Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel offers free parking on-site, although it is limited. No reservation is required.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is available from 14:00 until 22:00, and check-out is required by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not specified.

What accessibility features does the hotel offer?

The hotel has limited wheelchair accessibility, including facilities for guests with disabilities. Specific details on accessible features are not provided.

What is the hotel's location like?

The hotel is located in the city center of New Plymouth, close to natural attractions such as East End Reserve and Tapuae Marine Reserve, as well as cultural highlights like TSB Showplace and Puke Ariki.

Distinction New Plymouth Hotel

What guests think

At Distinction New Plymouth Hotel, reviewers highlight a very central location and friendly, helpful staff, comfortable and often spacious rooms, generally good cleanliness, convenient on-site parking that can be tight, and on-site dining closed or under renovation.

Service stands out for friendliness and local recommendations, with a few exceptions such as a key-card issue, a booking confusion, and occasional lapses in room servicing. Some spaces feel dated, and certain rooms have tiny or no windows or noisy air conditioning, while others offer quiet stays and, at times, jetted baths or views. Overall, it suits travelers seeking comfort and helpful service over full in-house amenities.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

On-site parking is convenient but can feel tight or cramped. The restaurant and breakfast are closed or under renovation, and some rooms feature spa or jetted baths.

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Julie

4 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Shame that there was no restaurant on site. Enjoyable stay.

10

Gregory

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice convenient location. Good size room with jetted bath.

8

Simon

13 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was as expected, rooms were fine and we got for a good price. Will be nice once the hotel restaurant and breakfast returns.

8

Simon

12 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

First time staying but not the last, right in the town centre and so convenient, on site parking is a big bonus.

10

Glenn

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff - we’re very helpful with gaining ideas for things to do in the area. Parking was good, but tight with a larger vehicle. Only criticism is when the room was serviced, the bed was made and towels replaced, but the cups/mugs weren’t replaced, so had to clean these myself in the bathroom sink to reuse. Other than that, an enjoyable stay and would book again.

8

Nikki

18 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were friendly and helpful, good central location but 1 way street access can be challenging plus carparking was very cramped and difficult.

10

Erin

11 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a lovely three night stay at Distinction. The restaurant was under renovation but no problem as there are so many great food options only a short walk away. Perfect location to walk anywhere in New Plymouth town centre including Pukekura Park and the coastal walkway. Great spacious room (king suite) with a lovely view, comfy bed and good shower. Clean and quiet too. Staff were helpful and there was plenty of parking which was easy even with a big Ute. Will definitely stay again - was also great value for money

10

Ian

23 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Dining was under renovation

10

Susie

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was spot on from checking in and out. Receptionist was so cheerful and helpful he gave us great tips. The beds were so comfortable and the spa was a bonus. Thank you very much will definitely come again.

8

Amanda

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Parking was really convenient. Didn't try the breakfasts.

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Cleanliness

Generally clean rooms and common areas are noted by many guests. Occasional issues include a missed room service, un-replaced mugs, cobwebs, and some dated bathrooms.

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10

Shaun

18 Mar 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The location is very convenient for the centre as well as sites just outside like Pukekura Park and Brooklands Park where WOMAD takes place. There was daily housekeeping and the staff were very friendly and helpful, especially when i needed to book an extra night.. The room and shared hotel facilities were clean. It doesn't currently have on site cafe/restaurant, but there are a number of really good places within a short walk. It's close to the local bus services and the coastal walk which is a beautiful walk in places. It has a guest laundry which i found useful. The hotel itself despite being close to town, felt quite peaceful and relaxed. I would happily stay again.

10

T G A Buma

13 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable stay. Friendly helpful staff Clean room 👍

8

Ming Kion

8 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice accomodation and close to town centre. Comfortable and clean.

10

Kirstin

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No complaints. Great stay. Nice and clean. Close to town. Helpful staff.

