Student Accommodation
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No Service Fee
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Floor Plan
No DepositNo Landlord Gift Fee
No Service Fee
2025 Semester 2 booking
Short lease
Parcels collect
1500 Beds
Built in 2007
Block A, B
Empire Apartments is affordable student accommodation in Auckland that offers single rooms, studios, and 2-bed/3-bed apartments. Located in Auckland CBD, Empire Apartments is only a 7-minute walk from Auckland University of Technology and a 13-minute walk from the University of Auckland. Morning lectures? So easy! The City Center and Queen Street are only a 10-minute walk distance away. Everything is so close! Empire Apartments have functional modern flats containing fully furnished rooms. Next to Queen Street, it's surrounded by restaurants, cafes, convenience stores, and banks for a hassle-free life. Moreover, bills are covered in the All-in-One price without additional costs. Experienced and multilingual staff provide residents with professional and considerate service. In a word, Empire Apartments Auckland creates a comfortable, friendly, and safe living experience for you.
Features & Amenities - Room Facilities: For long-term and short-term accommodation Empire Apartments offers studio apartments, single rooms in shared apartments (private, lockable), and 2-bed/3-bed apartments. The studios are clean and spacious, maximum of 2 guests. Shared apartments feature private bedrooms, private bathrooms, and private kitchenettes with appliances. Rooms include cold/hot water, microwave, fridge, and utensils. Each room of Empire Apartments has a DDI phone and high-speed internet access. Beds, desks & chairs, and other necessary facilities are available.
- Community Amenities: What Empire Apartments has is more than that. Social areas are well-designed with student-centered amenities to cater to daily needs. Young people gather here and make new friends, enjoying a convenient and comfortable home away from home. Let's see what you can expect at Empire Apartments Auckland:
Café offering Chinese food
Reception from 8 am to 11 pm 7 days a week
Onsite multilingual, friendly, and helpful management team (Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, English, Japanese, Burmese).
A secured access card is provided for after-hours access to the main entrance. And lifts. A bedroom key is provided for each bedroom in a shared apartment.
High-speed Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the apartment.
Security monitoring with 100 CCTV cameras.
Coin operated laundry
Each tower has a dedicated rubbish room.
Vacuum cleaner and Iron are available at reception.
Minimart is located next door, and the drink and snack machines are onsite.
Two restaurants on site
Location and What's Hot? Located in the heart of Auckland, Empire Apartments is loved by students for its terrific location and great sense of service. Countless restaurants, bars, fun shops, supermarkets, and entertainment options stand close to Empire Apartments. You'll never be afraid of getting bored or inconvenient. The scenery surrounding Empire Apartments Auckland is equally unforgettable as well.
Restaurants: RE Burger Grafton Auckland (Hamburger), Kubick Japanese Restaurant, Golden Shine BBQ Restaurant
Coffee: Seraphius Cafe, Bestie Cafe, Coffix K Road, Nile Cafe, Patchy's Coffee
Pubs & Bars: Our Land Bar, Verona Cafe & Bar, The Eagle Bar
Supermarkets: QUEEN STREET SUPERMARKET, Four Square Eden Terrace, Lim Chhour (Chinese supermarket)
Shopping Centres: St Kevins Arcade, Sky World Indoor Entertainment, Westfield Newmarket
Things to Do: Auckland War Memorial Museum, Auckland Domain, Sky Tower, Albert Park
Transport When you stay at Empire Apartments Auckland, you'll appreciate how easy it is to get to school or get around in the city. Empire Apartments is located in a transit-rich area. It's close to the University of Auckland and Auckland University of Technology and can be reached on foot or by public transport. Several transit stops can be found about 10 minutes walking distance of Empire Apartments: Symonds Street/Karangahape Road, Grafton Bridge, Queen Street/Karangahape Road, Karangahape Road/Queen Street, Pitt Street, etc.
Buses that you can take: 22N, 22R, 22B, 24R, 25B, 25L, 27H, 27T, 27W, 30, 295, 309, 309X.
