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SO/ Auckland

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Princes Wharf

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Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 49 per person)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Cnr. Customs East & Gore Street, Auckland, 1010
  • Place, University of Auckland
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Auckland Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Loft Suite, Club Signature Access, 1 King Bed

Loft Suite, Club Signature Access, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Collection)

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds (Collection)

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Atelier. Club Signature Access)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Atelier. Club Signature Access)

  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Collection)

Room, 1 King Bed (Collection)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 King Bed (Collection Accessible)

1 King Bed (Collection Accessible)

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Auckland

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Auckland Central Business District hotel, you'll find University of Auckland and Auckland Ferry Terminal. Princes Wharf and Spark Arena are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Auckland - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sky Tower - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Spark Arena - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Britomart Station - 2 min walk
  • The Strand Station - 15 min walk
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr Murdoch’s - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Daily Bread — Britomart - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Harbour Society - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Miaan Britomart - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪kingi - ‬1 min walk

About this property

SO/ Auckland

Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Princes Wharf
SO/ Auckland offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour health club. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 5 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 5382 square feet (500 square meters) and includes conference space. A sauna, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the luxury SO/ Auckland. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Auckland hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 130 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 5382 sq ft of conference space
  • 500 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2018
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
SO/ Auckland offers 130 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 49-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

This Auckland hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

So/ Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Covered valet parking on site (NZD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; NZD 49 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 12 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 100.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 49 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 195 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Covered valet parking fee: NZD 65 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 100.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 12 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

SO/ Auckland Hotel
SO/ Auckland Hotel
SO/ Auckland Auckland
SO/ Auckland Hotel Auckland

SO/ Auckland Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 283 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elliot

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was modern and clean. Rooftop bar awesome and great staff. Hotel staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely weekend away with our adult children. Fabulous location. Rooms beautiful and really enjoyed the rooftop bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Junior

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Clean, friendly staff, very boujee
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place in a great location! Staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, staff and club room. Can not fault a thing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly, the hotel is stylish, plus nice and peaceful. The amenities are great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

High quality at a great price

Easily the best experience we've had in a hotel. The ataff were amazing, our room was continually being cleaned and serviced, even twice a day (we came back one night to the bed remade and chocolates on the pillows). Outstanding quality of room, fascilities and extras in the bathroom. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Say

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brant

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice location in CBD

The hotel itself is very modern. While you may wait for your room go to the pool, sauna and hot tub or the gym downstairs. One odd thing, no house phone to call front desk anywhere on the level. Very nice room, bed was solid and location is good. Rooftop bar overlooking harbor on 16. One pro tip, go to dinner by 8, things close early in this neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily Jasmine Beixe

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cosy. Helpful and friendly staff. Love the stay, even if it's just for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alia

🔥
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 all around!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was disappointing for the price and reputation of the hotel. At night there was a lot of noise on our floor, which staff mentioned was due to flooding issues. There was wind-like gust in the hallway, and our door constantly rattled as if someone was knocking, making it hard to sleep. On top of that, the air-conditioning unit had a very bright blue LED light that stayed on all night, even when switched off, and we had to try covering it to block out the light. While the property is modern, clean, and in a good location with friendly staff, the overall experience was uncomfortable, hopefully I would have a better experience next time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maria, Malden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel downtown Auckland. Easy access to everything. Walking distance from main attractions. Great food and service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived we were warmly welcomed by the lobby staff (concierge and front desk). We were invited to dine for breakfast as our room was being prepared which was a wonderful experience as we had just flew in 17 hours from the US. This was such an unexpected surprise as usually hotel staff would ask you to come back during check in. Our stay was absolutely amazing. From the dining room staff at breakfast each morning to the housekeeping staff who warmly wished us good day each time we passed them. SO Auckland will be very much spoken about to everyone we know who wishes to visit New Zealand.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025