Moturoa
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 Moturoa

Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park
Clean room. Very nice view. Easy check in and check out.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Retro Views

Home away from home elevated warm many extras .
The arrival instructions were very clear and easy to understand.There was an ample supply of tea and coffee available and multiple coffee options (plunger, packaged cappuccino and instant etc.)We had all the utensils we needed in the kitchen and the pantry had all the essentials like baking paper, ...
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

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
Other neighbourhoods around Moturoa

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.

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.

Spotswood
While visiting Spotswood, you might make a stop by sights like Back Beach and Paritutu Rock.

Marfell
While Marfell isn't home to many top sights, Paritutu Rock and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium.

New Plymouth CBD
If you're spending some time in New Plymouth CBD, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and Wind Wand are top sights worth seeing.
