Luxury hotel with harbor views, French flair, and spa
21 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand Get directions
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"A longstanding luxury French-brand hotel situated between the Viaduct and Wynyard Quarter, known for elegant interiors, a fine-dining restaurant, an impressive spa and wellness center, and a reputation for hosting celebrities and diplomats." - Amy Louise Bailey Amy Louise Bailey Amy Louise Bailey is a content creator and media specialist. Her work has been published in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, Condé Nast Traveler, Bloomberg Pursuits, and Robb Report. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Previously, the only other five-star option was The Sofitel down the street." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"Leading luxury hotel with a distinctly French flair and a chic, contemporary design." - Amy Louise Bailey Amy Louise Bailey Amy Louise Bailey is a content creator and media specialist. Her work has been published in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, Condé Nast Traveler, Bloomberg Pursuits, and Robb Report. Travel
"Rising before one of the world’s most famous sailing sites—the host of the Louis Vuitton Regattas, the Volvo Round the World Race, and theAuckland International Boat Show—the Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour blends French and South Pacific influences while respecting the maritime heritage of the area. Glass walls maximize views of the marina and its many yachts as well as the reflective pools that create optical illusions in the hotel lobby. The color palette sets cherry and dark woods, jade greens, and slate grays against cream and white backdrops, while artwork—from ceremonial pieces to a Maori tribal sculpture in the atrium—pays homage to indigenous New Zealanders. Some of the treatments at the SO Spa, like the greenstone massage, also reflect local culture, while others use French products in a nod to the hotel brand’s heritage. References to Auckland’s volcanic origins also abound, most notably in the back-lit marble walls of the Lava Dining restaurant, an all-day spot for French- and New Zealand-accented dishes; the casual 21 Viaduct Café and panoramic Sabrage Bar are other dining options. And then there are the rooms: from the Superiors and Junior Suites to the exclusive Opera Suite, all have contemporary décor, signature MyBed mattresses, marble baths with Lanvin products and separate showers and tubs, and walls of windows opening out onto a Juliet balcony with views of either the hotel’s atrium, or the city, harbor, and beyond."
"Located on Waitemata Harbour and inspired by the area’s maritime history, this architectural landmark blends contemporary Māori and Pacific art with waterfront style; it features three distinctive eateries—Lava, Sabrage Bar, and 21 Viaduct Café—where guests can enjoy Champagne or a traditional afternoon tea before exploring nearby wine country, local markets, or taking a day trip to Waiheke Island, known for Chardonnay, Syrah, and Cabernet blends." - AFAR
