UniLodge Auckland City - Student Accommodation Auckland

UniLodge Auckland City (formerly UniLodge On Whitaker) is presented as a purpose-built student accommodation option in central Auckland, marketed for 2026 intake with promotional offers advertised on the site. The building is managed by UniLodge Auckland Ltd on behalf of NZEH and operates under the New Zealand Residential Tenancies Act 1986. It is sited within the Auckland education precinct, typically described as a five-minute walk to the University of Auckland and AUT main city campus, and about ten minutes’ walk to Queen Street shopping and entertainment. The property offers a range of studio apartments, including premium and accessible units with wheelchair access. Apartments are described as move-in ready and fully furnished, with built-in storage, study desk and chair, beds, and essential cooking and refrigeration appliances (cooktop, microwave, fridge/freezer). Access control is electronic key card based. The listing highlights options for short-stay booking and a current marketing promotion referencing free rent; specific terms are not provided on the page and would need confirmation with the property. Communal facilities are positioned as a core feature of the co-living offer: a resident lounge with large-screen TVs and a pool table, communal kitchen and dining spaces, a quiet study area, an on-site gym, and an outdoor BBQ area adjacent to the communal kitchen. Bicycle parking is available in the basement, subject to validation via reception for access. Security and support services are emphasised—24/7 on-site support, pastoral care, and building security—reflecting UniLodge’s stated commitment to safety and resident wellbeing. UniLodge promotes an active Residential Life programme aimed at community building and student support. The programme includes social, cultural and academic events, workshops, leadership opportunities, wellbeing activities, and initiatives framed around Māori values such as manaakitanga and whanaungatanga. Residents are encouraged to engage via the UniLodge Resident Hub mobile app and event pages to view activities and offers. Beyond this Auckland property, UniLodge presents a national portfolio across Auckland, Wellington and Canterbury, offering both student-focused halls in institutional partnerships and independently operated residences subject to the RTA; tenancy type is noted to be specified on individual property pages. The wider brand also supports short-term stays (Easy Summer Stay), and some properties provide conferencing facilities. The webpage includes options to take a virtual tour and to apply or enquire further for details and availability.