The Dawson Motel, New Plymouth
Overview
Featuring bicycle rentals, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, the 4-star The Dawson Motel New Plymouth is nearly a 5-minute walk from Govett-Brewster Art Gallery. This New Plymouth motel provides guests with bicycle usage for a more entertaining stay.
Location
Situated in the centre of New Plymouth, the smoke-free hotel is a few moments from The Taranaki Cathedral Church of St Mary. The indoor TSB Stadium is a mere 1.6 km from the accommodation, while New Plymouth airport is 15 km from it.
Te Henui Walkway Nature Preserve also lies around 25 minutes' walk away.
You can catch the bus at Powderham Street bus stop, in the immediate vicinity of The Dawson Motel.
Rooms
The 23 rooms at the hotel are equipped with comforts such as ironing facilities and an air conditioner, as well as an iPod dock and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests are welcome to use a hairdryer and towels in private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. Enjoy views of the sea, while staying at this New Plymouth property.
Eat & Drink
Serving a wide assortment of dishes, Ms. White is 250 metres from the hotel.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- In-room breakfast
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Wine TastingGuests can enjoy a complimentary wine tasting of local wines, arranged by the hotel upon request.
Star GazingThe hotel provides a private, guided stargazing experience for guests on clear nights, where they can observe constellations visible only in the Southern Hemisphere.
Cooking ClassesThe hotel offers cooking classes that teach guests how to prepare authentic New Zealand cuisine with local ingredients.
Art ToursThe hotel provides guided tours of local art galleries and studios, showcasing the works of Taranaki's finest artists.
Local History TalksThe hotel's owner, who is a local historian, offers fascinating talks about the history and culture of New Plymouth and its surrounding areas.
Yoga ClassesThe hotel offers morning yoga classes that are led by an experienced yoga instructor.
- Surf Lessons
- Hiking Expeditions
- Guided Cycling Tours
- Whale Watching
- Beach Picnics
- Nature Photography
- Bird Watching
- Massage Therapy
Location
* Centrally located in New Plymouth, the motel is near Pukekura Park, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, and Coastal Walkway. * The neighborhood offers access to historic sites like Puke Ariki museum, shops at Richmond Shopping Centre, and restaurants along Courtenay Street. * Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, Ngamotu Beach, Fitzroy Beach, and Te Henui Walkway are nearby attractions.
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