There appears to be an increase in drab, boring chain hotels with no personality across New Zealand. So it’s always a delight to find somewhere with a bit of history and colour about it. When you come across a hotel that’s over a century old and is also home to New Zealand’s first brew pub well you really gotta check it out.
What you get is The Shakespeare home to comfy rooms, great food, all the best craft beers, good times and pokies machine gaming. And the fact that it’s still kicking in the 21st century means you know you’re in for a treat when you spend some time here right in the centre of Auckland City.
About the Shakespeare Hotel & Brewery Auckland
Located in the heart of Auckland city, The Shakespeare Hotel is unique with its Victorian-style building, complete with walls made of brick imported from Melbourne. As a boutique hotel, each room is different and offers something unique. However rooms are limited so book early if you want one of their classic rooms. Also note that in maintaining its Heritage building status no lifts are available for the upper floors.
Due to its location, staying here means you’ll be close to many popular areas such as The Sky City Casino, the Britomart Centre, and the Viaduct area. It’s always great to be within walking distance to the waterfront or high street shopping areas of Auckland CBD.
About the Craft Beers @ the Shakespeare Hotel
The Shakespeare Hotel has plenty to offer in the brew department for those who love a good beer. Able to produce hundreds of thousands of quality craft beers every year, the brewery has been a great source of pride since its inception in 1986.
The brewmasters don’t filter or pasteurize the beers, deeming them to be “unnatural” processes that remove the flavours of the malts and hops. If you like the beer, you also have the option of taking some back in bottles or even a keg. The Shakespeare can even help you design and keg your own custom beer in just 5 weeks.
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If you want a drink that isn’t a beer, drop by the bar where you can get lots of cocktails, wines and other spirits. A game room and billiards are available as is live music during the week. But there’s also many great beers here too as you would expect.
Some Great Craft Beers to Try Include
- Jester Pilsner
- Gentleman Stout
- Bastard IPA
- Murtagh Irish Stout
- Shakespeare Munich Lager
- Lover Blonde Ale
- Bard Pale Ale
Food Menu & Eats
Those looking for a small snack can enjoy fresh bruschetta, fried camembert, or prawn twisters. The brewmasters have taken the time to pair all the lunch options with an appropriate drink and I would order a rump steak as an excuse to get the “Gentleman” alongside it.
Dinner options are hearty like lamb shanks, pork belly and surf n’ turf, with daily specials and dishes available also. Don’t forget to try the burgers here as they are some of the best in the Auckland CBD area.
Menu Sample – May change
Pokies Machine & TAB Gaming @ Shakespeare Hotel Auckland
The Shakespeare Hotel Auckland has a well equipped gaming area with 18 of the best pokies machines and a TAB terminal for some betting wagers. This is a comfy and friendly pokies machine gaming lounge venue to visit if you are in the Auckland City area.
**A top rated venue in Auckland City to play the pokies, dine, have a TAB bet, a craft beer & watch live sports**
Summary Points The Shakespeare Hotel
Even back when The Shakespeare was first established in 1898 its hospitality was well-known. And it’s because of that warm hospitality that it has continued to thrive and delight patrons to this very day. You won’t be disappointed if you come visit this historic pub right in the heart of Auckland City.
With all these great beers you’re probably going to want some food to go with it so you have plenty of choices here. Right above the bar you’ll find something satisfying for not just your taste buds, but also your eyes. The open space design and the high ceilings give an ambience nowhere else in the city with the terrace offers such a gorgeous view of the area.
And in case you were wondering, yes, The Shakespeare does offer function spaces to rent for up to 120 people at great rates.
Opening Hours
7 days – early to late
Contacts
T: 9-373 5396
Map and Address
Shakespeare Hotel & Brewery
61 Albert St, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
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