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    Esplanade Apartments

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    #12 of 29 Specialty Lodging in Whitianga
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    8 Esplanade, Whitianga 3510, New Zealand
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    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children12
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    4.0 94 reviews
    • Excellent46%
    • Very good37%
    • Average11%
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    8 Esplanade, Whitianga 3510 New Zealand See on map
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    All reviewsthe managersharbour viewpub next doorgreat locationthe kitchenfull length mirrorirish pubbedroom apartmentgreat deckgood sizewould stay here againmod conswithin walking distancenext morningair conditioningnice poolstayed here for nights
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    Reviewed 2 April 2018
    Great location, small improvements would be great

    We rented 2, 3 BR apartments for our group and had plenty of room for 10 people. The location is wonderful if you want a relaxing getaway from the hustle bustle, but it is a long, windy drive to get to tourist attractions in the...More

    Thank Rose K
    Reviewed 27 March 2018
    One night stay with UK friends

    We stayed at Esplanade with friends from the UK in a 2 bedroom apartment. The room was well presented and had all the mod cons. Very clean and comfortable. We had a partial view of the harbour. Nice and quiet and very close to all...More

    Thank SuenAndy1983
    Reviewed 25 March 2018
    Central Accommodation

    Central spacious apartment, well appointed and handy to wharf for boat trips, cafes, restaurants, shops etc. Quite noisy during the night if you leave windows open but too warm if you don't. Beds comfy but pillows not the best. Bathrooms extremely small and not much...More

    Thank mmcleland
    Reviewed 19 March 2018 via mobile
    Cathedral Cove jumping off point

    We had a front apt, level 2, (104) with lovely view of the river activities. Large living areas and great deck, bedroom areas were small and a very small bathroom (no room to swing a towel - I wouldn’t recommend it for a family with...More

    Thank Andylynn2015
    Reviewed 7 March 2018
    Wow!!!

    This hotel is beautifully modern and right across the street from the water, with plenty of restaurants and small shops within walking distance. There's plenty of parking available, including in a secured underground garage. The soaps and shampoos are top quality, the bathrooms have heated...More

    Thank Chad C
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    US$115 - US$246 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    Suites, Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms
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    No, just fans. Very hot but lovely accommodation.
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