Radisson Hotel Group has opened Radisson RED Auckland, marking its debut in New Zealand. Located in Auckland’s Arts District, the 322-room hotel blends bold design, immersive art, and the country’s largest rooftop venue. Pet-friendly and design-led, it offers vibrant social spaces, sweeping skyline views, and flexible event facilities in the heart of the CBD.
GLO27 February 2026
Radisson Hotel Group has officially launched Radisson RED Auckland, marking both the brand’s vibrant introduction to Australasia and the Group’s long-awaited entry into the New Zealand market. Situated in the heart of Auckland’s Arts District, the hotel blends bold design, creative flair, and the country’s largest rooftop venue to deliver a striking new hospitality experience in one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods.
Located at 33 Lorne Street, the hotel is crowned by a lively rooftop bar connected to versatile event spaces, creating an elevated social hub above the city skyline. As one of the few pet-friendly hotels in Auckland, guests are welcome to bring their four-legged companions. With a design-forward philosophy and strong community focus, Radisson RED Auckland sets a fresh benchmark for contemporary stays in the Central Business District.
A Hotel Inspired by Auckland’s Creative Pulse
Designed to reflect the theatrical spirit of its Arts District surroundings, the hotel features 322 guestrooms and suites enriched with gallery-style art installations, immersive lighting, and sensory elements inspired by Auckland’s performance culture and urban energy.
Its prime location places guests steps away from leading attractions such as the Auckland Art Gallery, Civic Theatre, Sky Tower, Auckland Museum, Waiheke Island, and the rugged West Coast beaches. Surrounded by some of the city’s most popular cafés and restaurants, the hotel offers a convenient base for both leisure and corporate travelers.
Tim Cordon, Chief Operating Officer, MEA & SEAP at Radisson Hotel Group, described the opening as a major milestone for the Group’s expansion across Australasia and a defining moment for the upper-upscale Radisson RED brand, known for its playful and unconventional approach to hospitality.
Theatrical Design with Artistic Edge
Radisson RED Auckland brings drama and creativity into every corner of its design. Corridor lighting resembles stage spotlights, lounge seating draws cues from opera boxes, and contemporary installations reflect the city’s thriving gallery culture. Guestrooms evoke an actor’s dressing room, layered with expressive colors, curated artwork, textured materials, and mood-setting lighting.
Rooms on higher levels offer sweeping skyline views, while the Suite Panorama showcases expansive vistas across Auckland City, Albert Park, and the harbor.
Social Spaces Built for Connection
The hotel’s all-day dining restaurant and bar create an inviting space for relaxed gatherings. Soon, the Rooftop Restaurant & Bar — set to become New Zealand’s largest outdoor rooftop venue — will open, offering panoramic views of Auckland’s iconic Sky Tower. Designed as a lively destination for cocktails, celebrations, and curated events, the rooftop embodies RED’s “Share & Connect” philosophy, where food, music, and mixology encourage authentic interaction.
Guests can also make use of the fully equipped fitness center, open daily from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
A Rooftop for Celebration and Creativity
With capacity for up to 219 guests in cocktail-style configuration, the rooftop doubles as a flexible event playground. The space can be divided into four naturally lit rooms, making it equally suited for weddings, live performances, pop-ups, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations.
Reinout Engel, General Manager of Radisson RED Auckland, emphasized that the hotel was conceived as more than accommodation — but as a creative gathering point where visitors and locals can immerse themselves in the energy, color, and culture of Auckland’s CBD.
About Radisson Hotel Group
Radisson Hotel Group is a rapidly growing international hospitality company operating across EMEA and APAC, with more than 1,600 hotels in operation and development across over 100 countries. Guided by its brand promise, “Every Moment Matters,” and signature “Yes I Can!” service ethos, the Group offers a diverse portfolio including Radisson Collection, art’otel, Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Radisson Individuals, Park Plaza, Park Inn by Radisson, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, and Prize by Radisson under the unified Radisson Hotels umbrella.
Its loyalty program, Radisson Rewards, serves more than 27 million members, while Radisson Meetings delivers personalized, carbon-compensated event solutions. The Group is committed to achieving Net Zero by 2050 through approved Science Based Targets and continues to prioritize sustainability, safety, and responsible hospitality across its global portfolio.
About Radisson RED
Radisson RED is an upper-upscale lifestyle brand that reimagines traditional hospitality with an energetic, design-driven approach. Known for informal service, dynamic social spaces, and a seamless blend of business and leisure, Radisson RED offers guests flexible, vibrant environments designed to inspire connection and creativity.
Source: Radisson
Disclaimer: Press release
© Press Release 2025
Send us your press releases to news@globalloyalty.org
Press releases originate from external third-party providers. This website does not have responsibility or control over its content, which is presented as is, without any alterations. Neither this website nor its affiliates guarantee the accuracy of the views or opinions expressed in the press release.
The press release is intended solely for informational purposes and does not offer tax, legal, or investment advice, nor does it express any opinion regarding the suitability, value, or profitability of specific securities, portfolios, or investment strategies. Neither this website nor its affiliates are liable for any errors or inaccuracies in the content, nor for any actions taken based on it. By using the information provided in this article, you agree to do so at your own risk.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, this website, its parent company, subsidiaries, affiliates, shareholders, directors, officers, employees, agents, advertisers, content providers, and licensors shall not be liable to you for any direct, indirect, consequential, special, incidental, punitive, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to lost profits, savings, and revenues, whether in negligence, tort, contract, or any other theory of liability, even if the possibility of such damages was known or foreseeable.
The images used in press releases and articles provided by 3rd party sources belong to the respective source provider and are used for illustrative purposes in accordance with the original press releases and publications.
Disclaimer: Content
While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date content, Global Loyalty Organisation Ltd. makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the correctness accuracy, completeness, adequacy, or reliability of the information or the results derived from its use, not that the content will meet your requirements or expectations. The content is provided “as is” and “as available”. You agree that your use of the content is at your own risk. Global Loyalty Organisation Ltd. disclaims all warranties related to the content, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and title, and is not liable for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and title, and is not liable for any interruptions. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties, so these jurisdictions may not apply to you. Global Loyalty Organisation Ltd. Reserves the right to modify, interrupt, or discontinue the content without notice and is not liable for doing so.
Global Loyalty Organisation Ltd. shall not be liable for any damages, including special, indirect, consequential, or incidental damages, or damages for lost profits, revenue, or use, arising out of or related to the content, whether in contract, negligence, tort, statute, equity, law, or otherwise, even if advised of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on liability for incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation may not apply to you. These disclaimers and limitations apply to Global Loyalty Organisation Ltd. and its parent, affiliates, related companies, contractors, sponsors, and their respective directors, officers, members, employees, agents, content providers, licensors, and advisors.
The content and its compilation, created by Global Loyalty Organisation Ltd, are the property of Global Loyalty Organisation Ltd. and cannot be reproduced without prior written permission.
