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The Dawson Motel

4.5 star property
Motel in New Plymouth with free parking

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Family Suite | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Luxury Suite | Living area | LCD TV, DVD player, iPod dock
Free self parking
Luxury Suite | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Travelers find themselves in the heart of New Plymouth CBD at The Dawson Motel, where a helpful staff creates a welcoming atmosphere. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi, park vehicles at no extra cost, and have the option to explore the area on rental bicycles.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is ￥14,808
￥17,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (twin room) | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (twin room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking (studio)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Separate bathtub and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Luxury Suite | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
4601, New Plymouth, 16 Dawson Street

What's nearby

  • Centre City Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pukekura Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fitzroy Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Taranaki Base Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Laughing Buddha - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chaos Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Petit Paris - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Three Sisters Brewery - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Dawson Motel

Motel located in New Plymouth CBD
The Dawson Motel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Dawson Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 10.50 to 20 per person

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2011
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 50.0
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 10.50 to 20.00 per person
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50.0 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Dawson Motel New Plymouth
Dawson Motel
Dawson New Plymouth
The Dawson Motel Motel
The Dawson Motel New Plymouth
The Dawson Motel Motel New Plymouth

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dawson Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dawson Motel?

As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dawson Motel on Nov 17, 2025 start from ￥14,808, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Dawson Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dawson Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dawson Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 50.0 (subject to availability).

Where is The Dawson Motel located?

Located in New Plymouth CBD, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of War Memorial and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery. Puke Ariki and Real Tart Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

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The Dawson Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 198 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Amenities
Excellent location - spacious rooms - friendly owners & staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay. It was very clean & staff were very professional & polite. Will definately stay there again. Many thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Handy to Restaurants and bars

Handy to Restaurants and bars, easy access to northern motorway.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great facility with really lovely folks operating it. It was truly a pleasure to stay there. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms. Excellent facilities. Great parking. Friendly reception/host.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and so clean. Was so lovely to have complimentary cookies with the tea and coffee, Never had that before. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy location. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Great service at checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious family room. Well equipped and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very clean walkable to town center and walkway. Would definitely stay here again when next in New Plymouth
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon and Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Unit cosy and comfortable. Shower was absolutely heavenly! I look forward to be able to stay there another time. A+
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! It was perfect for what we needed. Staff were lovely and very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaedra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts and very helpful .. quality room and amenities. Very highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean unit. Very close to restaurants and town. Warm and cosy Ideal for couple of nights
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy to city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable spotlessly clean. It served our purposes well for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, clean and decent room size.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, clean and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very clean, updated Motel

Clean and updated motel and room. Nice amenities in room and conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The shower rose needs some servicing but apart from that it was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Te Aomihia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm caring staff n nice spacious clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet, tidy and comfy.

convenient location, friendly staff. Great having access to an EV charger for a nominal fee (cheaper than super charger by far)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for visiting the city (within 10-15 minutes walk of most key attractions). Easy to access main routes in and out of the city for further exploring. Very clean unit. Comfortable beds. Great spot. Will be returning for our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for location in CBD.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025