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The Esplanade Hotel

Property class: 4

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Consider a stay at The Esplanade Hotel and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a bar and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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 WiFi

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 WiFi

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 WiFi

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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

Two Bedrooms Penthouse Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Victoria Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Located in Devonport, a neighborhood in Auckland, The Esplanade Hotel is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Queen Street Shopping District and Princes Wharf, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Auckland Ferry Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Spark Arena or Eden Park. Boat tours and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Auckland travel guide
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1 Victoria Road, Auckland, 0647

What's nearby

  • A marina with boats, a prominent tower, and a city skyline.
    Waitemata Harbour
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A coastal cityscape with a prominent tower, a harbor with boats, and residential areas with houses.
    Mount Victoria
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A beach with a clear sky, calm sea, and a distant mountain.
    Cheltenham Beach
    5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Devonport Chocolates
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Devonport Museum
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Daldy Street Tram Stop
    15 min drive
  • Auckland Remuera Station
    19 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tiny Triumphs
    2 min walk
  • The Paddington
    19 min drive
  • Amano
    18 min drive
  • 46 &York
    18 min drive
  • Slattery & Sons
    18 min drive

About this property

The Esplanade Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Sky Tower
  • You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at The Esplanade Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and conference space.
  • Other perks include:
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), free newspapers, and an elevator
    • A banquet hall, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
    • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and bicycle parking
    • 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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip 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

  • Crib (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
  • Elevator
  • 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
  • Crib (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

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

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

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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Esplanade Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Esplanade Hotel?

As of Aug 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Esplanade Hotel on Aug 23, 2026 start from CA $90, 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.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

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?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Devonport hotel is in the historical district, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Cheltenham Beach, and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Sky Tower. Auckland Ferry Terminal and Narrow Neck Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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