Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Auckland. These homes are often between 25 - 50 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 16+. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Student residences often do not include any meal plan. Learn more about student residence accommodation
City Lodge is a recently refurbished residence in Auckland City, perfect for students who want to be independent.
City Lodge offers bright, comfortable and cosy rooms with en suite bathrooms, tea and coffee making facilities, a small fridge and wi-fi Internet access in all rooms. Other amenities include a spacious common area/lounge with Sky TV, an on-site laundry, convenient communal kitchen, professional housekeeping staff, video monitored security and 24/7 reception. The management staff pride themselves on providing their residents a safe, secure and comfortable living environment.
City Lodge is an excellent choice for Auckland student accommodation, located within the precinct of Auckland University, Auckland University of Technology, and only about 15-20 minutes bus ride to Kaplan International College Auckland.
It is possible to live in a rented apartment during your study in Auckland, but this tends to be more expensive. provides some assistance with apartment rentals or you can rent an apartment on your own. Learn more about apartment housing
Empire is a centrally located budget student apartment option providing basic but modern fully furnished accommodation in Auckland city centre. Empire Apartment facilities include a kitchenette with microwave/fridge and utensils, extra services available include a weekly cleaning package and linen change. Amenities include a café, gymnasium, coin operated laundry, video monitored security and 24/7 reception providing students with a safe, secure and comfortable living environment. Empire is a good choice for students, located within 10 minutes of Queen Street, Cinemas and Town Hall, and only about 30 minutes walk or 15 minutes bus to Kaplan International College Auckland.
Waldorf Tetra Apartments are located off Symonds Street, within 200-400 metres of the University of Auckland, AUT and Grafton Bridge, as well as restaurants, cafes, banks and shops. Queen Street, Sky Tower, Auckland Downtown, Viaduct Harbour recreation and entertainment area and the Waterfront are also within walking distance. The Apartments are about 2.2km away from Kaplan International College Auckland, which is about a 25 minute walk through the Auckland Domain.
Waldorf Tetra Apartments offers fully-furnished 1 bedroom un-serviced selfcontained apartments. This form of accommodation allows students the ultimate in flexibility and privacy. The apartments offer the comfort of a home away from home and the amenities of a hotel. There is an optional telephone and high-speed internet service and an on-site gymnasium.