Whalers Gate
New Plymouth
Visit Whalers Gate
Popular places to visit
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.
Puke Ariki
Learn about local history in interactive exhibits, eat award-winning food and find useful visitor information at New Plymouth’s ground-breaking cultural center.
Brooklands Zoo
Spend some time at this delightful family-focused zoo, enjoy a picnic lunch in a welcoming setting and learn about animals from around the world.
Whalers Gate Hotel Deals
Modern & Spacious 2yo Home
The property was ideal for us - spacious, clean & good outdoor areas. Unfortunately the access was not straight forward which put a damper on our experience
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025
Plymouth International
Very welcoming staff and free upgrade
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
Loved our stay
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
Clean room
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
The star of the show for us was the 5+ star service (if I could give 10 I would) from Gagan! He was welcoming and so helpful!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Auto Lodge Motor Inn
Great place to stay, Awesome people!
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Whalers Gate
Marfell
When in Marfell, you can plan a visit to Back Beach and Puke Ariki, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Spotswood
If you're spending some time in Spotswood, Back Beach and Paritutu Rock are top sights worth seeing.
Blagdon
When in Blagdon, you can plan a visit to Back Beach and Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium.
Frankleigh Park
When in Frankleigh Park, you can plan a visit to Stadium Taranaki and Brooklands Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
