“As Radisson Hotel Group’s debut in New Zealand and the first Radisson Red in the region, we can’t wait for everyone to see Auckland in red and experience a hotel bursting with energy, design and unforgettable moments.”
Auckland’s new Radisson Red hotel. Photo / Michael Hornbogen
The site, which was previously used as office space, has undergone a multimillion-dollar transformation to realign the property for the upscale hotel market, with rooms priced at an average of $300 a night, depending on demand and the time of year.
Alongside the guest rooms and suites, the hotel features all-day dining and bars, a fully equipped fitness centre, open daily from 5am to 11pm, and extensive meeting and event spaces to tap into the growing conference market.
With capacity for up to 219 guests, the venue can be divided into four flexible rooms with moveable walls, shifting easily from corporate functions to relaxed social events.
Radisson RED Auckland general manager Reinout Engel said the opening marks an exciting new chapter for the city.
“We’ve designed Radisson Red Auckland to be far more than a place to stay; it’s a creative hub where locals and travellers can plug into the heartbeat of the CBD and feel the city’s culture, colour, and energy from the moment they arrive,” Engel said.
“Every space has been shaped to spark inspiration, encourage connection, and bring a sense of play back into travel. We’re proud to open our doors and introduce a fresh, dynamic experience to Auckland, one that reflects the spirit of the city and the attitude of Red.”
Engel has previously opened new locations for the group, including Radisson Red Oslo.
Radisson Red Auckland general manager Reinout Engel. Photo / Smoke Photo & Video
The biggest drawcard for the hotel, alongside its location, is the soon-to-open rooftop restaurant and bar.
Featuring New Zealand’s largest outdoor rooftop space, it boasts sweeping open-air views of the Sky Tower, Albert Park and the Waitematā Harbour.
The area will open in the coming months and will become Australasia’s largest outdoor rooftop bar.
Radisson Red’s guest suites are covered with contemporary art and colourful features.
Engel said Auckland was the “natural choice” for the group’s debut in New Zealand and Australasia.
“New Zealand is a key market within our Australasian expansion strategy, and as the country’s largest city and economic powerhouse, it is the ideal city to make the group’s official debut in the country.
“Auckland’s midtown – with the Auckland Art Gallery and major theatres just minutes from our door – aligns strongly with that ethos. It offers the ideal environment for a design-led, lifestyle hotel that connects with both travellers and locals.”
Radisson Red’s yet-to-be-named restaurant has a wall-to-wall feature window overlooking Auckland’s Queen St and The Civic. Photo / Michael Hornbogen
Now that the Auckland site is officially open, Radisson has also been able to confirm that a second RED location will be opening in Queenstown.
Construction on the site is set to commence shortly, expanding the brand’s presence in the New Zealand market.
The group recently announced two conversion projects in Australia, Radisson Individuals Brisbane and Radisson Canterbury International Melbourne, which are both scheduled to open in mid-2026.
In Fiji, the Radisson Blu Mirage Resort Fiji, Naisoso Island is currently under construction and represents a major resort development in one of the South Pacific’s most important tourism markets.
Radisson Hotel Group is rapidly expanding internationally, with more than 1580 hotels in operation and under development in over 100 countries.
Tom Raynel is a multimedia business journalist for the Herald, covering small business, retail and tourism.
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