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Distinction New Plymouth Hotel

★★★★ 42 Powderham Street, New Plymouth, NZ

8.2 guest rating· 709 reviews

About this hotel

Relaxed Accommodation in the Heart of New Plymouth

Spacious Rooms with Spa Bath

Experience comfort and luxury in our spacious guest rooms and suites, with the added indulgence of a spa bath in most rooms.

Convenient On-Site Amenities

Enjoy complimentary WiFi, access to our fitness centre, and free parking during your stay. Our business spaces cater to all your conferencing and event needs, making your stay productive and efficient.

Explore Taranaki's Attractions

Located just minutes away from popular attractions like Mount Taranaki, Egmont National Park, Richmond Cottage, Puke Ariki, and Real Tart Gallery, our hotel is the perfect base for your Taranaki adventures.

Book your stay at Distinction New Plymouth Hotel now for a memorable and convenient experience!

Rooms & rates

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4 · 2× Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Two Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 4 · Queen Bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Economy Studio

Sleeps 2 · 18 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>194 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Large Two Bedroom Studio

Sleeps 4 · King bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

One Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 39 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>420 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Twin Studio

Sleeps 4 · 27 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Standard room with, heating/air conditioning and 1 double bed and 1 single bed.

Economy Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 18 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

The double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Queen Studio

Sleeps 2 · 23 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

These Standard Double Rooms feature a queen sized bed, free Wi-Fi and TV

Two-Bedroom Studio

Sleeps 4 · 59 m² · 2× Twin bed, Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

This suite includes a kettle and refrigerator.

One-Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 2 · 39 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Exuding a lively and inviting ambiance that mirrors the city’s buzz, the design of the 59 sqm Executive Suite is tastefully minimalist. This room features a king bed, separate lounge, and private bathroom with a spa bath for ultimate indulgence.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Fitness center
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Street parking
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business center
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Cashless payment available
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  • CCTV in common areas
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key card access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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42 Powderham Street, New Plymouth, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.2709 reviews

+ Good location+ Friendly staff+ Comfortable bed+ Excellent breakfast− Cleanliness issues− Air conditioning problems− Limited parking
Cleanliness7.5
Service8.8
Location9.1
Room Quality7.8
Amenities7.8
Value for Money8.0

Mixed bag

7.0

The owners and customer service was fabulous, very kind accommodating and great communication. The location was excellent for easy walking into the heart of town and getting groceries etc.

− The bed is extremely uncomfortable and downstairs the only windows are into the parking lot so there's zero privacy if you let in natural light and when you close them there's only horrific fluorescent lights. And it's so close to the Pak'nSave loading deck that all I could hear all night was the loading bay and the beeping of the lifts really disrupting sleep.

Jane · ID · 2026-07-22

Very good

8.0

Location was very good

− N/A

Mejo mathew · NZ · 2026-07-21

Great value, clean, friendly staff.

10.0

Clean & comfortable, easy parking.

Sarah · NZ · 2026-07-19

Brilliant

10.0

Brilliant staff, comfortable room, restaurant staff and food excellent.

PATSYGW · NZ · 2026-07-18

Guest review

7.0

Location. Friendly helpful staff

− Room was average at back of hotel. Tired in need of a face lift .

Suzanne · NZ · 2026-07-16

Good to know

Please note that there is a 2% transaction fee when you pay with a credit card or a Visa or MasterCard debit card. There is no surcharge for payments made with EFTPOS or cash.

A valid credit card must be presented on arrival, and be in the same name as the guests's name on the booking confirmation. For all pre-paid bookings, the credit card used to facilitate payment must also be presented on arrival.

The guest will be charged a prepayment of the total price at the time of booking.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.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.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

›Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Internet

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

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 15 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.