Marfell
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.
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.
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.
Govett-Brewster Art Gallery
Discover why New Plymouth is one of New Zealand’s cultural capitals. Inspire your own creativity at this award-winning contemporary art gallery.
Wind Wand
Be impressed by this kinetic sculpture as it drifts back and forth in the Taranaki wind on New Plymouth’s lovely coastal walkway.
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.
Top hotels in Marfell
Plymouth International
Everything was great. Good breakfast. Would stay there again.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
Superb receptionist who really set the tone for our stay. Great central location.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
Yes
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Flamingo Motel
Very friendly check in staff. Room was basic but comfortable and with Aircon. Hot pool was great. Only suggestion for the pool I'd have is a shower nearby (?outdoor) and a way to easily move from the hot to the cold pool. Overall great value for money.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Auto Lodge Motor Inn
Room was clean and staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Marfell
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium.
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.
Moturoa
Moturoa might not have many top sights, but Paritutu Rock and Back Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Spotswood
While visiting Spotswood, you might make a stop by sights like Back Beach and Paritutu Rock.
Port Taranaki
While Port Taranaki may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Paritutu Rock and Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve.
Whalers Gate
Whalers Gate might not have many top sights, but Back Beach and Paritutu Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
