Empire Apartments
Location: 21 Whitaker Place, Grafton, Auckland, nz
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Hotels
About this Property
Modern Accommodation in Auckland CBD
Spacious Options for Every Traveler
Choose from studios, 2 or 3-bedroom apartments, or private rooms in shared apartments at Empire. Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen, living room, and shared bathrooms during your stay.
Convenient On-Site Amenities
Empire Apartments offers an on-site reception, coin-operated laundry, and a cozy lobby cafe. Stay connected with WiFi available throughout the building.
Prime Location for Exploring Auckland
Located just a short walk from the City Centre and Queen Street, Empire is the ideal base for exploring Auckland. Don't miss nearby attractions like Aotea Square, Auckland Art Gallery, and the iconic Sky Tower.
Book your stay at Empire Apartments now for a memorable Auckland experience!
Important Information
Please note that this property is not wheelchair accessible. Guests with wheelchairs may find it difficult to maneuver within the complex and the apartments.
Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.
Please note that guests aged 0-17 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID and proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.
Reception closes at 9pm. After-hour check-in is not available.
All Guests must not breach a strict quiet hour rule (9:00PM - 8:00AM).
Deposit refund may take up to 7 working days.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Lift / Elevator
- Non-smoking throughout
- Paid WiFi
- Fire extinguishers
- Invoice provided
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- CCTV outside property
- Key card access
- Television in common areas
- Internet access
Rooms Available
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3-Bedroom Apartment with 2 Double and 2 single Beds
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Linen
- Dining table
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
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Two-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The apartment has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as heating. The unit has 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
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Twin Lockable Room with Private Bathroom in Shared Two-Bedroom Apartment
This is a secure private room with a private bathroom in a 2-bedroom and 2-bathroom apartment. Guests have access to their own private bathroom and access to a shared kitchenette and living area inside the 2-bedroom apartment.
Please note that the maximum occupancy is 2.
Please note that this property cannot accept guests under the age of 12 and over the age 70 years in this room type
Please note that this is 1 room in a 2-bedroom apartment. The room has 2 single beds with a lockable door.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
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2-Bedroom Apartment with 1 Double and 2 Single Beds
This apartment features 2 lockable rooms, 1 bathroom, a living area and a kitchenette.
Please note that the maximum occupancy is 4 guests .
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Linen
- Dining table
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
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Two-Bedroom, Two-Story Apartment with Private Entrance
This fully furnished 2-bedroom, 2-story townhouse features 1 bathroom, a living and dining area and 2 terraces. It has its own entrance on Cintra Lane and 1 car parking space is included.
Level 1 has 2 bedrooms, one with a double bed, and the other bedroom with 2 single beds, a desk, chair, and wardrobe and bathroom between the 2 bedrooms. Level 2 includes the living/dining area with sofa, a flat-screen TV and a 4-seater dining table. The kitchen has a refrigerator, stove top, oven, microwave and kettle.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Linen
- Dining table
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
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Three-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment features 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. In the well-equipped kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The apartment has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as heating. The unit has 3 beds.
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
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3-Bedroom Apartment with 3 Double Beds
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Linen
- Dining table
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
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Two-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment features 2 lockable rooms, 2 bathrooms, a living area and a kitchenette.
Please note that the maximum occupancy is 4 guests.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Linen
- Dining table
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
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Studio Apartment with One Double Bed
This private studio apartment features 1 private bathroom and a kitchenette. Guests will have the entire apartment.
Please note that the maximum occupancy is 2.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
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Double Lockable Room with Private Bathroom in Shared Two-Bedroom Apartment
This is a secure private room with a private bathroom in a 2-bedroom and 2-bathroom apartment. Room is lockable. Guests have access to their own private bathroom and access to a shared kitchenette and living area inside the 2-bedroom apartment.
Please note that the maximum occupancy is 2.
Please note that this is 1 room in a 2-bedroom apartment. The room has 1 double bed with a lockable door.
Please note that this property cannot accept guests under the age of 6.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
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Studio Apartment with Two Single Beds
This private studio apartment features 1 private bathroom and a kitchenette. Guests will have the entire apartment.
Please note that the maximum occupancy is 2 guests.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key card access
Guest Reviews
- Gayleen (7/5): Will definitely return to this accommodation in the future. - Lovely to have breakfast available and lady serving us was very helpful and went out of her way to provide everything we needed. Location Great. Nothing
- Crystal (7/5): Good for its buck - It had basic necessities. Friendly staff. Didn't realize the bond went on top. $100 bond.
- Freya (7/5): -
- Gerda (8/5): -
- stephanie (9/5): - In the centre of the CBD excellent location
- Cohen (10/5): Would definitely stay again! - The staff were very lovely and the tenants! Had a lovely stay with my mother in law and 2 children under 10.
- Erwan (7/5): - Correct. Appartement sans charme mais permet de loger sa famille pour un coût modeste. Propre.
