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The Esplanade Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with restaurant, near Auckland Ferry Terminal

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Interior entrance
Harbour View Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Property entrance
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
For families
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is $96
includes taxes & fees
$83 per night
Dec 27 - Dec 28

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Double Room (Windsor ) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Double Room (Windsor )

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Fan
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Victoria Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Victoria Suite

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Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room, Harbour View (Sunroom) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

King Room, Harbour View (Sunroom)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Fan
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Harbour View Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Harbour View Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Fan
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Flagstaff Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Flagstaff Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Fan
Private bathroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Victoria Road, Auckland, 0647

What's nearby

  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 16 min drive
  • SkyCity Casino - 17 min drive
  • Sky Tower - 17 min drive
  • Princes Wharf - 17 min drive
  • Spark Arena - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 43 min drive
  • Auckland Remuera Station - 18 min drive
  • Auckland Kingsland Station - 19 min drive
  • Auckland Greenlane Station - 19 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Wheat Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Narrow Neck Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Manuka Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Taste Thai Cuisine - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Esplanade Hotel

The Esplanade Hotel puts you 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Auckland Ferry Terminal and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Sky Tower. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Esplanade Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers a beachfront location. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi, Turkish, Vietnamese

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 16 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
  • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • This property offers an airport pickup service.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free offsite parking nearby

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach access
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1903
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

The Esplanade Restaurant - This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
High Tea Room - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves brunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 0)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 45.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 85.0 per night

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Esplanade Devonport
Esplanade Hotel Devonport
The Esplanade Hotel Hotel
The Esplanade Hotel Auckland
The Esplanade Hotel Hotel Auckland

Frequently asked questions

Does The Esplanade Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Esplanade Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Esplanade Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Esplanade Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Esplanade Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 100 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Esplanade Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Esplanade Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but SkyCity Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Esplanade Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway rentals. The Esplanade Hotel also has 2 bars.
Are there restaurants at or near The Esplanade Hotel?
Yes, The Esplanade Restaurant offers alfresco dining and local cuisine.
What's the area around The Esplanade Hotel like?
The Esplanade Hotel is located on the waterfront in Devonport, a short 11-minute walk from Mount Victoria.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Sylvia V., 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great view
Comfortable tidy room
Gary, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stay Here for a Slice of History
What an amazing historic building! The room was very grand - the highest ceilings you can comprehend. I felt like royalty has probably stayed here in the past. Obviously with buildings of this age it comes with challenges and makes it hard to maintain but I loved staying here - view was incredible. I would not recommend taking a limited mobility person but I enjoyed feeling the history and grandness and echoes of days past.
Kim, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay, staff were helpful, great location, comfy bed and the hotel had everything we needed. The room upgrade was a great bonus.
Kate, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely modern property Very comfortable
Jeff, 2-night romance trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

8/10 Very Good

A building with character, great staff who are very obliging, and a very convenient location. Perhaps there are some tired parts, but we really enjoyed our stay.
Mark, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely old Hotel, room was very comfortable and view of Auckland from the room was great
Alex, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paula, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was cold, with on aircon and the electric blanket did not work. Otherwise a real nice homely place to stay. I will stay there again
Len, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Richard, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Short shower
Below average the shower had no temp regulator so if anyone else on hotel turned on their shower it when hot then cold
Graeme, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Beautiful old hotel, needs a bit of TLC, but place is full of character. Loved it.
t, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

It is a bit in need of a refurb, but everyone was pleasant to deal with. Room had a nice view of harbour
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Easy location from ferry and parking, wonderful character rooms and dining, quiet in evenings but roadworks outside in May2024. Views and walks on beach are lovely, restaurants/coffee bars everywhere. Several top Op shops closeby! Winter rates so stay a few days!
Webb,, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in - not a whole lot of rules thrown at you. Lovely staff. Incredible location. Price is good value. They upgraded us which was lovely. Highly recommend. Thank you.
Cindy, 3-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love this hotel - has old fashion charm
Valerie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Very run-down property with uncomfortably hard beds and sporadic food and beverage service.
Aine, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It’s a heritage building and has a lovely view
lia, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Its style
Alan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Beautiful historical place in beautiful Devonport. Its age shows but room was clean staff friendly.
Keneti, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

I liked the fact that I could get the ferry from the CBD and everything within Devonport is within walking distance. The hotel is comfortable and has a lovely character.
Fraser, 1-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

They were excellent with late arrival after a hold up on our end. Real milk would be heaps better.
Stephanie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Very disappointing stay
The hotel is badly in need of a total makeover we got upgraded to a suite as they don’t do breakfast anymore the suite is furnished in a mish mash of very old tired furniture there were plastic flowers in the room!! The TV didn’t work and because we only discovered this late in the evening there was nobody to contact . Tried to use an iron and it was unusable due to the dirt on it the shower turned suddenly cold after a number of minutes all in all a disappointing stay however the staff were very helpful but management need to look at the accommodation they are providing particularly as after 5 weeks in New Zealand it was our last night and the most expensive !!
mary, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hotel has a spectacular location right by ferry terminal. The rooms were large and had high ceilings with water view. The reception closes at 8pm and we felt a bit lonely in the hotel. Able to swim right off the beach by hotel. Wonderful. Best local restaurants were French Cafe and Signal Hill. About 45 minutes to airport.
justin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review