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The Esplanade Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with restaurant, near Spark Arena

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King Room, Harbour View (Sunroom) | Street view
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Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, highchair
Perched on the Devonport coast, The Esplanade Hotel offers a warm welcome with daily manager's reception and stunning views from the beachfront restaurant. Enjoy breakfast by the sea, unwind at one of two bars or take in panoramic views from the terrace. With in-room WiFi, dry cleaning services and helpful staff previous guests rave about.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Conference space
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

For families (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is AED 259
AED 298 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

Double Room (Windsor )

Highlights

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

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

Harbour View Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

King Room, Harbour View (Sunroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Victoria Suite

Highlights

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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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

King -Sun Room

  • Sleeps 2

Two Bedrooms Penthouse Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

Victoria Suite

  • Sleeps 2

One-Bedroom Suite with Harbour View

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Suite With Sea View

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Flagstaff Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Windsor Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Harbour View Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Victoria Road, Auckland, 0647

What's nearby

  • Sky Tower - 18 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 20 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Princes Wharf - 21 min drive - 15.9 km
  • University of Auckland - 21 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Spark Arena - 22 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 43 min drive
  • Auckland Remuera Station - 18 min drive
  • Auckland Baldwin Avenue Station - 19 min drive
  • Auckland Ellerslie Station - 21 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiny Triumphs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Signal Hill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Calliope Road Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Patriot - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Devonport Deli Cafe - ‬3 min walk

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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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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
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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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property offers an airport pickup service.
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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
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 16 ft
    • Street parking available
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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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
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1903
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Bicycle parking
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • 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

  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

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

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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, a smoke detector, 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

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.

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Reviews

The Esplanade Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Breakfast
Bed
Restaurant
Bar
Ferry
Ambience
Beach

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

From Check-In to Check-out the staff where friendly and helpful.
Veronica, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning views, close to transport, city, Waiheke, excellent beaches. Lovely cotton sheets, great food, bar and entertainment.
Deborah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely modern property Very comfortable
Jeff, 2-night trip

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 trip

8/10 Very good

Great view

Comfortable tidy room
Gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is one of the coolest hotels i ever stayed 120 years old yet very modern. When coming in on ferry you see this beautiful hotel just atend of pier. It looks like a top Monte Carlio hotel. Beautiful inside too The rooms very spacious with 10 foot ceilings. Large jet tub Happy hour in the historic bar
Mark, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very pleasant staff. No A/C. Very soft mattress. Opened several windows and hotel provided a floor fan. Room cooled down after sundown.
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Richard, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Wonderful scenic hotel

This is a historical hotel. It used to be a great and attractive hotel. Its scenic view is great However， the elevator is old and makes some noise. As a whole, compare to other hptel in auckland it does still deserve to book and live in this hotel at this price.
Dan Shang, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

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

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

6/10 Good

If expect in its day it was a magnificent hotel it had the old charm but the room we had was very run down
Dawn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Last minute booking , just grabbed their lowest cost room. Room was big and because its a classic old building the roof was nice and high. really cosy really quiet. A bit olde fashioned but I enjoyed it
Mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Massive room, lovely high ceilings. There had obviously been a water leak somewhere as there was a musty carpet smell going on. But that happens in amazing old buildings with so much heritage. Room was massive, shower pressure was fantastic. Staff were friendly.
Molly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay

The hotel was convenient and comfortable, it was a little dated but functional. I did not use the restaurant however it was good to know that there was one on site. I was a little disappointed that the check-in lady did not give me correct information regarding the ferry sailings, but it didn't ruin the trip. I was surprised how quiet it was in the room.
Ann, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The minute we open the door to the bedroom, a strong smell of mould blasted at us, mould on the walls, ripped curtains, dirty cups, dirty stains on duvet and then the wall leaked from rain soaking our shoes and clothes, we were in the penthouse as well, we all felt quite unwell the next day, we went ti talk to someone about it to find office closed and a basket with a note saying, leave your keys here, so upsetting 😡, could be amazing, we paid $258.00 for a night from hell. DONT STAY HERE !
Lorna, 1-night trip

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

6/10 Good

Esplanade

Old and delapitadated but lots of atmosphere
Wayne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Handy comfy clean

Handy for us very welcoming on arrival bed suited me very comfy ideal didnt use food etc as not required stayed here before and will do again suits us ticks all boxes
Royden, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Beautiful historic building, rooms very dated, bed very uncomfortable
Bradley, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Great location, awful hotel. Bed crawling with ants, what looked like blood stains around bathroom mirror, dusty and cluttered room.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was perfect & everything we wanted for our stay. We will be back again for my birthday in June!
Jeanne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Olde world charm and close proximity
David, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

See my rating
ANA, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Could Be Better

This place has the potential to be a fantastic spot if some money was spent. For example, cooling system/air conditioning or fans that don’t sound like a truck, a shower that has consistent water temperature, a place that serves morning coffee or breakfast, better cleaning, and curtains that aren’t torn and old, and when the one window is open if there is a wind there is a banging noise. The location is perfect but the hotel not so much.
3-night trip

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