Ferndale
New Plymouth
Popular places to visit
Bowl of Brooklands
Enjoy the great outdoors with a picnic lunch and a bushwalk or watch a live concert at this one-of-a-kind venue set in a beautiful grass amphitheater.
Fitzroy Beach
This beautiful beach is surrounded by recreational facilities, including an 18-hole golf course, a children’s swimming pool and a grassy reserve.
Pukekura Park
Relax in the sun and see a diverse range of native and exotic plant life at one of the country’s premier botanical gardens.
Puke Ariki
Learn about local history in interactive exhibits, eat award-winning food and find useful visitor information at New Plymouth’s ground-breaking cultural center.
Te Rewa Rewa Bridge
After visiting Te Rewa Rewa Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Plymouth. Discover the spas in this walkable area or seek out its cycling trails.
East End Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at East End Reserve, a lovely green space in New Plymouth. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Top hotels in Ferndale
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
"Everyone was so friendly and everything was beautiful, from the spa to the bed, it was like sleeping on clouds! The breakfast was very complete and everything was delicious. We leave super happy for the excellent stay! Thanks for all"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Plymouth International
"No forks in the room … only knives. Milk was not replenished on second day. Housekeeping knocked on door at 9am on checkout day. Other than these few things our stay was great."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Aviator
"The perfect place a quiet restful stay outside of New Plymouth."
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel New Plymouth Waterfront
"I chose this place for the position as it is right next door to the museum and research centre in the middle of town. I made a mistake pre booking as when I checked in I overheard a walk-in getting a room for $38 dollars less per night than I had paid so think about the busyness of the hotel in winter. ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Quest New Plymouth
"If staying here book a car park. The is no on street parking available. Great location for wandering town and the waterfront. Staff were friendly and very helpful."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Auto Lodge Motor Inn
Other neighbourhoods around Ferndale
Frankleigh Park
While there might not be top attractions in Frankleigh Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stadium Taranaki and Bowl of Brooklands.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium.
Ridgewood
While there might not be top attractions in Ridgewood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stadium Taranaki and Bowl of Brooklands.
Lower Vogeltown
While there might not be top attractions in Lower Vogeltown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pukekura Park and Bowl of Brooklands.
Brooklands
If you're spending some time in Brooklands, Bowl of Brooklands and Pukekura Park are top sights worth seeing.
Lynmouth
While Lynmouth may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stadium Taranaki and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery.
