Esplanade Apartments
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Esplanade Apartments

8 The Esplanade, Whitianga, Waikato, 3510, New Zealand
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Located in Whitianga, Esplanade Apartments is in a shopping district, a 4-minute walk from Buffalo Beach and 11 minutes by foot from Lost Spring Thermal Pools. This aparthotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Coromandel Peninsula and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Mercury Bay Museum.Show More
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Amenities
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Private parkingFree
Surfing
Playground
Golf course
Wi-Fi in public areas
Front desk (limited hours)
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Property Description
Located in Whitianga, Esplanade Apartments is in a shopping district, a 4-minute walk from Buffalo Beach and 11 minutes by foot from Lost Spring Thermal Pools. This aparthotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Coromandel Peninsula and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Mercury Bay Museum.
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4.4/5
Very Good
Cleanliness4.4
Amenities4.4
Location4.4
Service4.4
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Waterfront Playground
(<100m)
Landmarks: Cathedral Cove Scenic Cruises
(100m)
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1 Bedroom Apartment, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Waterfront)
5

1 Bedroom Apartment, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Waterfront)

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Electric fan
Towels
Microwave
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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Family)
7

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Family)

1 Queen bed and 2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
TV
Towels
Microwave
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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterfront)
8

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterfront)

Bedroom 1:2 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
TV
Towels
Microwave
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Standard Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Bedroom Partial View)
7

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

Bedroom 1:1 Single bed ● Bedroom 2:1 Double bed ● Bedroom 3:1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
TV
Towels
Microwave
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Superior Apartment

Superior Apartment

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed ● Bedroom 2:1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private toilet
Wi-Fi in room
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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Partial View)
8

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

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed ● Bedroom 2:1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private toilet
Wi-Fi in room
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Premium Apartment, Kitchen (3 Bedroom Ocean View)
6

Premium Apartment, Kitchen (3 Bedroom Ocean View)

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed ● Bedroom 2:2 Single bed ● Bedroom 3:1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ocean view
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Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Harbor View)
6

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

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed ● Bedroom 2:1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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Standard Apartment 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Partial View/Pool)
7

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

1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Towels
Microwave
Private toilet
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Three-Bedroom Apartment
4

Three-Bedroom Apartment

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed ● Bedroom 2:1 Queen bed ● Bedroom 3:1 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric fan
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Guest Reviews

