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The Dawson Motel

4.5 star property
Motel in New Plymouth with free parking

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Free self-parking
Luxury Suite | Living area
Family Suite
Luxury Suite
Travelers find themselves in the heart of New Plymouth CBD at The Dawson Motel, where a helpful staff creates a welcoming atmosphere. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi, park vehicles at no extra cost, and have the option to explore the area on rental bicycles.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is €98
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (twin room)

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (twin room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking (studio)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
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About the area

Located by the sea, The Dawson Motel is in New Plymouth CBD, a neighbourhood in New Plymouth. Wind Wand and Richmond Cottage are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fitzroy Golf Club and New Plymouth Golf Club. New Plymouth Observatory and Brooklands Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Map
16 Dawson Street, New Plymouth, 4601

What's nearby

  • Centre City Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pukekura Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fitzroy Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Taranaki Base Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Laughing Buddha - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chaos Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Petit Paris - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Three Sisters Brewery - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Dawson Motel

Motel located in New Plymouth CBD
The Dawson Motel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Dawson Motel include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: NZD 10.50 to 20 per person

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2011
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • IPod dock
  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 50.0
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 10.50 to 20.00 per person
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50.0 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Dawson Motel New Plymouth
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Dawson New Plymouth
The Dawson Motel Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Dawson Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dawson Motel?

As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dawson Motel on 14 Nov 2025 start from €98.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Dawson Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dawson Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dawson Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 50.0 (subject to availability).

Where is The Dawson Motel located?

Located in New Plymouth CBD, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of War Memorial and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery. Puke Ariki and Real Tart Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

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