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VR Takapuna

4.0 star property
A beachfront escape in Takapuna where ocean views greet guests each morning and the shoreline offers endless possibilities for exploration

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VR Takapuna, across from the beach, offers a peaceful getaway. Bayswater Café serves international dishes with marina views. Relax in the garden or stay connected with in-room WiFi. The concierge team helps guests make the most of this highly-rated location.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Waterview Suite (Complimentary City Ferry)

  • City view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Complimentary City Ferry)

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Complimentary City Ferry)

  • Harbour view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View (Complimentary City Ferry)

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Harbour View (Complimentary City Ferry)

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View (Complimentary City Ferry)

  • City view
  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite (Complimentary City Ferry)

Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Executive Suite (Complimentary City Ferry)

  • Garden view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Located in Bayswater, a neighborhood in Auckland, VR Takapuna is near a metro station and on the waterfront. Sky Tower is a notable landmark, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Wharf and Sylvia Park Shopping Center. Check out an event or a game at Spark Arena, and consider making time for Auckland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Auckland travel guide
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1 Beresford Street, Auckland, 0622

What's nearby

  • Waitemata Harbour
    Waitemata Harbour
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sky Tower
    Sky Tower
    19 min drive - 15.5 km
  • SkyCity Casino
    SkyCity Casino
    19 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Clock tower at the University of Auckland, New Zealand
    University of Auckland
    19 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Spark Arena
    22 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Daldy Street Tram Stop
    13 min drive
  • Auckland Remuera Station
    17 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sherry’s Kitchen
    11 min drive
  • Kawana Coffee House
    11 min drive
  • Wild Wheat Bakery
    4 min drive
  • Joe's Fish & Chips
    3 min drive
  • Northcote Tavern
    12 min drive

About this property

VR Takapuna

  • Upscale hotel near Auckland Ferry Terminal
  • Located close to Princes Wharf and Takapuna Beach, VR Takapuna provides a marina, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site café, Bayswater, features international cuisine and a beachfront location. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), a free ferry terminal shuttle, and tour/ticket assistance
    • A front-desk safe, 1 meeting room, and coffee/tea in the lobby
    • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at VR Takapuna feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
  • More amenities include:
    • Childcare services and cribs/infant beds
    • Down comforters, sofa beds, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
    • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
    • HDTVs with premium channels and DVD players
    • Separate sitting areas, kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bayswater

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (301 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2011
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Queen sofa bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The property charges 3.50 percent for credit card payments

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per night

Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 250 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 25 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.50 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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is VR Takapuna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at VR Takapuna?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at VR Takapuna?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is VR Takapuna located?

Located in Bayswater, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Auckland Ferry Terminal, University of Auckland, and Princes Wharf. Takapuna Beach and Sky Tower 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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Reviews

VR Takapuna Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 449 out of 985 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 985 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 985 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 985 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 985 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Magnus

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stannade här fyra nätter pga covid-19 lockdownen innan vi kunde resa hem till Sverige. Fick lägenheten på första våningen i hörnet mot vattnet (tror det var 109?) vilket gav en riktigt fin utsikt trots att det var längst ner. Var perfekt för oss som familj med barnvagn att kunna ta lite dagliga promenader i området, bla ner till hamnen där man fick en bra bild av Auckland skyline. Boendet i säg var bra och överensstämde väl med bilderna.
Solnedgång i vardagsrummet
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Mathias

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
gute Lage zur Stadt, man erreicht mit dem Shuttleboat in nächster Nähe binnen 10 min. das Stadzentrum, so ist man nicht auf das Taxi angewiesen. Das Frühstück ist leider sehr bescheiden und lässt zu wünschen übrig
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is tired and many of the amenities such as the dishwasher or Clothes washers don't work.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpets were stained. Reception closed at night. Great ferry access to city. Ample parking Generous room size.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
The location was nice, but our room felt stuffy/the air seemed stale and there was mould in the showers tile grout
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pleasant, convenient, safe area, beautiful part of Auckland, beautiful view. The room was in excellent condition; clean and spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointing service and rooms not ready!

