Popular places to visit
Paritutu Rock
Climb up the short, steep path to this vantage point for stunning views of the rugged Taranaki coastline, Sugar Loaf Islands and Tasman Sea.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Spotswood Hotel Deals
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
This has become our go to place to stay in NP.
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025
Plymouth International
Room clean, serviced daily, staff polite friendly and helpful
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
Little bit old and dated. However for the price it's good
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
Very friendly
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park
The room, the staff and the scenery were spectacular.Room was very clean and it was so quiet with only the waves of the ocean making their presence know to those who listen.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Auto Lodge Motor Inn
Very friendly and helpful staff. Hotel seems to be getting a little old!! But not in disrepair just needs a lift
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Spotswood
Moturoa
While there might not be top attractions in Moturoa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paritutu Rock and Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve.
Blagdon
When in Blagdon, you can plan a visit to Back Beach and Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Port Taranaki
Port Taranaki might not have many top sights, but Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve and Paritutu Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marfell
When in Marfell, you can plan a visit to Barrett Domain Walkway and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Whalers Gate
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Whalers Gate and surrounding area, you can visit Barrett Domain Walkway and Back Beach.
Lynmouth
While Lynmouth isn't home to many top sights, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and Puke Ariki are some notable places to visit nearby.
