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Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026November 2026 edition
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels: 616 prompts across 56 destinations, a monthly edition checked before it is published.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% between editions.
Crowne Plaza Auckland by IHG
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of November 2, 2026. Tracked for 26 weeks.
Latest edition
3
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
10
best week
Mentioning AIs
2/6
latest edition
Total links
125
all time
Location
128 Albert Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to Crowne Plaza Auckland by IHG at least once. The "reason" is the AI's own one-line explanation when it returned the hotel in structured form.
“hotels near Sky Tower, Auckland”Auckland, US5 of 6 AIs24 weeks60 quotes
“hotels near Sky Tower, Auckland”
Auckland, US5 of 6 AIs24 weeks60 quotes
Google AI Mode · 11-02
“Situated in the central CBD, this upscale high-rise places you within a very short, convenient walk of the Sky Tower.”
Gemini · 10-12
“Situated just a short walk from the Sky Tower, this central high-rise hotel offers comfortable rooms with great city and harbour views.”
ChatGPT · 10-12
“A comfortable upscale hotel about 3 minutes on foot from Sky Tower with easy access to central Auckland's shopping and dining.”
Copilot · 10-05
“Modern high-rise hotel offering harbour views and walking distance to Sky Tower.”
Google AI Mode · 09-21
“Situated just a short one-minute walk from the Sky Tower with stunning high-rise city views.”
Gemini · 09-14
“Situated in central Auckland within very close walking distance of the Sky Tower.”
“best hotels in Auckland for business travelers”Auckland, US4 of 6 AIs20 weeks31 quotes
“best hotels in Auckland for business travelers”
Auckland, US4 of 6 AIs20 weeks31 quotes
ChatGPT · 11-02
“Central Albert Street hotel with a 24-hour business centre and conference facilities, offering practical corporate value.”
ChatGPT · 10-19
“A practical full-service hotel near the Sky Tower with conference facilities and easy access to downtown dining and transport, ideal for a traditional corporate stay.”
Google AI Mode · 10-19
“It offers a central CBD location equipped with robust event spaces and a 24-hour business center tailored for corporate travelers.”
ChatGPT · 10-12
“Offers spacious rooms with workspaces, fast Wi-Fi, business services, and access to the NZICC convention centre on Albert Street.”
Gemini · 10-05
“Located in the heart of downtown Auckland, providing reliable corporate amenities, dedicated workspaces, and easy access to corporate offices.”
ChatGPT · 10-05
“With 10 meeting spaces, an Executive Lounge, fast Wi-Fi, and a location just minutes from the New Zealand International Convention Centre, it is especially strong for conferences and meetings.”
“best hotels in Auckland for solo travelers”Auckland, US4 of 6 AIs8 weeks9 quotes
“best hotels in Auckland for solo travelers”
Auckland, US4 of 6 AIs8 weeks9 quotes
Google AI Mode · 10-19
“Offering modern amenities, secure self-parking options, and a central downtown location, it serves as a reliable and comfortable base for navigating Auckland independently.”
Google AI Mode · 08-31
“Centrally located with reliable security and top-tier amenities, offering solo guests a comfortable and safe base downtown.”
Perplexity · 08-24
“modern rooms near major sights with reliable service and convenient amenities for solo guests”
Perplexity · 08-17
“Harbour-view high-rise hotel with on-site dining and gym, great for solo guests seeking convenience.”
Perplexity · 07-13
“Central location with strong business facilities and gyms, suitable for solo travelers who favor efficiency and comfort.”
ChatGPT · 07-13
“This hotel is a practical option for solo travelers who prioritize a central location and reliable comfort.”
“family friendly hotels in Auckland”Auckland, US3 of 6 AIs9 weeks13 quotes
“family friendly hotels in Auckland”
Auckland, US3 of 6 AIs9 weeks13 quotes
Google AI Mode · 10-05
“Centrally located with spacious family rooms and a welcoming environment right near major attractions like the Sky Tower.”
Google AI Mode · 09-14
“Located right in the heart of the CBD within walking distance of major attractions, it features modern family rooms and a great buffet breakfast.”
Copilot · 08-24
“Central location with family rooms and easy access to shopping and entertainment.”
Google AI Mode · 08-24
“Centrally situated near the Sky Tower, this hotel welcomes families with children up to age 12 staying free using existing bedding.”
Google AI Mode · 08-17
“Centrally positioned in the CBD with convenient family packages where children can stay and eat free.”
Perplexity · 08-10
“Harbor-view high-rise with spacious rooms and kid-friendly dining options.”
“best hotels in Auckland”Auckland, US2 of 6 AIs5 weeks5 quotes
“best hotels in Auckland”
Auckland, US2 of 6 AIs5 weeks5 quotes
Google AI Mode · 11-02
“A centrally located high-rise hotel featuring freshly updated contemporary rooms, scenic capsule elevators, and great proximity to the Sky Tower.”
