The Esplanade Hotel

4.0 star property
Sandy fun near Spark Arena and Auckland Ferry Terminal

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Interior entrance
Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, highchair
Property entrance
Harbour View Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 443
SAR 509 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Double Room (Windsor )

Highlights

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

Victoria Suite

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)

Highlights

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

Harbour View Room

Highlights

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

Deluxe Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Highlights

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

Flagstaff Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Victoria Road, Auckland, 0647

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 Intl. Airport (AKL) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Wheat Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Narrow Neck Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Manuka Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Taste Thai Cuisine - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Esplanade Hotel

Upscale hotel near Auckland Ferry Terminal
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, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and a beachfront location. 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 roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and a billiards/pool table
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a TV in the lobby, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, 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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

  • The Esplanade Restaurant
  • High Tea Room

Things to do

  • Bike parking
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Reusable cups only
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free newspapers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Local maps
  • 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
This property offers an airport pickup service.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 45.0 per night

Property 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 percent

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 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 pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating 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 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?

Check-out 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 Cheltenham Beach, Sky Tower, and Auckland Ferry Terminal. Narrow Neck Beach and Queens Wharf are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 475 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 475 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 475 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 475 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 475 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hemi

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

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff. No A/C. Very soft mattress. Opened several windows and hotel provided a floor fan. Room cooled down after sundown.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building is 122 years old and you can see that But it’s fairly well kept up and has lots of charm The room was large, with a very nice bathroom The living area had a large three piece couch and a nice balcony with a view of the ocean The staff helped us out by bringing us a toaster and microwave, as the restaurant was temporarily closed Overall it was a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Lovely room and just a amble down the promenade to the venue
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, staff were helpful, great location, comfy bed and the hotel had everything we needed. The room upgrade was a great bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

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

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view
Comfortable tidy room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely modern property Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old Hotel, room was very comfortable and view of Auckland from the room was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
A building with character, great staff who are very obliging, and a very convenient location. Perhaps there are some tired parts, but we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

t

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Beautiful old hotel, needs a bit of TLC, but place is full of character. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

anthony

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

8/10 Good

Keneti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historical place in beautiful Devonport. Its age shows but room was clean staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

lia

Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s a heritage building and has a lovely view
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

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

8/10 Good

Fraser

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

10/10 Excellent

Rangi

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

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

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