Britomart Train Station: 1.7km from Empire Apartments. 24-minute walking, 15-minute bus ride
University of Auckland: 1.0km from Empire Apartments. 13-minute walking, 13-minute bus ride
Auckland University of Technology: 450m from Empire Apartments. 7-minute walking
Empire Apartments is one of the most popular student accommodations in Auckland. It's purpose-built for students and is located at 21 Whitaker Pl, Grafton, Auckland.
What room types are available at Empire Apartments?
Empire Apartments offers studios, 2-bed apartments, 3-bed apartments, and single private lockable rooms in shared Apartments.
What amenities are provided at Empire Apartments?
Empire Apartments provides various amenities in communal areas to make your living more fun and convenient. Amenities include a café, coin-operated laundry, high-speed Wifi Internet access throughout Empire, private phone, and 24/7 on-site management & security monitoring.
What is Empire Apartments?
Empire Apartments is one of the most popular student accommodations in Auckland. It's purpose-built for students and is located at 21 Whitaker Pl, Grafton, Auckland.
What room types are available at Empire Apartments?
Empire Apartments offers studios, 2-bed apartments, 3-bed apartments, and single private lockable rooms in shared Apartments.
What amenities are provided at Empire Apartments?
Empire Apartments provides various amenities in communal areas to make your living more fun and convenient. Amenities include a café, coin-operated laundry, high-speed Wifi Internet access throughout Empire, private phone, and 24/7 on-site management & security monitoring.
Is it safe to live in Empire Apartments?
Yes, your safety is the top priority of Empire Apartments. Security measures include monitoring with 100 CCTV cameras, 24/7 on-site management, and key access.
What should I bring to Empire Apartments?
Empire Apartments offers fully furnished rooms and is self-catered. What you need to bring is only your personal belongings.
Are there laundry facilities in Empire Apartments?
Yes, Empire Apartments provides coin-operated washers and dryers. Each load costs $3.
Are there cooking facilities in Empire Apartments?
Yes, Empire Apartments has cooking facilities and cooking utensils supplied in each apartment. You can cook your own food or simply go to its Chinese Restaurant. A variety of foods are available.
Can I change my date of arrival at Empire Apartments?
Yes, you can change your arrival date at Empire Apartments. But please inform us as early as possible. If you don't arrive at Empire Apartments on time without notice, your reservation will be cancelled. The application fee and holding deposit will not be refunded.
What are the best restaurants near Empire Apartments?
Ideally located in the Auckland CBD, there are many good restaurants around Empire Apartments. You can find eateries from all over the world, such as Tikka N Talk (Indian), Uncle Man's K'road (Malaysian), Candela, Jeepney Filipino Restaurant City, and more.
How often do you pay rent?
Fortnightly/Monthly
What does the apartment rent include?
Rent includes utilities
Does the apartment accept minors?
Accept, currently only accept specific schools, please consult your advisor for details
Does the apartment have a washer and dryer?
Yes, in the communal laundry room of the apartment.
Can the apartment collect/send letters/express on behalf of you? Is there a fee?
The apartment can be collected, free of charge
The facilities in the room are damaged. Do I need to repair it at my own expense?
If there is non-human damage to the facilities in the room during the stay, please contact the apartment staff immediately for free maintenance
Do you use electricity or gas stove for cooking in the kitchen?
Induction cooker for kitchen
Can I choose the orientation and floor of the reservation?
Yes, but the premise is that the earlier you apply, the more chances you will have to choose a room
Does the apartment provide cleaning service?
have
Are there electric heaters in the apartment?
have
Does the apartment have air conditioning?
no, there is a fan
How long is the minimum rental period for an apartment?
Minimum 3 months rental
Can the room windows be opened?
can be opened
Are there restrictions on water and electricity usage in the apartment?
No limit, 24h supply
How to charge for apartment wifi?
Select the Internet fee package at the front desk of the apartment to pay the bill