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A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a city view. - Esplanade Apartments (Whitianga)
A balcony with a wicker chair, a clear view of a parking area, and palm trees. - Esplanade Apartments (Whitianga)
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a pool and patio furniture. - Esplanade Apartments (Whitianga)
A modern living room with a large window, a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. - Esplanade Apartments (Whitianga)
A modern living room with a glass dining table, comfortable seating, a TV, and a view of the outdoors. - Esplanade Apartments (Whitianga)
Located close to Lost Spring Thermal Pools and Buffalo Beach, Esplanade Apartments provides a terrace, laundry facilities, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a glass sliding door leading to a balcony, and a view of a tree and houses.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with a table and chairs, a view of palm trees and mountains, and a door leading to a bedroom.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, River View

  • River view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A parking area with cars, a playground, and a body of water with palm trees in the background.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Harbor View

  • Harbor view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with lounge chairs, a table, and a view of a parking lot and greenery.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with a pool, wicker furniture, and a sliding glass door leading to an interior space.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with a table and chairs, a sliding door, and a view of palm trees and a swimming pool.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern outdoor dining area with a table and chairs, a glass door leading to a bedroom, and a view of palm trees and a street.

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a road and palm trees.

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with a table and chairs, a sliding glass door, and a view of a green landscape with palm trees and mountains.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, River View

  • River view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A parking area with cars, a playground, and a body of water with palm trees in the background.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View

  • Harbor view
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View | Terrace/patio

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View

  • Harbor view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a parking area and a body of water with boats.

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View

  • Harbor view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A coastal view with parked cars, palm trees, and a beach in the background.

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of houses and trees.

Deluxe Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 80 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A parking lot with cars, a sign for Studio Holiday Apartments, and a view of a beach with palm trees and a playground.

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Harbor View

  • Harbor view
  • 80 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Presidential Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View

A coastal parking area with cars, a pedestrian, and a view of the beach and ocean.

Presidential Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic view of mountains and palm trees.

Presidential Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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View from room

Apartment, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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36-inch TV with satellite channels

Premium Apartment, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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36-inch TV with satellite channels

Family Apartment, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with a pool, wicker furniture, and a sliding glass door leading to an interior space.

Apartment, Pool View

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

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 cave exploring and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Whitianga travel guide
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8 Esplanade, Whitianga, 3510

What's nearby

  • A starfish on a sandy beach with scattered shells and rocks.
    Buffalo Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mercury Bay Museum
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cathedral Cove
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds
    15 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)
    161 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Church Restaurant and Accomodation
    25 min drive
  • Hahei Beach Cafe
    26 min drive
  • Grace O'Malley's
    1 min walk
  • The Pour House
    26 min drive
  • Snapper Jacks Restaurant
    4 min walk

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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

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 day

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 36-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

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Parking height restrictions apply

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Esplanade Apartments have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Esplanade Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Esplanade Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Esplanade Apartments?

Check-out is at 10:00 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.

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

Esplanade Apartments Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 80 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Location was as good as it gets so close to everything you need on your holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very friendly and nice lady on the front desk, awesome room and amenities central located very reasonable price for peak season, would definitely return again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

PREETIKA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean room, close to wharf, restaurants & bars. Could not use coffee provided in room as it seemed to have been expired which we could not use however great coffee shops in the vicinity. Hand basin in the bathroom is quite low & the vanity cupboard protrudes over it.... inconvenient especially for tall people. Room did not have air conditioning but great fans were provided. Basement parking is very safe but not suitable for a lowered car but can park on the street however it is not secure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is very convenient to local services, restaurants and has an outstanding outlook, Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Seating was very worn and tattered repaired with duct tape otherwise hosts were great location excellent .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great service. Ideal location. Brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at the Esplanade and would highly recommend. The staff as always were very customer focused.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Receptionist very obliging. Most facilities are within walking difference. Only some apartments are north facing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Varna

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

10/10 Excellent

Lenka

Liked: Amenities
Amazing facilities, super friendly and accommodating staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Manav

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great Place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annanda

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

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Greer

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Right in Town centre
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

chris

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
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Murray

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Spacious apartment but bathroom a little cramped. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026