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Esplanade Apartments

4.0 star property
Aparthotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Buffalo Beach

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterfront) | View from room
Premium Apartment, Kitchen (3 bedroom Ocean View) | Living area | 40-inch TV with satellite channels
Standard Apartment 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Partial View/Pool) | View from room
1 Bedroom Apartment, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Waterfront) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Premium Apartment, Kitchen (3 bedroom Ocean View) | Living area | 40-inch TV with satellite channels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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8 Esplanade, Whitianga, 3510
  • Place, Mercury Bay Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Buffalo Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, River View

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Harbor View

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, River View

  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View

  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 861 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Harbor View

  • 861 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Presidential Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Presidential Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Whitianga

Buffalo Beach is within a 5-minute walk of Esplanade Apartments while other popular sites like Lost Spring Thermal Pools are within a 15-minute stroll. This 17-room, 4-star aparthotel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Mercury Bay Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Buffalo Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds - 15 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Maramaratotara Bay - 9 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pour House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Espy Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eggcentric Cafe - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Go Vino - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Coro Club - Café & Venue - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Esplanade Apartments

Aparthotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Buffalo Beach
Guests of Esplanade Apartments enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. Free parking is included with your stay. This hot springs aparthotel also has laundry facilities.
Each apartment features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 40-inch TV with satellite channels. Beds sport premium bedding and the bathroom offers a hair dryer and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffee.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.

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

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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

Family friendly

  • Crib: NZD 10 per day

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Dining

  • A restaurant
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 50 per night

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Portable fan

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
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district

Things to do

  • 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: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday to Friday (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM), Wednesday to Wednesday (1:00 PM – 6:00 PM), and Saturday to Saturday (1:00 PM – 6:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The aparthotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National 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

Is free cancellation available at Esplanade Apartments?

Esplanade Apartments provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Esplanade Apartments?

This aparthotel in Whitianga is within a 10-minute walk of Buffalo Beach and Mercury Bay Museum. You'll also find Lost Spring Thermal Pools and Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this aparthotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the aparthotel.

Does Esplanade Apartments have a casino?

No, Esplanade Apartments doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Esplanade Apartments?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Esplanade Apartments?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this aparthotel, including a kitchen and premium bedding in each apartment with some featuring ocean views.

Does Esplanade Apartments have a hot tub?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Esplanade Apartments have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Esplanade Apartments doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Esplanade Apartments allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Esplanade Apartments.

Are there connecting rooms at this aparthotel?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this aparthotel.

How close is the airport from Esplanade Apartments?

The closest major airport to Esplanade Apartments is Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome), which is 1.6 mi away (3 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Esplanade Apartments?

Yes, every apartment at Esplanade Apartments comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or pool views.

Reviews

Esplanade Apartments Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 72 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Pim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenka

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Amazing facilities, super friendly and accommodating staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Varna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was a good hotel close to whitiangi town center
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Murray

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for clear communication. We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Greer

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Right in Town centre
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Ideal location. Brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

read the fine print when you sign in

lots of fees - extra towels, paper goods, etc as an experienced traveler - if they need to cover the costs - raise the room cost and be done with these hidden costs
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

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

Shannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We had a great stay at the apartments, hosts were friendly, place was clean and the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler
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

Traveled 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

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great Place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris J

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris, NZ

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Amazing location right next to the playground and the ferry. Wonderful apartment with all the facilities that we wanted. Knowledgable and friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Muz, Tauranga

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location and well presented apartments. They even gave us the choice of rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terri, BC Canada

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Close to restaurants and stores. Very accommodating with storing our luggage and our appartment was ready when we arrived early. This was such a convenience to us as it gave us the extra time to explore Whitianga!The appartment had all the comforts of homeThis was a bonus. Very friendly and accommodating owners/ managers. I would recommend this lodging to everyone. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020