Albion of Auckland

Hotels
Independent
6.6 (105 reviews)
119 Hobson Street, Auckland, 1010 , Auckland , NZ

Facilities

Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wheelchair accessible
ATM/banking
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Smoke-free property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendliness of the staff
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Room condition
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
5.43
The room was described as shabby with issues such as a cracked window and lack of sufficient tea/coffee supplies.
Service
8.4
Owner and staff were friendly and provided good service, especially noted during check-in.
Location
8.94
Central location in Auckland, convenient for access.
Room Quality
5.39
Room considered shabby and not welcoming, with limited amenities.
Amenities
5.42
Minimal amenities available; only snacks and limited refreshments.
Value for Money
6.88
Cheapest accommodation in the area, but perceived as low quality for even that price.
Food and Beverage
5.43
No meals available; only snacks upon request.
Overall Experience
6.9
Mixed feelings about the experience, with significant downsides in room quality but positives in service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 05:33

Property Description

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Albion of Auckland, your home away from home in the heart of the city.

Modern Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet throughout the hotel. Enjoy leisure time in our arcade/game room or unwind in the cozy common area equipped with a television.

Culinary Delight
Savor delicious meals at our on-site restaurant and indulge in a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge, perfect for winding down after an exciting day of exploring.

Exceptional Service
Our attentive 24-hour front desk ensures your needs are met, while amenities like luggage storage and safe deposit boxes keep your belongings secure and your travels seamless.

With a prime location just steps from iconic attractions like Sky Tower and The Civic Theater, your unforgettable Auckland adventure awaits. Book your stay today!

Important information:

  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: AKL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

6.6
Based on 105 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.43
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.94
Room Quality: 5.39
Amenities: 5.42
Value for Money: 6.88
Food and Beverage: 5.43
Overall Experience: 6.9
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Sukhpreet friends
10
Pros:

Had a great stay was only for 1 night while staying in town, owner was very friendly and provided exceptional service!

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
C
Carolyn partner
6
Pros:

It's a very old hotel needing TLC! The bar person was a pleasant guy who ushered us to a booking clerk (?) at the other end of bar who btw showed no interest in us waiting to be checked in. The bar person looked awkward and unsure whether to help us or not.
The room was a standard 2 single bed room that we had no intention of staying in other than to sleep. I'd say its a pretty shabby cupboard type room with 1 cup for 1 guest, no cutlery and no selection of condiments i.e. no coffee sachets, 2 tea-bag sachets and a lot of sugar. A crack in the only window by the bed. Not good! Cheapest accommodation in a handy location for the night but boy oh boy, its not a pretty, welcoming place. No meals, only snacks upon request. Its been a few years since we stayed there and well, compared to many hotels in the area where we have stayed, this one is no longer any good! (No elevator - god help anyone staying on the 2nd or 3rd floor with heavy luggage. Apparently, the hotel has recently had renovations? Hmm! NO parking available on site! I will not recommend this hotel.

2025-08-20 via Nuitee
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Rosemary
10
Pros:

Older place right in the middle of Auckland, but honestly, one of the most comfortable beds I’ve slept in (and I do an heck of a lot of travelling) plus the shower was outstanding - hot and high pressure.
Sure it’s noisy, given it sits on 2 main roads and there’s a bar/gaming area right below, but actually it was very tolerable.
The service from the front desk (front bar?) was great, friendly guy and happy to help.
It’s an older place so if you overlook the tired walls and lack of convenient wall plugs, it’s great. Would happily stay again.

2025-07-30 via Nuitee
D
Dexter partner
10
Pros:

Super sun stay!

2025-06-22 via Nuitee
C
Cherice
10
Pros:

Hard to understand the codes when coming in late. Just clearer or bigger codes on the keys 😉

2025-05-20 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
2
Don't stay here!
Pros:

I know it's cheap, but don't stay here. It's sooo dirty (there was mold behind our bed) and the shower wasn't even cleaned. We checked-in and checked-out within 30 minutes because we couldn't take it. We asked for a refund for our ONE night and they declined us.

2025-04-04 via Nuitee
M
Miche
6
Windows
Pros:

Missed having windows. Good value and location. Excellent staff

2025-03-30 via Nuitee
N
Neville
8
Pros:

Fantastic location. The room we were in had gaps in the shower screen causing the floor to be sarurated.

2025-03-17 via Nuitee
A
Alexandra
4
Pros:

The staff were friendly but it was not clear on arriving that you had to check in at the bar in the pub below. After check in I was shown where to go to the bottom of the stairs and a woman followed me up the stairs and asked me for money. The room was clean but really tatty. Can’t fault the location.

2025-03-09 via Nuitee
J
Jeffrey family
6
Pros:

Very good location and good value for money.
A very cheap plastic strip would have stopped the shower flooding the floor.
Not a single hook in the place,

2025-02-13 via Nuitee
S
Sharon
10
Pros:

Great location. Hotel reception is only open specific hours. We were able to store our luggage there. There is no elevator. Luckily there was someone who carried our luggage upstairs.

2025-01-18 via Nuitee
C
Cara
6
Pros:

I’ve never been scared to the many hotels I hopped into so far. Yet the moment I entered my standard room here, I felt scared. Maybe because there’s no wall and the room looked very old, the wardrobe, tables and the paint on the wall’s needs to be repainted. Not sure if this is the remnant of the covid outbreak though. it took a long time for me
to adjust to the place’s feel of safety. The water heating works fine and so with the fridge.
I asked the staff if I could changed into a room with a window but he told me the one I’m in will be a quiet room suitable for me to have uninterrupted sleep as I am just staying for the night. I heeded his advise and took the room in. Eventually after 5-6 hours I felt safe and therefore was able to shower, rest & sleep. Overall, average. But I think, if it will be repainted/renovated for windows, it will be excellent!

2024-11-22 via Nuitee
J
Julia
6
Pros:

Though the overall property and condition of the hotel could be improved, the staff were very friendly and ready to assist at all times.

2024-11-18 via Nuitee
L
Leon partner
8
Pros:

Very hospitable Host

2024-04-26 via Nuitee
L
Lacelle
10
Pros:

the staff was great

2024-04-21 via Nuitee
C
Craig
8
Pros:

Very central to everything in Aucland CBD

2024-03-11 via Nuitee
J
Julie friends
10
Pros:

Handy location, very friendly staff, great to have a game of pool at the end of the night as well.

2024-03-10 via Nuitee
H
Harminder
6
Pros:

Property wasn’t in best state but staff were friendly & helpful.

2024-01-26 via Nuitee
F
Frankie partner
6
Pros:

central to everything

2024-01-25 via Nuitee
E
Erika
2
Don’t stay here
Pros:

Dirty and stinky. We had to air out the room for hours. It looked like it had not been rented for a while and the surfaces were dusty. The sheets seemed clean but the bathroom floor was dirty as well as the toilet and there was soap all over the shower area. The facilities are old and falling apart. The doors and walls are thin and we couldn’t sleep because we heard the other guests arguing, coming and going in the middle of the night, and other things… for the price a disappointment. Checkout time is 10 which is fairly early, especially if you don’t get a good night’s sleep. The hotel is basically a sports bar. Don’t stay here! For the price, you can find something better.

2024-01-20 via Nuitee