Empire Apartments puts you within a 10-minute drive of SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower. Also, Princes Wharf and Auckland Ferry Terminal are within a short drive.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean
At a glance
Hotel size
50 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The shared apartment accommodation is not suitable for guests who are required to quarantine, due to the apartment's communal areas.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
WiFi and wired internet access in rooms*
Parking
On-site parking is limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
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 steps 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
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware, dishes and utensils
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Special features
Dining
Empire Foodcourt – On-site restaurant.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: NZD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guest rooms 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 per cent
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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 that you 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 spaces 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 on-site casino at Empire Apartments?
No, this guest house 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 on-site restaurant, Empire Foodcourt.
What's the area around Empire Apartments like?
Empire Apartments is in Auckland Central Business District, a short 17-minute walk from Sky Tower and 17 minutes' walk from SkyCity Casino.
Empire Apartments Reviews
Reviews
6.6
Good
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6.6/10
Cleanliness
6.6/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
5.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
31 Dec 2024
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
Farida, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
29 Dec 2024
Value for money.
Value for money.
We stayed here for two nights. Overall, good accommodation and clean rooms. Tea, coffee, towels, linen, soap and shampoo are provided. There is a convenient shop next to the building but closes at about 9pm. Restaurants and other shopping places are little bit far – about 15 to 20 min walk. Train stations including “The Strand Station” are little bit far and need taxi. Only street parking is available and free between 6pm and 8am. All other time need to pay for parking (about 4NZD per hour). Very helpful reception and accommodate late check-in (about 10pm). Reception staff given us good useful information about the area. Wifi is available but need to pay to use.
I will use them again.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
20 Dec 2024
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.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
6 Oct 2024
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
P, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2024
Waimatehuirua
Waimatehuirua, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Aug 2024
Very affordable, prefect location, and comfortable.
Upgrade bed.
Jeremiah
Jeremiah, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
3 Apr 2024
Overall the stay was fine. The bed was comfy and place was clean. However, the power outlet in the bathroom kept popping off which was a hazard!
Aifetinai
Aifetinai, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
30 Mar 2024
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Mar 2024
My second stop here smaller appartments but well presented and comfortable
BJ
BJ, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Feb 2024
Very basic but clean and has everything one needa
BJ
BJ, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
24 Feb 2024
Never saw any staff on site. Property is okay. No house keeping during my 5 day stay. Noisy area.
david
david, 5-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Feb 2024
Mike
Mike, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Feb 2024
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
Freya, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
7 Feb 2024
Everyone was nice .
Tinofara
Tinofara, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
23 Jan 2024
Needed air conditioning too hot. Fan noisy.
Shona
Shona, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
19 Jan 2024
The 3 bedroom unit easily accommodated our family group.
The road noise was significant.
Kirsty
Kirsty, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Jan 2024
reasonably priced
Dean
Dean, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
9 Jan 2024
DIANE
DIANE, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
2 Jan 2024
Location is ok , get what pay for
b
b, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Dec 2023
Alex
Alex, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
4 Dec 2023
Zara
Zara, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
21 Nov 2023
Wasn’t to bad. Bed was really uncomfortable, like all springs. Pillows were very flat. Place was clean and tidy. No atmosphere really. Walls were very thin so you could hear the conversations in the next room. The staff were lovely and very helpful. Elevator to the 19th floor was a bit crunchy lol. There wasn’t much a round the area. We ended up ubering everywhere as it seems to be down a hill in a no exit. It was fine, a roof over my head for the night. Can’t complain.
Layla
Layla, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Nov 2023
Not very clean
Showing its age in a lot of places
Noisy
tim
tim, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
23 Oct 2023
Staff were quite rude and unfriendly, bad experience dealing with them. Rooms were average with lots of paint work needing fixing up. Beds were very creaky. Definitely only good for a very short stay.
Clelland
Clelland, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
11 Oct 2023
Photos of building in website looks stunning but when you see it it is far from the photos. Paint in hallways/rooms coming off. Basically run down. Also no parking and we had to park somewhere and walk..