Check in was 2pm and we arrived at 2.05 planning to have an afternoon nap, then get ready to leave to go to a wedding down the road at 4pm. Unfortunately, the room was not ready, and we had to hang around until 3.10 to get into the room. Whereupon we had to race to get ready in time. If we had known, we wouldve stayed at home and gotten ready there. There were AT LEAST two other guests that this happened to as well, so it wasn’t a one-off occurrence. They offered us late checkout which was of no use to us, then Como breakfast, which TBH, was complete crap. Being your own food. The curtains were coming off their track and there was what looked like a bloodstain on the carpet. Not impressive. Disappointing response when I gave feedback. Judging by other feedback, the management of this hotel has declined in recent years. The chain management needs to step in and sort out.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Spacious, clean and convenient. Shower needs fixing, also cupboard doors need to be reattached to the fridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeremiah

Great Auckland Skyline Views

The place is a little drive away, but if your willing to commute and go through traffic everyday, the harborside and Auckland skyline views are worth it. The place itself is a little worse for wear and would greatly benefit from a little touch up. Cleanliness was meadiocre. Its a shame because this place has the potential to be one of the best stays (good views, ok commute, good staff) in Auckland. However, during the middle of our stay, we asked our room to be cleaned. Good thing we went back early because we found our hotel room door, wide open, with all our stuff, othes and bags hanging around. I mean, i dont think anything was stolen and it looked like we came back to our stuff like how we left it, but it appeared like the cleaner left our hotel door a-jar after cleaning the room. It looked like theh were understaffed and busy that day, but that was very unacceptable.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was large and a good price for the area. The kitchen was clean, tidy and kept well. The bathroom was big but a bit run down. I was in a garden apartment and there were ants along the wall in the lounge and into the bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

The room is big, however the wifi is really poor.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booking stated King size bed we were given Queen size which was extremely soft and uncomfortable Apartment was old and needs redecorating carpets in the apartment are badly stained Restaurant menu was extremely poor and the advertised special we ordered was not available due to delivery problems
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apparent was very spacious inside with modern kitchen and bathroom. There is plenty of storage space everywhere, including a walk in robe. The views from room 310 were excellent looking over the harbour and city, although there is a big ugly tree blocking half of it. The apparent windows were very dirty and the balcony was covered in leaves and sap from the tree. Not nice to walk on in bare feet. It is a short walk to the boat harbour and ferry. There are no restaurants or shops nearby, but the restaurant at the resort had nice meals at very reasonable prices. The view from the restaurant was perfect. Overall it was a nice place to stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view from our suite. Mismatched toilet seat. Ensuite bathroom position meant second couple had to walk right around the bed of first couple during the night to pee.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Matteo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
wie immer sehr sauber, das Hotel hat eine bemerkenswerte Lage vom North Shore aus auf die gesamte Skyline von Auckland
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great views of the city

Lovely place to stay. Across from the city with great views
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a late check in 11 pm I was stressed wondering how long would it take for some one to help me ...I shouldn't of worried with in minutes I was in my room all sorted.. great value accomadation .I will be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Mei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
located at quiet neighborhood with harbor view. clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Prue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for our stay very close to Bayswater ferries
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The nice views and beautiful location. The apartments were roomy & comfotable. Would only recomend staying if you have a vehicle - whilst close to the ferry, the weejend services were limited.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed Plumbing was very loud and sink pipes kept us awake all night
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location ,price and rooms were excellent would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean and tidy and the staff were really good to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ajax

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Some of the staff were great. The property was what we needed. The only problem was the room was not ready on check in at the time as other guests over stayed so not their fault. Hotel was fully booked. How ever this was not our problem. We were left waiting with a young family. The room needed the floor cleaned it was stained and messy. We found empty bottles of alcohol under the bed. It must have been a party room. Overall not that impressed as too the cleanliness for the young family.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Property quite tired and untidy grounds. No one on reception when we checked out just after 8, room still being cleaned at 5pm on arrival, asked for blanket for bed and didn’t arrive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020