Grafton Auckland, New Zealand
Renovated
2021
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Luxe WellnessOutside the door
The house
LanghamArt-filled urban tower
Commissioned Māori artworks line the grand public spaces of this sprawling Grafton flagship.
“Across the common spaces and 411 guestrooms, this property is draped in fine silks and velvets, appointed with antiques fit for royalty…”
What it’s good at
Notable
Pinnacle Tower extension showcasing a curated collection of contemporary New Zealand art.
Notable
Polished hospitality, extensive club lounge amenities, and spacious modern accommodations.
Notable
Signature Chuan Spa featuring Chinese medicine-inspired treatments alongside a heated rooftop pool.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in AFAR.
Below, Eight restaurant leads buffet service through breakfast and dinner, a heated pool overlooks the city, and top-hatted doormen deliver unexpectedly genuine Kiwi greetings.
“Set high above the central part of the city, Cordis, Auckland offers much more than just impressive views of the skyline, harbor and domesticated volcanoes. Fully refurbished in 2017 when it became Langham Hospitality Group’s first Cordis-branded property in the Pacific region, it’s now a soothing yet sophisticated environment that welcomes everyone from Britain’s Prince Charles to locals craving a staycation.”
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Positioned in quiet Grafton, the property overlooks the leafy Auckland Domain just minutes from the city center.
The rooms
Floor-to-ceiling windows look out over the city skyline, while high-floor suites gain access to the club lounge.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
- Pool
- Outdoor heated rooftop pool and hot tub.
The spa & gym
Chuan Spa offers treatments rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine alongside a heated outdoor rooftop pool.
- Spa
- Chuan Spa treatment suites rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Five Elements philosophy.
- Sauna & steam
- Steam rooms, saunas, ice baths, and snail hydrotherapy shower.
- Gym
- 24-hour fitness studio.
How it began
A dramatic 2021 extension added the Pinnacle Tower, transforming the property into a modern landmark.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.