10

Glenn

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff - we’re very helpful with gaining ideas for things to do in the area. Parking was good, but tight with a larger vehicle. Only criticism is when the room was serviced, the bed was made and towels replaced, but the cups/mugs weren’t replaced, so had to clean these myself in the bathroom sink to reuse. Other than that, an enjoyable stay and would book again.

6

Sheena

2 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We were very disappointed with our room, especially for the cost. No kitchen facilities, after a longdrive, we wanted toeatin, we had togo andask for platrs, andcutlery. There was no microwave, no kitchen sink, a tiny fridge. The spa bathis verysmall. There were cobwebs on the windows, and dirt on the windowsils, w

10

Qays (Nicky)

6 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,363 nights

easy check-in and out process. Room was clean and big, comfortable beds. Close to everything in the town area.

4

Anne

27 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location. No servicing of the room on the second day. Had to go to rec

8

Peter

26 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, building is getting a bit tired and windows are tiny, but rooms are tidy and location is excellent.

8

Mike

11 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location in the CBD easy walk to waterfront, shops, cafes and restaurants...also easy stroll to the park for the Festival of Lights. Bathrooms are a littled dated and showing their age but we're still clean and useable. Beds were comfortable and rooms were a good size. Would definitely stay again.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable and often spacious, with quiet stays and good beds reported. Some feel dated; a few units have tiny or windowless bedrooms, noisy air conditioning, or limited kitchen facilities.

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Lorrin

16 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The 2 bedroom suite although it has a good lounge area, the bedrooms have no windows which felt quite unusual. The aircon was very noisey and cold. Would not stay here agin.

8

Karen

24 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Room was spacious and comfortable. Staff were very helpful.

8

Luke

30 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Was clean and tidy. Nice and quiet. Decent size rooms.

6

Andrew

3 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient and good place. Great shower and bath tub just be prepared for 4 hours of cleaning cycle so bath early. Too much light coming through curtains from CBD area so maybe get room on other the other side. Great welcome from staff. Worth the money.

10

Gregory

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice convenient location. Good size room with jetted bath.

10

Angela

7 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice room and conveniently located.

10

Erin

11 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a lovely three night stay at Distinction. The restaurant was under renovation but no problem as there are so many great food options only a short walk away. Perfect location to walk anywhere in New Plymouth town centre including Pukekura Park and the coastal walkway. Great spacious room (king suite) with a lovely view, comfy bed and good shower. Clean and quiet too. Staff were helpful and there was plenty of parking which was easy even with a big Ute. Will definitely stay again - was also great value for money

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Sheena

2 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We were very disappointed with our room, especially for the cost. No kitchen facilities, after a longdrive, we wanted toeatin, we had togo andask for platrs, andcutlery. There was no microwave, no kitchen sink, a tiny fridge. The spa bathis verysmall. There were cobwebs on the windows, and dirt on the windowsils, w

10

Howard

7 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff, super comfortable room and very quiet. Definitely will return.

8

Peter

26 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, building is getting a bit tired and windows are tiny, but rooms are tidy and location is excellent.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with smooth check-ins and useful local tips. Rare problems include a faulty key card, an unfriendly or absent reception experience, and a booking availability mishap.

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Graeme

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very impressed with the hotel, especially the helpful and friendly staff. GB

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Catherine

19 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely welcome staff great

10

Grayden

2 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Super convenient location and the staff were really helpful and offered local recommendations. The room was comfortable and I enjoyed my stay.

6

Wayne

2 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Had issues with my card not scanning me into my room.

2

Caitlin

3 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I booked same day, paid almost $400. Showed up and everything was closed, staff member told me they were booked out yet online it stated there were 4 rooms available, I was told to deal with it on my own, even though I’d just paid towards to hotel. The staff member was probably new because he was absolutely useless lol. They clearly have an issue when it comes to things online, In the future I’d call before booking anything, especially with this hotel

10

Christian

15 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This place was perfect for me. Great location, quiet, and the front of house person was super helpful. Will stay again!

10

Keith

25 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and friendly staff who looked after us.

