A comfortable and reliable hotel in a convenient central location, the Scenic Hotel Auckland offers good-value rooms with modern amenities. The hotel's Metropolitan bar and brasserie is popular with both guests and local business travellers.
Scenic Hotel Auckland stands mid-block on Queen Street, Auckland's main commercial artery, in the southern section of the CBD close to the intersection with Wellesley Street and the Auckland Town Hall. The property is part of the New Zealand-owned Scenic Hotel Group, the country's largest domestically owned hotel company, and delivers a reliable mid-market international standard with a distinct New Zealand hospitality character. The hotel's position on Queen Street gives it genuine urban centrality: the Sky Tower is three blocks north, the Aotea Square civic precinct is directly opposite, the Auckland Art Gallery is two blocks east, and Queen Street's retail strip extends in both directions.
Room types include standard queens and doubles, superior categories, and limited suite options on upper floors. All rooms feature flat-screen televisions, air conditioning, and modern en suite bathrooms. Superior rooms on higher floors have improved views across the urban roofscape toward the Waitemata Harbour. The hotel's Metropolitan Bar and Brasserie operates on the ground floor and has established a reputation among city workers as a reliable after-work venue — the bar draws a steady local crowd on weekday evenings, giving it a more animated character than a purely hotel-facing bar. Breakfast is served daily and can be added to the room rate.
A fitness centre, 24-hour reception, and a staffed tour desk are available. The property suits the mid-market business traveller who wants a dependable CBD hotel without the premium of the Viaduct or Sky City-adjacent properties. For leisure guests, the Aotea Square location places the hotel within two blocks of the Auckland Town Hall Concert Chamber, while the Auckland War Memorial Museum is a 20-minute walk through the Albert Park domain. The Queen Street frontage means taxis, rideshares, and buses are immediately available at the door.
Amenities
- restaurant
- bar
- gym
- wifi
- tour desk
- 24hr reception
Location
385 Queen Street, Auckland CBD 1010
-36.8536, 174.7670 View on map
Highlights
- Queen Street address in the civic heart of the CBD — Sky Tower three blocks north, Auckland Art Gallery two blocks east
- Metropolitan Bar and Brasserie with a genuine local after-work crowd — more animated than a typical hotel bar
- New Zealand-owned Scenic Hotel Group delivering local hospitality character
- Aotea Square civic precinct directly opposite for concerts, markets, and public events
- Superior rooms on upper floors with partial harbour views across the Auckland roofscape
Tips for visiting
- Book a superior room on an upper floor for harbour glimpses — standard rooms on lower floors face the Queen Street streetscape
- The Metropolitan Bar is worth timing your arrival around for the early-evening crowd; it is livelier and more local than typical hotel venues
- Queen Street has a free inner-city bus loop that stops nearby and provides free travel within the CBD core — use it rather than taxis for short hops
- The Aotea Centre directly opposite hosts major touring shows and concerts; check the programme before arrival if you want to attend
- Ask the tour desk about combination tickets for the Auckland Museum and guided harbour cruises departing from the waterfront
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Frequently asked questions
Is the hotel close to the Sky Tower?
Yes — the Sky Tower is approximately three blocks (around 400 metres) north along Queen Street, a 5-minute walk.
Does the hotel have on-site parking?
On-site parking is limited. The hotel can direct guests to the nearest public car park on nearby streets. CBD parking rates apply.
What does the Metropolitan Bar and Brasserie serve?
The brasserie serves contemporary New Zealand cuisine for breakfast and dinner. The bar operates through the afternoon and evening with local wines, craft beers, and cocktails.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is not typically included in standard room rates but can be added as a package. The brasserie serves a full cooked breakfast daily from early morning.
Is the hotel suitable for business travellers?
Yes — the CBD location, 24-hour reception, fitness centre, and meeting room access make the Scenic Hotel Auckland well suited for business guests. The Metropolitan Bar is a practical venue for informal client meetings.