Grand Millennium Auckland: 500 m to Sky Tower

Name: Grand Millennium Auckland
Address: 71 Mayoral Drive, Cnr Vincent Street Auckland City Center, Auckland, 新西兰

Grand Millennium Auckland: 500 m to Sky Tower

At a glance: 5-star · Since 1987 · Renovated 2016 · 452 rooms

Near: Unleashed by Wētā Workshop · 5 min walk

Guests love: Location · Atmosphere

Grand Millennium Auckland sits in the city centre, with the best of the city’s dining, shopping and entertainment just outside the door. Business travellers and holidaymakers alike find themselves in the middle of cosmopolitan Auckland, close to Sky City Coach Terminal, with the Sky Tower a six-minute walk away, the Auckland Art Gallery seven minutes on foot, Albert Park nine and Victoria Park eleven. The hotel’s 452 rooms and suites pair smart design with chic decor, floor to ceiling windows that let in natural light, and modern amenities. Guests can eat well at Ember or Katsura Japanese Restaurant, sip a cocktail at The Aviary lobby bar, or take a swim in the heated indoor pool. Valet and self-parking are available, an electric vehicle charger sits on level five of the carpark, and every guest gets unlimited wifi for each 24-hour period. The hotel is entirely smokefree.

A business centre, business services and conference facilities cover work needs, with 16 modern function rooms and a dedicated event management team to make sure events run smoothly.

Auckland Airport is a 30 to 45 minute taxi ride away, public transport is easy to reach, and an on-site taxi rank helps guests get moving quickly. Undercover parking is there for those staying at the hotel.

Between 18 August and 31 August 2025, Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia will carry out essential planned maintenance, so the bar, restaurant and swimming pool will be closed. The hotel stays open during that period, and reception staff can point guests to alternative places to eat within walking distance.

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Check-in15:00
Check-out11:00
Front desk24 hr
Breakfast
Non-smoking rooms
Voltage240V
Extra bedsUp to 1
Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Spanish
Sky City Coach Terminal
ATM

Deposit: No deposit required by the property.
Check-in requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Children: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Amenities

Property amenities

Bar
Cafe
Lobby bar
Restaurant
Room service
Beauty and makeup
Sauna
Spa
Swimming pool
Children's meals available
Wi-Fi in public areas
Elevator

Room types

Double rooms
Twin rooms
King rooms
Single rooms
Family rooms
Suites
City view
Rooms with a view

Guest reviews

4.3Very good(3,527)

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Reviews from

Jono

3/5

Google· 4 weeks ago

Granted we stayed in the bottom tier room type, but for the money you spend there is much better value elsewhere - motels being a good example. While the bed was comfortable, the shower nice and the breakfast decent for a buffet, it’s all just a bit meh. The lighting in the room was atrocious with very little lighting in the main room - sucks if you need to look in your suitcase or anything when it’s dark. The remaining in room facilities are all just a bit underwhelming. There is no coffee plunger, just 3 caffeinated and 3 decaf sachets of instant coffee which isn’t very “grand”, or enough for two people. The air conditioning is another issue. The decision on whether it is set to heating or cooling is out of your hands and with no opening windows it meant a frustratingly hot night sleep. Breakfast buffet is fine, the typical lack of staff meaning lots of dirty tables and things taking ages to be replenished. I’m sure the hotel will claim short staffing but let’s be honest - it’s low staffing by design. Included parking was not actioned on our account despite the check in agent assuring it was, leading to a frustrating issue where we couldn’t get out. Speaking of check in, why is it so goddamned slow?! The whole process is best described as glacial - I’ve never encountered a check in so slow! And who knows, maybe the higher tier rooms have more in the way of amenities, but for what we had, it just want it.

Trip.com Member

4.7/5

Trip.com· 5 months ago

Great stay again at Grand Millennium Auckland. Arrived late and was so good they have valet parking and electric charging made check in so smooth. Sat in the bar and had lovely drinks an food. Such a nice visit definitely be back again

D M

5/5

Google· a week ago

Wow! The service is exceptional. We came in from a pretty long day of flights and navigating the airport. Arrived to the Hotel and were very well taken care of. This will definitely be a place I'll happily return to. Their rooms are very clean and the facilities are fantastic

Response from the property

Dear D M, Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear you felt so well looked after after a long journey and that our team helped make your arrival a comfortable one. It's also great to know you enjoyed the clean rooms and fantastic facilities. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Warm regards, Team Grand Millennium Auckland

Hungryhippolol

5/5

Tripadvisor· 2 months ago

Fantastic value for money! Great hotel, great location, great views from the 11th floor. Club Room was well worth the extra money. Club offers free parking and a stunning breakfast and not least the best cocktails in town with canapés all complimentary as part of the Club package. Only tiny complaint would be that we booked a room for 3 adults but there was only two of everything. Still a 5 start rating though as this was quickly remedied once notified.

