The Esplanade Hotel
4.0 star property

Upscale hotel near the beach
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The Esplanade Hotel

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Property entrance
Victoria Suite | Terrace/patio
Harbour View Room
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views
Victoria Suite | View from room

Overview of The Esplanade Hotel

8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
The price is AU$129
Price available on 14/4/2024

Check out the area

1 Victoria Road, Auckland, 0647
  • Popular LocationQueen Street Shopping District16 min drive
  • Popular LocationAuckland Ferry Terminal16 min drive
  • Popular LocationAuckland Britomart Station27 min drive
  • AirportAuckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)44 min drive
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Room options

Double Room (Windsor )

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Victoria Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

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

King Room, Harbour View (Sunroom)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Harbour View Room

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Deluxe Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, City View

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Flagstaff Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Auckland

The Esplanade Hotel is located in Devonport, a neighbourhood in Auckland, and is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. Queen Street Shopping District and Princes Wharf are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Auckland Zoo and Rainbow's End. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Eden Park or Mt. Smart Stadium. Boat tours and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.

What's nearby

  • Queen Street Shopping District - 16 min drive
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 16 min drive
  • Sky Tower - 17 min drive
  • Princes Wharf - 17 min drive
  • Spark Arena - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Daldy Street Tram Stop - 14 min drive
  • Auckland Remuera Station - 18 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fish Kitchen - 1 min walk
  • Corellis Cafe Devonport - 5 min walk
  • McDonald's - 19 min drive
  • The Patriot - 3 min walk
  • Narrow Neck Beach Cafe - 4 min drive

About this property

The Esplanade Hotel

Upscale hotel located in Devonport
You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at The Esplanade Hotel. The on-site restaurant, The Esplanade Restaurant, features brunch and a beachfront restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Meeting rooms, coffee/tea in reception and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, cots/infant beds and electric kettles

Languages

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • High Tea Room
  • The Esplanade Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1903
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 per cent 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 85.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 45.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 0)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 45.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 85.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Esplanade Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Esplanade Hotel?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Esplanade Hotel on 14 Apr 2024 start from AU$128.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Esplanade Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Esplanade Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Esplanade Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Esplanade Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 100 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Esplanade Hotel located?

With direct access to the beach, this Devonport hotel is in the historical district and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mount Victoria, Sky Tower and Auckland Ferry Terminal. Cheltenham Beach and Narrow Neck Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

The Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 437 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 437 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 437 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 437 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 437 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were excellent with late arrival after a hold up on our end. Real milk would be heaps better.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

justin, Baltimore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

MEGAN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Great location and many period features. But, very dated in areas tho, including heavy white paint on light fittings, terrible cheap bathroom ware and v heavy windows that were only able to be propped open by tiny metal rods, one roll loo paper for entire stay...cheap flimsy duvet, bottles of water with labels ripped off them, springs in bed coming thru but at least comfortable...you get the picture, also fan no portable air con, for the price we paid ($300 for one night) surely you can afford to give us a portable aircon unit. The area outside bar downstairs that closed v early and seemed to have an identity crisis full of braying local boomers - area around it dirty and butts etc, made up for by terrific view and location. Room had the most lovely linen chairs tho, pair of binocular would have been nice touch, so overall - a real hit and miss affair. Perhaps also arrange something for on-street parking for guests, maybe rent a carpark somewhere after hours or suggest New World carpark etc, was cruise ship season and no parks anywhere, had to risk leaving it in a 120 min park.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
Well situated in a great village
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Brent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Is a nice character old hotel, could do with some TLC and room service but a pleasant place to stay and was very convenient for our purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is great - right near the water in Devonport. I got a free park right outside. While the room wasn’t fancy and wouldn’t be for everyone, it was actually pretty cool that its an older building and still has that character. The room was dark, quiet and the bed was comfortable. For the price (which was very reasonable), I was happy and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angharad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic gem on the waterfront. Many thanks for the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and perfect spot
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning views, close to transport, city, Waiheke, excellent beaches. Lovely cotton sheets, great food, bar and entertainment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well appointed and very well laid out
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023