it easy for us to come and go without concern.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Off-site car park
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Billiard tables

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Children's menu
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Shakespeare Hotel Location

61 Albert Street, Auckland, New Zealand

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61 Albert Street, Auckland, New Zealand

City landmarks

Tower

SkyTower

2200 ft

Park

Auckland War Memorial Museum

1.5 mi

Gallery

Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki

2800 ft

Square

Aotea Square

2200 ft

Landmark

Viaduct Harbour

3600 ft

Museum

New Zealand Maritime Museum

3600 ft

Theatre

Aotea Centre

2200 ft

Park

Albert Park

2800 ft

Event hall

SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre

2200 ft

Public Building

Auckland Town Hall

2200 ft

Stadium

Spark Arena

1.1 mi

Landmark

Queen Street

1.1 mi

Square

Takutai Square

2600 ft

Harbour

Queens Wharf

2600 ft

Square

Vulcan Lane

2800 ft

Landmark

Britomart

2600 ft

Shopping Area

Victoria Park Market

5000 ft

Event hall

ANZ Viaduct Events Centre

2700 ft

Library

Central City Library

2800 ft

Square

Wynyard Quarter

3200 ft

Church

St. Paul's Church

3000 ft

Event hall

SKYCITY Auckland

2200 ft

Harbour

Princes Wharf

2300 ft

Bridge

Wynyard Crossing

2400 ft

Bridge

Auckland Harbour Bridge

1.5 mi

Nearby

Church

St Patrick's Cathedral

300 ft

Queen Street Aotea Square

Statue of Sir Dove-Myer Robinson

1200 ft

Church

St Matthew-in-the-City Church

1600 ft

Ferry Building 99 Quay Street

Ferry Building

1700 ft

Auckland CentralNew Zealand

Grey Lynn

1300 ft

Restaurants

Caffe Greco

200 ft

48 Wyndham Street

Spitting Feathers

400 ft

Level 1 16 Wyndham Street

Coffee Right

600 ft

83 Albert Street

Kingston Street Cafe

600 ft

16 Kingston Street

Golden Emperor

500 ft

12 Wyndham Street

Baa Baa Black Sheep

700 ft

26 Albert Street

Better Burger

900 ft

31 Galway Street Britomart

Ichiban Japanese Restaurant

700 ft

17 Albert Street

Kebab Time

800 ft

West Auckland 55 Victoria Street West

Little Owl Coffee

800 ft

25a Rutland Street

Getting around

City Centre

Auckland29 min · 1.5 mi

Airports

Auckland Airport (AKL)42 min · 17.2 mi

Great Barrier Island (GBZ)178 min · 73.6 mi

Train

Train Station - Britomart6 min · 1700 ft

Train Station - Grafton27 min · 1.4 mi

Bus

Bus stop2 min · 400 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-21:30

Check-out

from 05:00-10:00

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Shakespeare Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 119 verified reviews

5.9/10

Guest rating

43%

Recommend

Breakfast

7.5/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Comfort

6.5/10

Facilities

6.2/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.9/10

Location

8.8/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.4/10

Staff

7.6/10

Value for money

7.0/10

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