- Rhien (10/5): -
- Diego (8/5): Good value - Big apartment, nice for a short stay
- Priya (10/5): - Nice and spacious
- Fisihana (5/5): Would recommend this to be your very last option if you are looking to stay somewhere in town - Beds were pretty decent The wifi wasn’t working. The rooms are a little outdated plus bathroom and toilet. The location
- Amy1982 (8/5): - It's everything we need for a quick stay in Auckland.
- Tania (7/5): - Budget great accommodation for a night
- Graham-Wiggins (8/5): -
- Jose J (6/5): - Peleas en el pasillo entre chinos e hispanos a alta hora de la noche,la habitación tenía anulado 2l seguro del cierre de la puerta
- Sanjeev (3/5): I booked for whole week but strayed for 4, staff were friendly but mattress were build for teenagers - location was okay Bed were made for teenagers
- Alice (8/5): -
- ivona (7/5): -
- Aladdine (7/5): Convenable - C'est notre second séjour dans cette établissement, pas mal de fourniture en cuisine pour cuisine, savon etc Le sol était pas nettoyer. Il collait. Ce qui a été un peu dérangeant.
- Ruth (8/5): Clean, tidy, comfortable. Great location. Value for money, particularly for an overnight stay. - Clean & tidy room, very comfortable bed, good location in town, good sized fridge with proper small freezer (not a small bar fridge with an ice box), friendly staff, had free view tv which was good - alot of places these days don't have this basic provision. No coffee mugs, only smaller tea cups were provided. No WiFi included, have to pay for this separately. No onsite or near parking.
- Flourites (8/5): -
- Webb (8/5): - All the stuff to cook with It was quite expensive for not having free wifi
- Kynin (10/5): 11 person staying - Amazing rooms everything we needed and amazing prices
- Leoni (5/5): - Close to cbd
- Rihipa (10/5): Great - Seperate rooms Parking, normal for Aunvkland intercity
- Rihipa (10/5): Great - Apartment style Parking
- Lisa (8/5): - Spacious and 2 bathrooms to 3 bedrooms Was a little dated, could do with a coat of paint
- Katya (9/5): -
- Christian (7/5): -
- Tepora (8/5): Nice.hotel - Room was clean, Beds were comfortable. Had swipe cards to enter elevators after a certain time There were no parking spaces.for guests. Had to park on the street and had to be moved by 8am..
- Timothy (9/5): Amazing brief and very interesting - The view Nothing
- Taleigha (6/5): -
- Jinghui (8/5): -
- Kimberley (1/5): -
- natasha (7/5): worth it for the price you pay :) - large rooms, cheap prices, good location there was nobody at reception when i arrived, had to wait, not much amenities and the facilities were quite old.
- Lesuma (10/5): -
- Jeslyn George (5/5): - The location was good. Right in the city. The Google map location was wrong.
The refund of the security deposit is taking ages. I still haven't got it after 4 days of check out.
- Nathan (9/5): -
- Jose Pedro (10/5): - La relación precio calidad Que te cobraran el WiFi
- Manfred (10/5): -
- Paul Theophile (10/5): -
- Yvette (7/5): -
- Paul (6/5): -
- Pepene (8/5): Loved it. - We bought our own breakfast and cooked it.
Location was alright, I just didn't like the steep hill. The steep hill.
- Tauranga (10/5): -
- Samantha (9/5): - Very spacious, clean, great view. Wifi wasn't great. It kept disconnecting.
- Rawlinson (7/5): -
- Emi (7/5): 起伏の激しいオークランドの街を歩いて楽しむ - 部屋が広かった。
オークランドの街を認識できたら、ロケーションも許容できると思った。
近くにコンビニがあって、使いやすく、調理可能な部屋でよかった。 部屋はカードキーで入室するが、内鍵が壊れていたため、安全面で不安があった。
せっかく三方向の窓があったが、すべて窓の向こうに別の建物の窓があり、カーテンを開けることはできなかった。
- GIULIO (10/5): -
- Shein (8/5): In general, the apartment is good with easily accessible location. - The reception staff are friendly and supportive. The room was clean and comfortable to stay in and with good facilities. Wifi is not inclued in the room fee, and so we have to buy the internet plan even though it is not expensive.
- Raiha Wallace (10/5): - Big room
- Nurazilan (9/5): - Everything!
- Sweetzel (1/5): -
- pyle (7/5): - It was overnight, good price, clean. Beds are hard, no extra blankets, and was pretty beaten up. Although satisfactory for our needs.
- Kate (3/5): -
- bernadette (7/5): - L’emplacement, la propreté Pas de lampes de chevet
- Lichelle (9/5): Thanks heaps for a comfortable stay! Highly reccommend - Easy to access, friendly staff & comfy & clean! It was at the bottom of a hill haha
- Jalin (7/5): -
- Tash (1/5): Disappointing - Not a lot. Bed was uncomfortable, can hear others talk from the corridor, the door to rooms dont shut quietly they slam. Too much noise. Unpleasant smell in reception area. I left a day early due to this.
- Ramuel (10/5): - The location is great and easy going The height
- Hannah (9/5): - Very handy with the kids. Was a little bit hot but other the that was awesome!!