Perplexity · 08-24
“Harbour-view high-rise with dining options and convenient access to transport.”
Perplexity · 08-17
“Harbour-view high-rise hotel with modern rooms and on-site dining.”
Perplexity · 07-13
“Contemporary high-rise hotel with extensive amenities, ideal for business and leisure stays.”
Perplexity · 07-06
“Reliable 4-star CBD option with solid comfort, easy access to sights, and good business facilities.”
“best hotels in Auckland for couples”Auckland, US1 of 6 AIs4 weeks4 quotes
“best hotels in Auckland for couples”
Auckland, US1 of 6 AIs4 weeks4 quotes
Perplexity · 08-24
“Harbour views and contemporary rooms in a central location, great for couples exploring the city.”
Perplexity · 07-13
“Harbor-view high-rise with contemporary rooms, dining options, and proximity to waterfront attractions.”
Perplexity · 05-25
“Central CBD location with elegant suites and celebrated dining, great for a romantic city break.”
Perplexity · 05-11
“Premium city-center lodging with luxurious suites and romance-friendly packages.”
“best hotels in Viaduct Harbour, Auckland”Auckland, US1 of 6 AIs3 weeks3 quotes
“best hotels in Viaduct Harbour, Auckland”
Auckland, US1 of 6 AIs3 weeks3 quotes
Perplexity · 08-17
“Modern high-rise with harbour views and extensive on-site dining and gym facilities.”
Perplexity · 07-20
“Modern high-rise hotel with harbour glimpses and extensive conference facilities nearby.”
Perplexity · 07-13
“Harbour-facing city hotel with modern rooms, dining options, and event facilities near Viaduct Harbour.”
“hotels in Auckland with rooftop pool”Auckland, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“hotels in Auckland with rooftop pool”
Auckland, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Copilot · 07-27
“Convenient CBD location with rooftop leisure pool and fitness facilities.”
“affordable hotels in Auckland under $200”Auckland, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“affordable hotels in Auckland under $200”
Auckland, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Copilot · 07-20
“High-rise hotel with harbor views and spacious rooms under $200.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Mentions per AI assistant, by edition
One line per AI. Each point is the number of times the assistant named this property across the 11 prompt templates for its city, that week.
ChatGPTGeminiPerplexityGrokCopilotGoogle AI Mode
Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 3 |
| October 19, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 3 |
| October 12, 2026 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| October 5, 2026 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| September 28, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| September 21, 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 |
| September 14, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 3 | 6 |
| September 7, 2026 | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | 2 | 5 |
| August 31, 2026 | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | 3 | 7 |
| August 24, 2026 | 2 | — | 3 | — | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| August 17, 2026 | 2 | 1 | 3 | — | 1 | 3 | 10 |
| August 10, 2026 | 1 | — | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| August 3, 2026 | 1 | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| July 27, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | 2 | — | 3 |
| July 20, 2026 | 2 | — | 2 | — | 1 | — | 5 |
| July 13, 2026 | 3 | — | 5 | — | 1 | — | 9 |
| July 6, 2026 | 2 | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | 4 |
| June 29, 2026 | 2 | — | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| June 22, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 2 |
| June 15, 2026 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | — | 3 |
| June 8, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | 2 | — | 3 |
| June 1, 2026 | — | 1 | — | — | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| May 25, 2026 | 2 | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | 3 | 9 |
| May 18, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| May 11, 2026 | — | 1 | 3 | — | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| May 4, 2026 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | 2 | 6 |
LINK MIX
Where AIs send users for this hotel
When the AI links the hotel, where does it point — the hotel's own site (direct), an OTA like Booking.com, a chain page like Marriott.com, or something else?
All time (125 links)
Direct 91%OTA 2%Google Travel 6%Other 2%
Week-by-week
November 2, 20263 links / 3 mentions
October 19, 20263 links / 3 mentions
October 12, 20262 links / 3 mentions
October 5, 20264 links / 4 mentions
September 28, 20261 links / 1 mentions
September 21, 20261 links / 1 mentions
September 14, 20266 links / 6 mentions
September 7, 20265 links / 5 mentions
August 31, 20267 links / 7 mentions
August 24, 20268 links / 8 mentions
August 17, 202610 links / 10 mentions
August 10, 20266 links / 6 mentions
August 3, 20264 links / 4 mentions
July 27, 20263 links / 3 mentions
July 20, 20265 links / 5 mentions
July 13, 20268 links / 9 mentions
July 6, 20264 links / 4 mentions
June 29, 20266 links / 6 mentions
June 22, 20262 links / 2 mentions
June 15, 20263 links / 3 mentions
June 8, 20263 links / 3 mentions
June 1, 20265 links / 5 mentions
May 25, 20269 links / 9 mentions
May 18, 20264 links / 4 mentions
May 11, 20267 links / 7 mentions
May 4, 20266 links / 6 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other