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张树瀚

1/5

Google· 2 weeks ago

This hotel feels nothing like a five-star establishment. To begin with, upon my arrival, there was no one on duty at the entrance/concierge desk; without a room key, I couldn't even get inside and had to stand there waiting until someone else happened to exit the building, allowing me to enter. Furthermore, the valet parking service—which was explicitly listed when I made my booking—was not actually available. Most importantly, it took an hour for two glasses of apple juice I ordered to be delivered. It was a truly poor stay, and I will certainly not be returning.

Sierra Crisp

5/5

Google· 2 weeks ago

Came up for Avenged Sevenfold and stayed here. What an incredible stay, staff are always polite and helpful, food is incredible (there's even a self serve pancake machine!!) Beds were an absolute dream to sleep on. Parking was quick and efficient with valet. Only thing I would suggest is taking own water as it's $7 a bottle and no sink other than bathroom. And some music channels on tv would be nice, MTV music was sky sport.

Jodiew W

5/5

Google· a week ago

A lovely hotel, super clean. The club lounge is a highlight. The staff were friendly and attentive. Make the most of dining in club lounge to save $$$ breakfast at lounge and ember were lovely but the ember buffet is excellent 😋

Response from the property

Dear Jodiew, Thank you for your wonderful review and 5-star rating. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay, especially the Club Lounge experience, and that our team made you feel well looked after throughout your visit. It's also great to know you enjoyed both the lounge offerings and Ember's breakfast buffet. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Warm regards, Team Grand Millennium Auckland

Shazmeen Ali

3/5

Google· 2 months ago

As someone who is a fan of the grand millennium hotels, I was looking forward to the stay in Auckland. Bed was comfortable, shower was amazing, hot water was peak. Breakfast was great and had variety. Staff service was great too. However, upon checking in they couldn’t find my booking and then realised someone had checked me in before, which didn’t make sense. Staff gave us 10% off drinks which was nice. The automatic lock on our door stopped working multiple times even though the card worked. Turns out the battery needed to be changed twice on two separate days. Again staff were helpful and kind. One big thing was, in the room description it says heated flooring and heater, it was the middle of winter in NZ and our room did not have heated floors nor did the heater work properly, it was slightly warm at best. We were freezing most of the nights. Free parking was great and overall we had a good stay. Does it compare to the stay in Malaysia? No. But the staff and the amenities made up for the lack of everything else. View of the sky tower was good too. Please fix the heating in the rooms would be my one recommendation.

Where can I eat near Grand Millennium Auckland?

You can start with the hotel's own dining: Ember Restaurant serves New Zealand and international dishes, Katsura Japanese Cuisine offers sushi and seafood, Estelle's is a Mediterranean wine and cocktail bar, and The Aviary is a lobby bar and café. For a unique experience, Dans le Noir ? is also on site. Just steps away, Queen Street has plenty of cafés and eateries, and Aotea Square is a short walk. The hotel is also near the Civic Theatre and Auckland Town Hall, so you'll find dining options around the Arts District.

What is the area around Grand Millennium Auckland like?

The hotel sits in central Auckland, right by Aotea Square and the Civic Theatre, with Queen Street a short stroll away. You are within easy walking distance of the Sky Tower, Auckland Art Gallery, and Albert Park, so the city's main sights are on your doorstep. The area is lively with shops, cafes, and entertainment venues, and the hotel's own restaurants and bars add to the local dining scene. For a change of pace, Victoria Park is an 11-minute walk, and Silo Park is 18 minutes away. Further afield, Auckland Domain is a 19-minute walk, while Auckland Zoo is about 3.9 km from the hotel.

How do I get to Grand Millennium Auckland from the airport or main train station?

From Auckland Airport, a taxi or ride-hailing trip takes about 21 minutes for the 20.1 km drive. A direct bus from the airport to Auckland Central runs twice daily and takes roughly 30 minutes. If you prefer the train, take the bus to Puhinui Station, then the train to Te Waihorotiu Station, about 5 minutes' walk from the hotel. From Britomart Station, the main train hub, it's an 18-minute walk. The hotel is also near Sky City Coach Terminal, a handy stop for intercity coaches.

What's there to do near Grand Millennium Auckland in the evening?

In the evening, you can walk to Sky Tower in 6 minutes for city views, or head to Auckland Art Gallery in 7 minutes if it has evening events. Albert Park is a 9-minute stroll for a relaxed end to the day. The hotel's own Estelle's bar and The Aviary lobby bar are right there for drinks, and Ember Restaurant offers dinner. For a longer outing, Silo Park is an 18-minute walk away, often hosting evening activities. You could also join the Auckland Sunset Harbour Cruise, a popular city tour.

Is Grand Millennium Auckland a good base for exploring Auckland?

Yes, Grand Millennium Auckland is a great base for exploring the city. You can walk to Unleashed by Wētā Workshop in 5 minutes, Sky Tower in 6, and Auckland Art Gallery in 7. Albert Park is a 9-minute walk, Victoria Park 11, and Silo Park 18. Auckland Domain is a 19-minute stroll, while Auckland Zoo is 3.9 km away, so plan a taxi or ride for that. Queen Street is right nearby for shopping and cafés. For farther sights, the Sky City Coach Terminal is close for day trips.

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