Empire Apartments

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with a restaurant, steps from University of Auckland

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3-Bedroom Apartment with 3 Double Beds | Living area
2 Bedroom 2 Level Apartment With Own Entrance | Living area
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Empire Apartments, near the University of Auckland, offers a warm welcome with laundry facilities and a restaurant on site. Connect to in-room WiFi, unwind in the reception hall or explore The Civic Theater nearby. Multilingual staff are always happy to help.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Internet access
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Restaurant
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Reception hall

Feel at home (5)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Free toiletries
The current price is CNY432
CNY497 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21

Room options

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Studio Apartment with One Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Studio Apartment with Two Single Beds

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Lockable Room with Private Bathroom in Shared Two-Bedroom Apartment (No self isolation)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Lockable Room with Private Bathroom in Shared Two-Bedroom Apartment (No self isolation)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

2-Bedroom Apartment with 1 Double and 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Fan
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

3-Bedroom Apartment with 3 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
3 bedrooms
Fan
Microwave
  • 57 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
3 bedrooms
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Desk
  • 57 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

2 Bedroom 2 Level Apartment With Own Entrance

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
21 Whitaker Place, Grafton, Auckland, Auckland, 1010

What's nearby

  • University of Auckland - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sky Tower - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • SkyCity Casino - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Spark Arena - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 28 min drive
  • Auckland Remuera Station - 4 min drive
  • Auckland Grafton Station - 22 min walk
  • Auckland Britomart Station - 22 min walk
  • The Strand Station - 25 min walk
  • Gaunt Street Tram Stop - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Chadam - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Langham Auckland Winery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Our Land is Alive - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Eight Restaurant at Cordis - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Crema - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Empire Apartments

When you stay at Empire Apartments, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of University of Auckland and Queen Street Shopping District. Also, Queens Wharf and Mount Eden are just a 5-minute drive away.

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 12 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi and wired internet for a surcharge
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Special features

Dining

Empire Foodcourt - Onsite restaurant.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for NZD 10 per week (rates may vary)
  • Wired internet access is available in guestrooms for NZD 10 per week (rates may vary)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Empire Apartments Auckland
Empire Auckland
Empire Apartments Auckland
Empire Apartments Guesthouse
Empire Apartments Guesthouse Auckland

Frequently asked questions

Does Empire Apartments offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Empire Apartments does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Empire Apartments?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Empire Apartments?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Empire Apartments?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but SkyCity Casino (17-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Empire Apartments and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include University of Auckland (1-min walk) and Queen Street Shopping District (9-min walk), along with The Civic Theater (12-min walk) and Sky Tower (0.9 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Empire Apartments?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Empire Foodcourt.

What's the area around Empire Apartments like?

Empire Apartments is in Auckland Central Business District, a short 1-minute walk from University of Auckland and 9 minutes' walk from Queen Street Shopping District.

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Empire Apartments Reviews

Reviews

6.6

Good

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great having two bathrooms and three bedrooms.
Hope, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great apartment for what we needed giid price too!
Shay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely time at Empire hotel..room was clean and beds were comfortable.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable apartments in a great location

Nice spacious and clean rooms and bathroom, there are all necessary kitchen utensils. Excellent location. Quiet, comfortable, friendly staff. There is a laundry room on the ground floor.
Farida, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Suited for a boys trip
Helen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My second stop here smaller appartments but well presented and comfortable
BJ, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very affordable, prefect location, and comfortable. Upgrade bed.
Jeremiah, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Location is ok , get what pay for
b, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Looked like the building was crying it's that sad. Stayed in backpackers better.
JaznJo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My needs as a Customer are pretty minimal, but Empire Apartments meets those needs every time. The staff who greeted me were kind and polite and informative. People in and around the place were also friendly who speaks of their clients and reputation. Will stay here again.
Nigel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everyone was nice .
Tinofara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great central location, walkable to downtown Auckland and all it has to offer... However, lots of hills, so bring your good legs lol... Parking is kinda spendy, be prepared... Staff was very helpful and friendly, room was clean and welcoming and nicely appointed... Vending machines as well as a convenience store and burger restaurant on site... Enjoyed my stay!
Eric, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very basic but clean and has everything one needa
BJ, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

No car park on property Stained bedsheet.
Mateata, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Facilities were average but that is reflected in the price and basically what we expected. However, the location is fantastic, easy to walk to town. We did a lot of steps but saved us money!
Emma, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

This place was very clean just the facilities were damaged and mold on the cieling in the bathrooms. Staff were very helpful and gave it a great experience.
Freya, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very reasonably priced. Had a 3 room apartment so suited our family well. Staff very friendly and helpful
Suzette, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A clean, cosy, and otherwise very good three-star hotel at a very reasonable price, located in the heart of Auckland. There is an excellent laundry on the ground floor. The staff are very friendly. The only two issues are, first, that Wi-Fi is not provided by default, and second, the hotel does not take fire safety seriously: at least on the 18th floor, where I lived, the fire door that is supposed to stay closed was wedged open and fixed in that position.
5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The only downfall was that the bathroom was falling apart. Other than that it was an excellent stay. Everyone was super friendly including guests and it was a very convenient location for what we needed having small children with us. They thought they were queens being on the top most floor!! Brilliant!
DAN, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

reasonably priced
Dean, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

The 3 bedroom unit easily accommodated our family group. The road noise was significant.
Kirsty, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Property was ok for the night, but room was very basic and quality of the bed was average. Loud drunk neighbours at 1am, with occasional yelling. But I do realise that the apartment is in a student location and designed for that market.
Ford, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

You get what you pay for with this accommodation—ideal for budget travelers looking for a no-frills room with a bed. The area primarily caters to students, so it has a bit of a dormitory vibe. The bed was decent, but the shower was small and had a curtain instead of a door. The room could have used an extra cleaning, as there was a strange smell that required us to open the windows for ventilation. That said, for a one-night stay at this price, I can't complain. The location in Auckland is excellent, close to Queen Street.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not a place we would book again.

Cheap accommodation. Insufficient seating or space available for the 6 adults booked. Lounge area that was shown in photos appeared to have been converted to a 3rd bedroom. Beds were cheap, nasty and uncomfortable. There were 2 bathrooms.
P, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

This is mainly for university students and working people who are in college or university. Not good for the families. Very noisy outside at night
Lonappan jacob, 3-night trip