Esplanade Apartments

4.0 star property
Upscale aparthotel, walk to Buffalo Beach

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Esplanade Apartments

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Terrace/patio
Premium Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (3 bedroom Penthouse)
Premium Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (3 bedroom Penthouse) | Living area
Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Premium Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (3 bedroom Penthouse) | In-room dining

Overview of Esplanade Apartments

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
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  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
8 Esplanade, Whitianga, 3510
  • Popular LocationCoromandel Peninsula1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMarina Bay Eatery2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSangam2 min walk
  • Popular LocationWhitianga Hotel3 min walk

Room options

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Harbor View)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Apartment 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Partial View/Pool)

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Partial view)

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Bedroom Partial view)

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 90 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Premium Apartment, Kitchen (3 bedroom Ocean View)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washer/dryer
3 bedrooms
  • 120 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterfront)

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 Bedroom Apartment, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Waterfront)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
Ceiling fan
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Family)

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Premium Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (3 bedroom Penthouse)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
3 bedrooms
  • 120 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Whitianga

At Esplanade Apartments you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Buffalo Beach and within 15 minutes of Lost Spring Thermal Pools. Highlights at this aparthotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and in-room kitchens. .You can enjoy an LED TV with satellite channels, and each apartment features free WiFi, a balcony and a DVD player. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. Housekeeping is not available. .This smoke-free aparthotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a lift. Added amenities include laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Whitianga aparthotel, you'll be steps from Coromandel Peninsula.

What's nearby

  • Mercury Bay Museum - 1 min walk
  • Buffalo Beach - 4 min walk
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 11 min walk
  • Cooks Beach - 41 min drive
  • Cathedral Cove - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Pour House - 26 min drive
  • Buffalo Beach Takeaway - 6 min walk
  • Subway - 5 min walk
  • Stoked - 3 min walk
  • Smitty's Sports Bar & Grill - 4 min walk

About this property

Esplanade Apartments

Upscale aparthotel, walk to Buffalo Beach
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and laundry facilities are also featured at Esplanade Apartments. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Whitianga aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2006
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Esplanade Apartments offers 17 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Sunloungers
  • Hot springs nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible (with limits)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the shopping district
  • In the entertainment district

Things to do

  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 17 rooms
  • 4 floors
  • 1 building
  • Built in 2006

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Esplanade Apartments.

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 Apartments Apartment Whitianga
Esplanade Apartments Whitianga
Esplanade Apartments Whitianga
Esplanade Apartments Aparthotel
Esplanade Apartments Aparthotel Whitianga

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Esplanade Apartments?

Esplanade Apartments offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Esplanade Apartments?

As of 18 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Esplanade Apartments on 21 Apr 2024 start from AU$260.30, 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.

Is parking available at Esplanade Apartments?

Yep, Esplanade Apartments has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Esplanade Apartments?

Yep, Esplanade Apartments is a short 4-minute walk from Buffalo Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Does Esplanade Apartments have a pool?

Esplanade Apartments has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Esplanade Apartments?

No, Esplanade Apartments does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Esplanade Apartments?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Esplanade Apartments's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Esplanade Apartments?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Esplanade Apartments?

No, pets are not allowed.

Esplanade Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location
The room was excellent. We also got some discounts off Terry for local restaurants which where also excellent Location was spot on to get anywhere Don’t take highest 309 though it’s a gravel road for about 10 miles
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very convenient to local services, restaurants and has an outstanding outlook, Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Pat

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Seating was very worn and tattered repaired with duct tape otherwise hosts were great location excellent .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fabulous place to stay. The location was excellent, stunning views. The apartment was very clean, with a comfortable bed and had everything I required. Wonderful helpful hosts too. Would highly recommend and will be back to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dave

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Esplanade Apartments, was a shame it was only for 1 night. Great apartment with everything we needed. Terry and Deborah were great and allowed us to check in early with our infant for he could sleep which was awesome. We will definitely be back next time we’re in Whitianga.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Manav

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great Place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020