Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour Hotel
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Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour Hotel Review
Offering baggage storage and a restaurant, the 5-star Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour Hotel lies in Auckland Central Business District with mainstream fashion stores along Queen Street, and trendy boutiques and oyster bars in the heritage buildings of Britomart, 19 minutes' walk from Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, ideal for those who are pursuing cultural tourism. Providing guests with a heated pool and a treatment room, a hot tub, and an indoor pool, this Auckland hotel is located within close distance of the Catholic church "St Patrick's Cathedral".
The Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour serves buffet breakfast every morning from 14:00 to 16:00 in the restaurant. The champagne bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. Wynyard Pavilion is only 350 metres away and offers New Zealand cuisine.
Nestled in a central part of Auckland, the luxury Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour is scattered amidst bars and restaurants. Auckland Zoo is a 10-minute ride from the smoke-free property, while Auckland airport is 30 km from it.
The accommodation is situated only a short drive from Auckland War Memorial Museum, and SkyCity Terminal bus station lies nearly a 15-minute stroll away.
The property welcomes you to one of the 84 smoke-free rooms comprising a balcony and a dining area, and overlooking the sea. A walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with a hair dryer and bath sheets, are featured. The majority of the rooms overlook Waitemata Harbour.
A boat dock is also located near Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour Hotel.
The hotel includes a fitness club, a wellness centre to ensure guests maximum relaxation. Car hire are available at the property and the area is popular for canoeing, hiking, and cycling. The Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour also provides a business centre for those arriving on business.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Brand-new hotel in a peaceful and decent setting.
- Located directly in the Auckland Central Business district and just a walking distance from Wynyard Quarter.
- Nestled in a shopping area surrounded by a park and a forest.
- Brand-new rooms, all with a Juliet balcony and a comfortable bed.
- Some units with nice decor.
- Delicious breakfast with stunning views.
- Restaurant that offers light local cuisine.
- Nice restaurant and bar serving great cocktails and champagnes.
- An excellent champagne bar serves strong drinks together with snacks.
- Excellent service; amenities are good.
- Rates are good.
- A few bathrooms are quite small and in need of renovation.
- Past guests mentioned Wi-Fi was bad.
Key Features
- indoor swimming pool
- private parking
- free wifi
- non-smoking rooms
- spa and wellness centre
- fitness centre
- 24-hour front desk
- tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- bar
- very good breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus Electric kettle
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Relax
- Indoor swimming pool
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Fitness centre
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Fishing
Activities for Kids
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Victoria Park Market 620 m (2034 ft)
- SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre 970 m (3182 ft)
- SkyTower 830 m (2723 ft)
- Albert Park 1.44 km (4724 ft)
- Queen Street 1.95 km (1.21 mi.)
- Aotea Square 1.27 km (4167 ft)
- St Patrick's Cathedral 700 m (2297 ft)
- Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki 1.51 km (4954 ft)