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Historic Colenso Cottage

10a Colenso Avenue, Napier, NZ

9.6 guest rating· 87 reviews

About this hotel

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Heritage-Listed Boutique Accommodation : Stay at the charming Colenso Cottage, once home to New Zealand explorer William Colenso. Enjoy a large master bedroom, fully equipped kitchen, and a private courtyard with stunning views.

Convenient Location : Just a short walk from the city center, supermarkets, and dining options, the cottage offers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility.

Entertainment and Scenic Views : Relax with Sky TV and Netflix or step outside to admire the picturesque views of Te Mata Peak and the Kaweka Ranges. Book your stay now to experience the best of Napier at Colenso Cottage.

Rooms & rates

One-Bedroom Villa

Sleeps 2 · 80 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Adult only
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
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  • Cycling
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace

Location

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10a Colenso Avenue, Napier, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 10:30 AM

What guests say9.687 reviews

+ Great facilities+ Friendly owner
Cleanliness9.4
Service10.0
Location9.4
Room Quality9.9
Amenities9.4
Value for Money9.4

Perfection, could not have been better.

10.0

Very comfortable, had everything we needed. Lovely comfy bed and soft bedding. Quiet and peace. Perfection. Excellent communication from the host, very thoughtful.

Our stay was too short !!

ann · AU · 2026-05-01

A great place to stay for a couple of nights, very clean and comfortable and a beautiful spot. We would definitely stay

10.0

A beautiful charming cottage with plenty of space and uncomfortable bed. Easy to park out the front on the street. And the fit out inside is top class.

Nothing

Lisa · AU · 2026-04-29

Guest review

9.0

The wonderful character and history. Had everything we needed and walking distance to town. The sun poured in during the morning. Heating warmed the cottage in the evening. A superb shower.

Joss · NZ · 2026-04-26

Excellent accommodation

10.0

Excellent accommodation within a walk of the town centre. Very comfortable property with all the facilities I needed.

Moxon · GB · 2026-03-19

Guest review

9.0

This property has a very interesting history, it’s very elegant and well furnished too.

Marion · GB · 2026-02-14

You must stay here. Full of history. Furnished to perfection with everything high wus. Katie the owner is very friendly.

10.0

Loved loved loved this cottage. Everything is high quality, clean and sooo comfortable

Nothing, it’s fab.

Teresa · IE · 2026-01-30

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.