The Shakespeare Hotel, Auckland
About the Hotel
Rooms in Central Auckland
The Shakespeare Hotel, located in Auckland Central Business District, features mainstream fashion stores along Queen Street, and trendy boutiques and oyster bars in the heritage buildings of Britomart. The Shakespeare offers boutique hotel rooms, each with its own ensuite. Available room types include Double, Queen, and Triple rooms, with triple rooms featuring one double bed and one single bed. Each room is decorated in light modern colors and includes free WiFi, television, a mini-refrigerator, telephone, and coffee/tea facilities. An iron and ironing board are available. All rooms are non-smoking and have ensuite bathrooms with an alarm/clock radio.
Dining at The Shakespeare
The Shakespeare has an on-site restaurant, Shakespeare Terrace, which features a bar/lounge and is open 7 days a week. Located on the 1st floor, the historic Shakespeare Restaurant boasts a beautiful balcony and heritage brick walls. The menu includes handmade Shakespeare pizzas, gourmet burgers, fresh salads, and steaks. Classic dishes such as tender lamb shank, BBQ spareribs, and surf and turf are available. The Shakespeare main bar is located on the ground floor and has a classic 'old pub' feel.
Brewery and Craft Beer
The Shakespeare Brewery is New Zealand's first brew pub, located in a historic hotel building in Auckland's CBD. The Brewery is capable of producing hundreds of thousands of liters of craft beer per year using only the finest Malt, yeast, and hops. A variety of beers are available, including The Lover Blonde Ale, The Shakespeare Munich Lager, The Gentleman Stout, and The Doppelganger Hefeweizen. Guests can brew their own beer by designing a recipe and having it kegged.
Location and Nearby Attractions
The Shakespeare Hotel & Brewery is situated on the corner of Wyndham and Albert Street in the heart of Auckland's CBD. The hotel is a few minutes' walk from the Viaduct and Wynyard quarter areas, Sky Tower, high street shopping, Britomart center, and waterfront. Nearby landmarks include SkyTower (0.5 km), Spark Arena (2 km), Auckland Town Hall (0.5 km), Albert Park (1 km), and Queens Wharf (0.5 km).
Services and Features
The Shakespeare caters to events of any size, up to 70 persons sitting or 120 persons standing. The hotel has three unique spaces for hire, suitable for corporate events, birthdays, and weddings. The Shakespeare can host artists or trade delegations. Safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 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
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- 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