The Esplanade Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Auckland
About the Hotel
Historic Waterfront Accommodation
The Esplanade Hotel stands on the Devonport waterfront, a 10-minute ferry ride from Auckland CBD. This New Zealand Historic Places Trust building features 16 rooms with Edwardian architecture, high ceilings, and sash windows. The Penthouse Apartment includes two bedrooms, two ensuites, a kitchen, and a fireplace. The Victoria Suite offers a single room with ensuite and lounge. All rooms provide tea/coffee facilities, flat-screen satellite TVs, and views of Waitemata Harbour or Windsor Reserve.
Esplanade Bar & Grill
The property serves cooked breakfasts with options like the Big E breakfast. The Esplanade Bar & Grill offers signature dishes curated by a chef with over a decade of experience, along with New Zealand wines and craft beers. Bar snacks are available from 3:00 PM onward. The restaurant features views across Waitemata Harbour.
Local Exploration & Activities
Across the road, Windsor Reserve has a playground and picnic areas under Pohutakawa trees. Nearby North Head features underground army tunnels and gun emplacements. Torpedo Bay Navy Museum showcases New Zealand's maritime history. Magicbroomstick Segway tours explore Devonport. Cheltenham Beach offers safe swimming. Ferries depart to Tiritiri Matangi, Waiheke, and Kawau islands.
Devonport Village Location
The hotel is in central Devonport, characterized by Victorian wooden villas and native Pohutakawa trees. It is adjacent to the Devonport Visitor Information Centre. Victoria Road features boutique shops, art galleries, cafes, and seafood restaurants. The Devonport ferry terminal provides service to Auckland CBD. Mount Victoria and North Head offer views of Rangitoto Island and Hauraki Gulf.
Conference & Event Services
The hotel accommodates conferences for up to 50 delegates in the Main Conference Room, with breakaway spaces available. The Victoria Suite hosts meetings for eight people with lounge-style seating. On-site catering is provided. Audio-visual equipment is available for hire. Outdoor group activities can be conducted in Windsor Reserve. Free time-limited public parking is available outside.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
