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The Esplanade Hotel

4-star property
1 Victoria Road, Auckland, 1800 796 370
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4.2 out of 5
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"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 ... " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 08 Apr 2024

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Hotel Description

At The Esplanade Hotel you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Sky Tower and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Auckland Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this beach hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant, and free self parking.

The restaurant, The Esplanade Restaurant, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a free manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-star Devonport hotel, attractions include Queen Street Shopping District and SkyCity Casino.

Flagstaff Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
AU$90* Per night/room 6 May - 7 May

Double Room (Windsor )

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Victoria Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Harbour View Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

King Room, Harbour View (Sunroom)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

The Esplanade Hotel ratings based on 110 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.2 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Esplanade Hotel

Everyone (56) Couples (36) Business (1) Family (11)
4 out of 5
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.

Posted by on 8 Apr. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

8 Apr. 2024 by Esplanade Team

Thank you for your review and for choosing our hotel. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay and are looking forward to having you again as a guest in our hotel.Team Esplanade

4 out of 5
Average stay, room could do with a lot of r&m, old building with character. Clean enough but a lot of wear and tear. The location is excellent to get around

Posted by on 22 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

25 Jan. 2024 by Esplanade Team

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for reviewing your recent stay. Would be more than happy to welcome you again.Thanks!

5 out of 5
Historic gem on the waterfront. Many thanks for the stay.

Posted by on 10 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Dec. 2023 by Esplanade Team

Thanks for your kind words. We hope you had a wonderful stay and will be more than happy to welcome you again in the future!!

5 out of 5
Stunning views, close to transport, city, Waiheke, excellent beaches. Lovely cotton sheets, great food, bar and entertainment.

Posted by on 3 Nov. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

10 Nov. 2023 by Esplanade Team

Thank you for giving us a perfect rating and for recommending our hotel to other travellers. We are sure our entire hotel staff enjoyed catering to your needs as much as you enjoyed your stay. Take care!

5 out of 5
Handy to ferry and bus. Property old but kept in nice condition.

Posted by on 29 May 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

30 May 2023 by Esplanade Team

Thank you for your review and for choosing our hotel. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay and are looking forward to having you again as a guest in our hotel.

4 out of 5

Posted by on 22 May 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

16 Jun. 2023 by Esplanade Team

We appreciate your positive feedback about our hotel. We do take pride in catering to our guests’ needs the best way we can. If you’re traveling to our area again soon, don’t hesitate to call us.Thank you!

5 out of 5
A beautiful hotel with amazing view over the harbour and so convenient to everything. I loved this place.!!

Posted by on 21 May 2023

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21 May 2023 by Esplanade Team

•Thank you for giving us a perfect rating and for recommending our hotel to other travellers. We are sure our entire hotel staff enjoyed catering to your needs as much as you enjoyed your stay. Take care!

5 out of 5
Exceptional service.

Posted by on 30 Apr. 2023

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1 May 2023 by Esplanade Team

Thank you for your review and for choosing our hotel. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay and are looking forward to having you again as a guest in our hotel.

2 out of 5
The building and position is beautiful - the condition of the property is dilapidated and the bed belongs in the tip. Mattress old and bed base floppy. Also the linen was Kmart quality. We supposedly got an upgrade because they couldn't serve breakfast - heaven only knows what we were upgraded from. No parking - guests are expected to go and move their cars unless they pay public parking fees. Staff were friendly (especially bar staff) and position in Devonport really lovely.

Posted by on 15 Apr. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

15 Apr. 2023 by Esplanade

Dear Guest,We apologise for the dissatisfaction you experienced during your visit. We value your comments and will work hard to make it a good experience for all travellers. Thank you!

4 out of 5
Fabulous position with fab views

Posted by on 11 Apr. 2023

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11 Apr. 2023 by Dalip

•We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for reviewing your recent stay. Would be more than happy to welcome you again.Team Esplanade

About the The Esplanade Hotel

Location 1 Victoria Road, Auckland, 0647

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly The Esplanade Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available. This 4-star Auckland hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1903
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

The Esplanade Hotel offers 16 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Cribs (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.

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.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 11:00 PM

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 front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

This property offers an airport pickup service.

The Esplanade Hotel offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 11:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 10:30 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are not cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • 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 percent

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

Hotel Names

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

You should know

  • 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.

National Rating

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

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