SO/ Auckland

Hotels
SO/
8.9 (1238 reviews)
67 Customs Street East , Auckland , nz

Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Nightclub
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Good amenities
Nice food options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Service delays
Room layout concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.11
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, including hair in facilities.
Service
9.08
Service was generally good, though some specific complaints about responsiveness were noted.
Location
9.62
Excellent location consistently noted across reviews.
Room Quality
8.57
Rooms generally well appointed, some layout issues were reported.
Amenities
9.1
Good variety of amenities mentioned, though some comments suggested areas for improvement.
Value for Money
8.56
Good value mentioned, but some discrepancy between price and service level noted.
Food and Beverage
9.11
Food quality praised, good breakfast and room service.
Overall Experience
9.08
Good experience highlighted, with some noted frustrations affecting overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 07:00

Property Description

Luxurious Urban Hotel in Downtown Britomart

Avant-Garde Design: Immerse yourself in the essence of the destination with avant-garde design blending seamlessly with the hotel's soul.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in reimagined Asian-inspired dishes at Harbour Society, artisan coffee at Javalab Café, and cocktails at the MIXO lobby bar or HI-SO rooftop bar.

Vibrant Wellness Centre: Rebalance and rejuvenate at the vibrant wellness centre, where experts specialize in de-stressing and relaxation, leaving you feeling empowered.

Book your stay at SO/Auckland, where luxury meets innovation and local charm meets global sophistication.

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: AKL

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for NZD 100 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs NZD 65 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1238 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.11
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.62
Room Quality: 8.57
Amenities: 9.1
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 9.11
Overall Experience: 9.08
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Russell couple nz
8
A fantastic location and a very well presented hotel.
Pros:

Everything you need is within walking distance of the hotel including transportation, food, bars and shopping. The hotel was very tidy, had great facilities and catered to all our needs.

Cons:

The room decor was a little cold and lighting within the room needed to be brighter, especially around the bathroom. Downstairs bar could also have some more comfortable chairs.

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Kim couple nz
8
Cons:

We checked in at 530pm to have a drink and meet friends at the rooftop bar to be told it was closed for a wedding. You should know this when you book as it’s what sold us to stay there this bar. Very disappointed.

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Julie couple nz
8
Exceeded expectations
Pros:

Contemporary

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Jennifer solo_traveller us
10
Hope to stay again in the future! Beautiful hotel and great amenities!
Pros:

The hotel is a bit high tech, even cooler than I expected. The rooms are stunning and loved the in room soaking tub. Staff was very courteous and helpful.

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Olga family_with_children au
5
great location everything else mediocare
Pros:

location was fantastic

Cons:

-this hotel has the most impractical design. The rooms have an open bathroom, where there is a single sliding glass door shared between the toilet and the shower. That means whoever you stay with will hear all the noises coming from the bathroom, same for the shower - the water spills everywhere.
-the design is very polarizing looks like a nightclub, which is quite tiring especially in early morning when you walk through a black-walled narrow corridor with mirrors and LED lights.
- the swimming pool is tiny, its IMPOSSIBLE to find the changing rooms (which are hidden in the toilets within the gym), whilst we were there a maintenance guy was cleaning the pool with no top on and wearing jeans.... his socks and sneakers were left in the middle of the floor. It was quite disgusting.
- breakfast is the most frustrating. no variety every day the same thing, coffees take forever, eggs your way take forever.... bowls of yoghurts but no small bowls to actually put that yoghurt in... overall bizarre.
- expensive parking

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Ryan solo_traveller au
10
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Kayleigh couple nz
9
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Lorraine couple au
9
Highly recommend
Pros:

Decor, facilities, staff, services & location

Cons:

Nil

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Helen couple nz
8
Fantastic location!
Pros:

We loved the location & the size of the rooms.

Cons:

It feels a little stuck in the 90’s with the decor.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Nicola extended_group gb
10
Beautiful hotel with lovely staff
Pros:

This was our second visit to this hotel which is so comfortable, luxurious and ideally placed. I wouldn't go anywhere else in Auckland.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Mikaël couple pf
10
Moderne, comfortable et agréable
Pros:

L’ambiance, la deco, la modernité

Cons:

L’appareil audio dans la chambre

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Richard couple nz
5
Good hotel but had some thing missing compared to other hotels in the crypt
Pros:

It room was clean and spacious and club room value for money

Cons:

It was Easter but no sign of the holiday season,got different answers on our question by reception and missing the ambience most the hotels have in the city

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Divneeta couple nz
10
Was a beautiful little staycation to start afresh.
Pros:

Great vibes. Centrally located, wonderful facilities.

Cons:

The breakfast options are a bit limited. Could add more variety

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Giuseppina solo_traveller au
8
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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hsiao Tzu couple au
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
C
Chelsea couple nz
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Karinne family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Jeune was the most amazing and outstanding employee not just of the hotel but in all my travels, and I travel a lot. Our stay would not have been amazing without her. Because of her I put this hotel from 10/10 to 12/10. We had a small issue but she worked so hard to help us, we are so grateful.

The hotel exceeded my expectations by far, this place is a dream land from the rooms being artfully decorated and clean to every single stuff member who showed us genuine kindness.

To anyone on the fence about spending a little extra for a hotel, just do it, you will not be disappointed at all. I don't think this hotel gets enough credit for their remarkable and memorable experience 🤙🏽♥️ Mahalos from Hawaii!

Cons:

That I had to leave 😭

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Katie couple gb
10
Lovely hote with great rooms, breakfast and gym/spa failures
Pros:

The hotel rooms! Lovely barn and the breakfast was great! Plus the gym!

Cons:

Alll good

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Kitana family_with_children au
9
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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lucan tolua family_with_children nz
8
2026-04-07 via Nuitee