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Radisson Hotel Group has officially entered the New Zealand market with the opening of Radisson RED Auckland. The launch also marks the brand’s first Radisson RED property in the wider Australasia region. Positioned in Auckland’s Arts District, the hotel brings the group’s upper-upscale lifestyle concept into one of the city’s most culturally active neighbourhoods.

Strategic entry into a new national market

Located at 33 Lorne Street in Auckland’s Central Business District, Radisson RED Auckland features 322 rooms and suites. The property combines gallery-inspired interiors, immersive lighting concepts and theatrical design references reflecting the surrounding arts precinct. A rooftop bar and flexible rooftop event spaces form a central element of the hotel’s identity.

Radisson Hotel Group describes the opening as a milestone for its regional expansion strategy.

“Radisson RED thrives in cities fueled by creativity, culture, and community, and Auckland captures that spirit perfectly. This opening marks a major milestone for our growth in Australasia and a proud moment for our upper-upscale Radisson RED brand, which brings a playful twist to the conventional. 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,” says Tim Cordon, Chief Operating Officer, MEA & SEAP, Radisson Hotel Group.

Design concept shaped by performing arts

The hotel’s interior design draws heavily on theatrical motifs. Corridor lighting resembles stage spotlights, lounge seating references opera boxes, and guest rooms incorporate layered textures and expressive colour schemes inspired by dressing rooms. Higher-floor rooms offer skyline views, while the Suite Panorama provides views across Auckland City, Albert Park and the harbour.

Location anchored in Auckland’s cultural core

The hotel’s central location places guests within close reach of major attractions, including the Art Gallery, Civic Theatre, Sky Tower, Auckland Museum, Waiheke Island and the West Coast beaches. The surrounding district is characterised by cafés, restaurants and cultural venues, supporting both leisure and business travel segments.

Rooftop as a defining feature

Radisson RED Auckland introduces what is positioned as the largest outdoor rooftop space in New Zealand. Designed for up to 219 guests in a cocktail-style setup, the rooftop area functions as both a social venue and a multi-purpose events platform. The space can be configured into four flexible rooms suitable for corporate functions, private events and live performances.

Focus on social interaction and lifestyle positioning

In line with the Radisson RED brand philosophy, the property integrates dining, music and mixology concepts aimed at fostering informal interaction. An all-day dining venue and bar complement the rooftop offering. The hotel also includes a fitness centre accessible daily from 5 AM to 11 PM.

“Opening Radisson RED Auckland marks an exciting new chapter for the city, one that celebrates creativity, connection, and a bold new way to experience hospitality. We’ve designed Radisson RED Auckland to be far more than a place to stay, it’s a creative hub where locals and travelers can plug into the heartbeat of the CBD and feel the city’s culture, color, and energy from the moment they arrive,” concludes Reinout Engel, General Manager, Radisson RED Auckland.

Further information and bookings are available via Radisson Hotel Group channels.

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