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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-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Premium Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (3 bedroom Penthouse) | In-room dining

Overview of Esplanade Apartments

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Highlight
  • Cleanliness is scored top 10% in Whitianga by travellers.

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Check out the area

Map
8 Esplanade, Whitianga, 3510
  • Popular LocationBuffalo Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationLost Spring Thermal Pools11 min walk
  • Popular LocationCooks Beach41 min drive
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Room options

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Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Harbor View) | Terrace/patio

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

Highlights

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

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

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

Highlights

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

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Partial view) | View from room

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

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Bedroom Partial view)

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
3 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 969 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Premium Apartment, Kitchen (3 bedroom Ocean View)

Premium Apartment, Kitchen (3 bedroom Ocean View) | View from room

Premium Apartment, Kitchen (3 bedroom Ocean View)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washer/dryer
3 bedrooms
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterfront)

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterfront) | View from room

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterfront)

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Apartment, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Waterfront)

1 Bedroom Apartment, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Waterfront) | Terrace/patio

1 Bedroom Apartment, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Waterfront)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Family)

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Family) | View from room

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Family)

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Premium Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (3 bedroom Penthouse)

Premium Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (3 bedroom Penthouse) | View from room

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Washing machine
3 bedrooms
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Whitianga

Located in Whitianga, Esplanade Apartments is in the entertainment district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Buffalo Beach and Lost Spring Thermal Pools. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring nearby.
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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

Entire place

Esplanade Apartments

Upscale aparthotel, walk to Buffalo Beach
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free aparthotel has a restaurant and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find an LED TV with satellite channels and a DVD player, and other amenities include free WiFi and a balcony. Housekeeping is not available.
Esplanade Apartments offers 17 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

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

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot springs nearby
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LED TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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

  • 1 building
  • 17 units
  • 4 floors
  • 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 percent 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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, 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

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
Alcohol is not served at this property
Parking height restrictions apply

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.

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

Does Esplanade Apartments have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Esplanade Apartments?

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Esplanade Apartments on May 6, 2024 start from CA $199.69, excluding 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 Esplanade Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Esplanade Apartments?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Esplanade Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Esplanade Apartments?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Esplanade Apartments located?

Situated in the entertainment district, this aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of Buffalo Beach and Lost Spring Thermal Pools.

Esplanade Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, seaview from balcony, easy to walk to restaurants, shops & the beach. Well-appointed apartments including options for wet weather stays. Host very welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

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