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The Esplanade Hotel

Property class: 4

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A city skyline with a prominent tower, a waterfront with boats, and a parking area with cars and palm trees.
A historic building with a prominent hotel sign, multiple windows, and classic architecture.
A road intersection with palm trees, parked cars, and a view of the water.
A hotel room with a large window, wicker furniture, a table set with a vase of flowers, and a red umbrella outside.
A sunlit room with a large bay window, wicker furniture, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Victoria Road, Auckland, 0647
  • Place, Waitemata Harbour
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Devonport Chocolates
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Victoria
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room (Windsor )

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Double Room (Windsor )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Harbour View Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a dresser.

Harbour View Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Room, Harbour View (Sunroom)

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a dresser, and a window with blinds.

King Room, Harbour View (Sunroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Victoria Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a standing fan, a window with curtains, and a view of the cityscape.

Victoria Suite

  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, City View

A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with white and green bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with blue curtains, and a mirror on the wall.

Deluxe Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Flagstaff Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Flagstaff Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King -Sun Room

A hotel room with a bed, green pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a telephone.

King -Sun Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bedrooms Penthouse Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Victoria Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Esplanade Hotel

Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hotel has a coffee shop/cafe and conference space. Free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and a TV in a common area are onsite.
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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they enjoy the helpful staff at The Esplanade Hotel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Cheltenham Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception, plus a bar.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a beachfront location while dining at The Esplanade bar
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and meeting rooms
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Cheltenham Beach and 6 minutes from Narrow Neck Beach
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly The Esplanade Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 4-star Auckland hotel is smoke free.

The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
The Esplanade bar - This bar is located on the beach. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Cafe - This coffee shop is located on the beach. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 5 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • cafe
  • The Esplanade bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1903
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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 available
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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers an airport pickup service.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

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 day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 85.0 per day
  • 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.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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

The Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 518 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 518 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 518 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 518 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 518 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location was great and the Hotel had a great old charm feel !.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, classic building, helpful staff, nothing to complain, good value. We enjoyed the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are excellent, we wanted to take the waiter home with us. Very friendly, excellent breakfast and facilities - highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice view. Good big bed. Nice sunroom. Old fashioned but well maintained. Room is large with high ceilings. 130 years old, has a lot of character. Right in Devonport. Good price point. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Way beyond expectations. We booked with the expectation of a room with a view. We were delighted with the private penthouse suite. Better and bigger than our apartment. It had not one but two rooms with a magnificent view of Devonport wharf and Waitemata harbour.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Vern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
parking is an issue, our room was old which we like but this room needed some tlc. Room and areas were clean and staff was good. If owners ever rejuvenated the property it would be a hot spot for travelers in my opinion. Road to the area is busy and the night views of Auckland are incredible. The bar has limited hours but worked great for us, good light food and drinks with locals.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ross A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The facility was in a good location, but it tends to need more care. The restaurant was not open. Overall, this old hotel is a unique place to stay, which was a good choice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Niko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the fresh towels every day
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hywel

Oozes character. Slightly zany, antithesis of smart city centre hotel. Love it
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, and our room was nice and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gina Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and lovely view which wasn’t expected- delighted to share with my mum and enjoy the historic building and its surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love old heritage buildings so to stay in one was my cuppa tea. My room had a great view. Location was awesome, walking distance to so many places. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Love this hotel - has old fashion charm
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rangi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect & everything we wanted for our stay. We will be back again for my birthday in June!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property in excellent location
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was average, minimum amenities,bad parking, not much in the way of staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Nesleen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, easy access to transport, the beaches and the village.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashvat

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff and an excellent place to stay. If I have to visit Auckland, I will chose only this place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hemi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall really great break away
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ronelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything, very clean and tidy. Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so accommodating! We ended up needing an extra night so we booked via a different website and the staff combined our two reservations and even switched us rooms when a fan wasn’t working to an upgraded view! We were so extremely comfortable and it was the perfect location right in main Devonport a one minute walk to the ferry which we took everyday downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From Check-In to Check-out the staff where friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Olde world charm and close proximity
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025