- Amy (8/5): Location was perfect for us and it was great to have the whole apartment - Location and size of apartment
- Neelofar (8/5): It was good - Location is perfect. Its centrally located close to University of Auckland and Whitecliffe College. There were 2 washrooms within a 6 bed apartment. Cleanliness was good. Hot water was not an issue I was not aware that they take security deposit of 100$ and they say they return within 3-4 business days after check out. That was a surprise. Wifi speed is good but its paid. 10 bucks for 3 devices for a week. Parking not available
- Maria Helena 1982 (8/5): Good value accommodation for family. - Good location. Bathrooms were tidy and beds comfy. Served our needs well. Would stay here again. No parking, so be prepared to park in carpark and walk. Room had a lot of noise from wind, but you can't control nature! Need to pay for wifi.
- Chloe (7/5): -
- Andrea (9/5): - Clean, tidy, had what I needed No parking
- Tania (8/5): Affordable and suited our one night stay:) - A 3 bedroom unit that suited our needs No home comforts, very basic furniture.
- Kaleb (9/5): -
- Shuoyu (10/5): -
- Nick (8/5): -
- Darryl (1/5): - No parking
- Adam (7/5): All good - It was perfect for our mission going to a concert at spark arena
- Shannon (9/5): Accommodation in the City - The Apartment was Spacious, Felt at home very comfortable good price for a family. Arrived staff didn't know where our booking was then told me they phone called me saying they canceled. I said No you's didnt and already have paid you's my Accommodation through booking.com I Travelled far tired, Un patient kids. This was the only down fall but they did sort it out after 15-20 minutes time.
Parking wasn't great had too get out of carpark by 7am.
- Analiza (10/5): -
- Regina (6/5): A simple nights stay was all we needed. - It was a cool location. Very easy to find. Views were fabulous. Staff was helpful. Pretty basic amenities.
- Madeline (7/5): - Location Stuffy
- Sean (10/5): -
- Rangi-Rose (3/5): I would NOT recommend this place - Wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone The mattresses are so hard, not very comfortable beds
The pillows are pathetic
No couch to sit on in the 3 bedroom apartment
No aircon or air flow on the 19th floor. The windows barely open
Stayed 4 nights, 5 days and the rooms were not serviced at all during our stay
Free parking is only available 6pm to 8am but only about 20 spaces for the whole street. It’s pure luck to get a park
- Ronalyn (7/5): -
- Pamela (10/5): -
- Margaret (1/5): -
- Gene (4/5): Pretty disappointing - Room key didn’t open locked door after hours room key also didn’t work on elevator
- Nigel (8/5): Central location. - Central location in Auckland. Games room was good. Staff helpful.
- Hayley (8/5): Awesome stay, would highly recommend - Fantastic, friendly staff. Lovely clean apartment The beds were extremely hard
- Soraya (8/5): -
- Madeline (7/5): Cheap and cheerful - Cheap and everything you need Very hot but fans were welcome
- Lorenza (5/5): - Facile à trouver Très simple
Pas de parking
Le fait de nous avoir débité une caution et nous la rembourser après a aucun moment ce n’était précisé
- Carolina (8/5): -
- Préma (6/5): Expérience Empire - L'accessibilité, l'ouverture de la réception jusqu' à 22pm La gentillesse du personnel de nettoyage et leur travail de nettoyage et d'entretien de l'appartement. Les chambres pas forcément terminées ( peintures, lino), un salon avec deux fauteuils alors que nous étions 3, une télé qui ne fonctionnait pas. L'espace commun n'était pas forcément des plus agréables. Nous ne savions pas forcément à quel moment le service de nettoyage passait ni quel jour.
- Daniele (10/5): we love it. And with a buger plase/malesyan restaurant next by - is a beutifull place, very big room, we stayed twice and both times they upgraded our room for free (I know we were lucky but still). Room are big, clean, confortable big beds. close to bus stop (10 min) nothing. 10 min and you are on the streets with a lot of bar/restaurant.
- Janice (5/5): - Friendly staff. Nice on site Malaysian restaurant Bed was extremely hard. No comfy chairs to use to watch telly
- Sheryl (5/5): - The area The room was not clean.
The toilet did not flush very well.
Kitchen was not well set up.
Not suitable for family's
- James (8/5): Only gripe I had was the very close proximity of the neighboring buildings. - I never had any breakfast and at first was not impressed with the area. All things considered nothing serious.
The staff were polite and very helpful.
The flat was very clean and tidy with ample amount of cooking facilities.
The bus service was convenient and close by.
- Svenja (9/5): -
- Nurliyana (8/5): It was enjoyable stay and near to CBD. Easy to go anywhere. - The space is good and can fit up to 6 adults. Very cosy. The toilet and shower room is quite small.
- Alana (10/5): - The view the people the room the space the facilities amazing the bond 😁 No pool
- Unidad (8/5): -
- sonia (8/5): Suit my whanau for cheap stop over , will use again I could see parking could be a problem - Close to city and three rooms worked well for the kids No air con
- Angelina (10/5): - Was not expecting the size of bedrooms, and two bathrooms very affordable excellent value. The couch was stained.
- Nigel (8/5): Excellent for budget conscious travellers. - Central location in the city. Good price. No free Wifi!
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