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Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Queen Street Shopping District

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Free daily continental breakfast
Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
View from room
Exterior
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

Explore the area

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Corner Wyndham & Albert Streets, Auckland
  • Place, Sky Tower
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, SkyCity Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Auckland Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (with Free Breakfast)

Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (with Free Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View (with Free Breakfast)

Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View (with Free Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (with Free Breakfast)

Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (with Free Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(98 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View (with Free Breakfast)

Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View (with Free Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Super King, with Free Breakfast)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Super King, with Free Breakfast)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Super King, with Free Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Harbour View (with Free Breakfast)

Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Harbour View (with Free Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (with Free Breakfast)

Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (with Free Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (with Free Breakfast)

Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (with Free Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Breakfast)

Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room (with Free Breakfast)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (Upgraded with Free Breakfast)

Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room (Upgraded with Free Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Auckland

Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG places you in the centre of Auckland, steps from Queen Street Shopping District and within a short 5-minute stroll of Sky Tower. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Mozzarella & Co., serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bar Albert is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Auckland Central Business District hotel include SkyCity Casino and Princes Wharf.

What's nearby

  • Queen Street Shopping District - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sky Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SkyCity Casino - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Britomart Station - 8 min walk
  • Gaunt Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rydges Auckland - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kushi Japanese Kitchen & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Shakespeare Brewery & Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Culprit - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪1947 Eatery - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Queen Street Shopping District
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 3 meeting rooms available. Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG also features a fitness centre, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Auckland hotel.

  • 294 guestrooms or units
  • 19 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG offers 294 accommodations with minibars and a safe. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (NZD 59 per night); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Albert
  • Mozzarella & Co.
  • The Great Room

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 19 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.9 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 59 per night (164 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.9 per cent

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Express Auckland City By Ihg
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG Auckland
Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG Hotel Auckland

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG?

As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG on 26 Oct 2025 start from NZ$170.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG is Takapuna Beach (6.6 km).

Does Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, guests highly rate the free continental breakfast here! Available weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Italian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 599 out of 953 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 953 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 953 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 953 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 953 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
X
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another excellent stay at Holiday Inn Express Auckland City. This is a really convenient place to stay at a great price - right in the heart of the city and with car parking literally next door. Buffet breakfast is a bonus too. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Anil

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

Comfy stay

Very nice. Easy in, easy out. Staff in the front desk very friendly. Breakfast good and hotel centrally located.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alipate

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alipate

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, convenient location, friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

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

Great stay!

The hotel was very accommodating and the staff was incredibly friendly. We enjoyed the delicious complementary breakfast, the weight room and laundry facilities, the comfortable and clean rooms, and the helpful advice for local attractions from staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the free breakfast, shopping, so many different food to eat, close to the movies
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

FORTUNATE

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, location good-however on a hill so you have to be fit. Yanti at the front desk was lovely and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, fab room, yummy breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, good location. Staff were friendly and helpful. Buffet breakfast was included in our stay which was great. Good view of sky tower from our room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We liked how close to city and theatre we were. Nice rooms and bathrooms and would use again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raktim, Etobicoke

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very courteous staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Saba Syed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. My only complaint is that at breakfast, the only meat options they have are pork and that usually makes me ill. Other hotels usually have options like turkey, chicken, beef, or plant based meat at breakfast.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

romani, maroubra

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 28 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All in all very good. One suggestion is to tweak the breakfast menu to add veggie and green options as well
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a very handy location 10 metres from Queen Street. Transport handy…supermarkets nearby. Wonderful staff at hotel. Great breakfast. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the CBD. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay for a few nights, good size room and bathroom etc. One thing they could change is add a mattress topper on the bed as it was pretty hard and uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeshmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025