4.4/5
Very Good
30 reviews
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  • Cleanliness4.4
  • Amenities4.4
  • Location4.4
  • Service4.4
Average for similar properties in Whitianga
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AI Summary
The accommodation impresses with its cleanliness, modern amenities, and helpful staff. Guests enjoy comfortable rooms and convenient location near various attractions. However, some may find it a bit pricey.
V‍a‍r‍n‍a
April 10, 2025
Was a good hotel close to whitiangi town center
L‍i‍s‍a
March 29, 2025
Located next to 4 excellent restaurants. The beach and water taxi are within walking distance and friendly staff. Will stay again if I ever make it back.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 19, 2025
Not a review but after reading the last review where they left you stranded for the night, thank you your review is very helpful. I will definitely not be booking here. That’s appalling what they did to you! I hope you at least get your money back.
M‍u‍r‍r‍a‍y
January 8, 2025
Worst accommodation experience we’ve ever had! We arrived at Esplanade at 7:15pm to check-in, however reception was closed and there was no way to access our apartment. We called and messaged the afterhours contact number several times over the next two hours, but nobody returned our calls. There was no alternative accommodation available nearby and so, after waiting for several hours, our only option was to drive 2.5 hours back to Auckland that night! The next morning I got hold of Terry. He advised me that they’re not a “hotel” and we should have arrived before 6pm to check in. The check-in deadline was not disclosed to us at the time of booking, and we had no idea of this requirement. Unbelievably, Terry let me know that he received our messages the night we were trying to access the apartment, but he didn’t bother returning our calls because he was out to dinner and it wasn’t an “emergency”. He couldn’t have been more flippant about the situation. Although Esplanade had emailed us that day asking us to arrive by 6pm, I wasn’t monitoring my emails on the road (and the email went to junk anyway). God only knows why they didn’t try calling us at any point to let us know about the 6pm deadline. Leaving people stranded without accommodation for the night seems worth a phone call. Esplanade charged us for the accommodation and is refusing a refund. We are well seasoned travelers, and this is hands down the worst accommodation experience we’ve ever had. Stay
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 8, 2025
Worst accommodation experience we’ve ever had! We arrived at Esplanade at 7:15pm to check-in, however reception was closed and there was no way to access our apartment. We called and messaged the afterhours contact number several times over the next two hours, but nobody returned our calls. There was no alternative accommodation available nearby and so, after waiting for several hours, our only option was to drive 2.5 hours back to Auckland that night! The next morning I got hold of Terry. He advised me that they’re not a “hotel” and we should have arrived before 6pm to check in. The check-in deadline was not disclosed to us at the time of booking, and we had no idea of this requirement. Unbelievably, Terry let me know that he received our messages the night we were trying to access the apartment, but he didn’t bother returning our calls because he was out to dinner and it wasn’t an “emergency”. He couldn’t have been more flippant about the situation. Although Esplanade had emailed us that day asking us to arrive by 6pm, I wasn’t monitoring my emails on the road (and the email went to junk anyway). God only knows why they didn’t try calling us at any point to let us know about the 6pm deadline. Leaving people stranded without accommodation for the night seems worth a phone call. Esplanade charged us for the accommodation and is refusing a refund. We are well seasoned travelers, and this is hands down the worst accommodation experience we’ve ever had. Stay clear!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 1, 2025
8 Esplanade is one of the few apartment blocks in town. Extremely good value. Three bedroom apartment with access to pool and spa. Two bathrooms and two dining spots. I would recommend this place. I have some advice if you do book make sure you pay in advance this way you are going to have as little to do with the management of the place as possible. This way you can avoid any mutual judgements. I could have easily paid on my Australian account online. 50% had already been two Weeks earlier from the booking site. $750. Had already been paid. Technically 1 and half days had already been paid and 1 and a half had not been paid. Technically they could or should have have given us the key so we could go and pay the rest online as the actual card wasn't working. Computer says No. Computer says No with a smiling face dripping with insincerity. It would have been so easy to take our credit card details and pay the rest that way. It is great place and we would have certainly come back because they have board games, thoughtful DVDs, lots of information and even spades for hot water beach. And great access to streaming services. However the lack of practical wisdom, discretion or imagination to take my credit details to pay the remainder of the stay was extraordinary. I paid it via eftpos. We just would have preferred to have that money for meals and treats and stuff. It just left a very bad test in our mouths one that felt that these people didn’t trust us at all. Consequently I didn’t feel very relaxed. Just make sure you pay it all first or have plenty of card access to credit. I agree with other reviews that the apartments are excellent but we will most certainly not be coming back.
A‍n‍n‍a‍n‍d‍a
September 9, 2024
Thank you for clear communication. We had a great stay.
P‍h‍i‍l‍l‍i‍p
December 7, 2023
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

Services & Amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Health & Wellness
Activities
Public Areas
Cleaning Services
Facilities for Children
Safety & Security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–18:00
Check-out: Before 10:00

Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–18:00

Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.

Breakfast
Breakfast not provided.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.

Paying at the Hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Opened: 2006
  • Number of Rooms: 15
Located in Whitianga, Esplanade Apartments is in a shopping district, a 4-minute walk from Buffalo Beach and 11 minutes by foot from Lost Spring Thermal Pools. This aparthotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Coromandel Peninsula and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Mercury Bay Museum.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace.

At Esplanade Apartments, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant.

Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 17 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Rooms have private balconies. LED televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy for Esplanade Apartments?

The cancellation policy for Esplanade Apartments varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Esplanade Apartments?

Standard check-in time at Esplanade Apartments is 14:00-18:00 and check-out time is 10:00.

Does Esplanade Apartments provide breakfast?

No, Esplanade Apartments doesn't provide breakfast.

Can I bring my pet inside the Esplanade Apartments?

As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in Esplanade Apartments.

About This Property

Average Price FromPHP14081
Hotel Star Rating4