Movie Theatres in Auckland Central
THE 5 BEST Auckland Central Movie Theatres
Movie Theatres in Auckland Central
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- C MAuckland Central, New Zealand835 contributionsThis cinema is definitely a bit of a victim of the impact of covid and shop closures because of this. This was once a bustling complex full of shops and eateries. At the moment only the Event Cinema survives while the future of the other shops in this complex is being sorted. So if you come to the cinema here and see empty shops and closed foodcourts - the cinema is fine and operating as normal.
It's a decent enough cinema, too, with 12 individual cinemas plus Imax showing all the latest blockbusters, including some from China, India or South Korea.
Seating is comfortable and staff are helpful. There is a (somewhat pricey) snackbar of course too for your usual cinema experience.Written 7 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - AcinetoAuckland Central, New Zealand23,312 contributionsI came by to watch an anime movie since they were the only ones screening it on the day. Keep an eye out for their signs near the library. Getting there involves walking downs a lot of stairs but you end up at the entrance and counter.
It was easy enough to get the tickets online and then just popping straight into the cinema. They did have the standard snacks available like popcorn and ice cream. We were running a bit lateish so we came in as the ads going but the outside area looked quite comfortable to wait in.
The theatres are decently sized and were quite comfortable. It was easy enough to find the chairs. It was quite a nice place to watch a movie. They also have $5 Wednesdays for cheap movie options mid-week.Written 14 November 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - C MAuckland Central, New Zealand835 contributionsThis is such a great cinema in the heart of Ponsonby, right behind Ponsonby Central with all its great food options. It's really more of a high end cinema with great recliner seats that are super comfortable. There are a handful of cinemas in this complex, all with about 22 or 27 seats only, so not huge. Spacing between the rows is generous. Food options are great and staff will bring your food or drink to your seat. They even have blankets you can grab if you're feeling cold.
Definitely worth going.Written 7 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Nomad01570714495Auckland Central, New Zealand13 contributionsThe Berkeley Mission Bay is a lovely, small cinema complex, which is a nice change from the larger ones. Friendly staff, yummy popcorn. Highly recommended A+++Written 28 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- McGavin4 contributionsLarger seats make the longer films far more comfortable, plenty of room to put a glass of wine and not be fighting for arm space with your neighbour. A smaller boutique size cinema, with a good range of films.Written 5 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GeoPad5 contributionsSpent $120 online for 3 lux seats. only drink option orange juice or glass of water with ticket. Lux seats are along the top 2 back rows by the entrance. We had staff walking back and forward through the movie serving people. It was a real pain. And the light shining in from the open door. Not an enjoyable experience felt ripped off!Written 26 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Linda KAuckland Central, New Zealand710 contributionsI enjoy the Rialto. It is a great antidote to Event cinemas and I can almost always get the movies I want to see there. However, as others have said the quality of the experience has deteriorated a bit of late.
I almost always book online but there is still often a significant queue at peak times to pick up tickets. Most recent visit was better as they’re scanning barcodes and printing tickets more quickly than before.
There is a great range of tea and you can get decaf coffee too which is excellent in the evening. Kapiti ice cream is great and there is a very significant selection of wine and you can take glasses into the theatre. There are also a few hot snacks available which is good if you’re in a rush. The small foodhall alongside is also handy for a quick bite before the movie.
The theatres themselves are a bit tired and need a good steam clean.Written 14 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