10

Rennie

22 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a nice place to stay and comfortable bed I arrived exhausted having driven from Wellington and would have appreciated a more friendly welcome 🤗

10

Qays (Nicky)

6 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,363 nights

easy check-in and out process. Room was clean and big, comfortable beds. Close to everything in the town area.

10

Susie

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was spot on from checking in and out. Receptionist was so cheerful and helpful he gave us great tips. The beds were so comfortable and the spa was a bonus. Thank you very much will definitely come again.

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Location

Central, walkable location close to the CBD, waterfront, parks, and restaurants. One-way street access can be tricky for drivers.

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Shaun

18 Mar 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The location is very convenient for the centre as well as sites just outside like Pukekura Park and Brooklands Park where WOMAD takes place. There was daily housekeeping and the staff were very friendly and helpful, especially when i needed to book an extra night.. The room and shared hotel facilities were clean. It doesn't currently have on site cafe/restaurant, but there are a number of really good places within a short walk. It's close to the local bus services and the coastal walk which is a beautiful walk in places. It has a guest laundry which i found useful. The hotel itself despite being close to town, felt quite peaceful and relaxed. I would happily stay again.

10

Larisa

21 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, friendly staff

8

Simon

12 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

First time staying but not the last, right in the town centre and so convenient, on site parking is a big bonus.

8

Nikki

18 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were friendly and helpful, good central location but 1 way street access can be challenging plus carparking was very cramped and difficult.

10

Carl

30 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location to the city and sights of New Plymouth. Parking on site but everything is in walking distance.

8

Julie

28 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location for walking into the town centre

10

Christian

15 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This place was perfect for me. Great location, quiet, and the front of house person was super helpful. Will stay again!

8

Simon

15 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very convenient, I always stayed at the Quest before but this is now my preferred stay when in NP.

10

Hawea

26 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff, good rooms. Very central to so many shops

8

Mike

11 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location in the CBD easy walk to waterfront, shops, cafes and restaurants...also easy stroll to the park for the Festival of Lights. Bathrooms are a littled dated and showing their age but we're still clean and useable. Beds were comfortable and rooms were a good size. Would definitely stay again.

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Dining

On-site dining and breakfast are not currently operating due to renovations. Guests point to plenty of eateries within a short walk instead.

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Shaun

18 Mar 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The location is very convenient for the centre as well as sites just outside like Pukekura Park and Brooklands Park where WOMAD takes place. There was daily housekeeping and the staff were very friendly and helpful, especially when i needed to book an extra night.. The room and shared hotel facilities were clean. It doesn't currently have on site cafe/restaurant, but there are a number of really good places within a short walk. It's close to the local bus services and the coastal walk which is a beautiful walk in places. It has a guest laundry which i found useful. The hotel itself despite being close to town, felt quite peaceful and relaxed. I would happily stay again.

10

Julie

4 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Shame that there was no restaurant on site. Enjoyable stay.

8

Simon

13 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was as expected, rooms were fine and we got for a good price. Will be nice once the hotel restaurant and breakfast returns.

8

Liza

13 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We are so comfortable staying at your hotel and the staff is great and welcoming. Very close to restaurants etc. Thanks Liza C

10

Erin

11 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a lovely three night stay at Distinction. The restaurant was under renovation but no problem as there are so many great food options only a short walk away. Perfect location to walk anywhere in New Plymouth town centre including Pukekura Park and the coastal walkway. Great spacious room (king suite) with a lovely view, comfy bed and good shower. Clean and quiet too. Staff were helpful and there was plenty of parking which was easy even with a big Ute. Will definitely stay again - was also great value for money

8

Chris

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very welcoming and close to City centre. Very handy to visit the lights on foot. Would be good if insight dining was available.

8

lesley

20 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, easy walk to downtown. Clean, friendly staff Would like to see bar and restaurant opened

10

Ian

23 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Dining was under renovation

8

Hugh

21 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

A very pleasant stay. Great staff. Lots of walkable dining options for cafes and restaurants.

8

Steve

10 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Last stay a breakfast was included but the restaurant was closed this rime although I understand this will be changing

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Distinction New Plymouth Hotel

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