The Dawson Motel

4.5 star property
Luxury New Plymouth motel in New Plymouth CBD with free parking

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The Dawson Motel

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Luxury Suite | Bathroom
Front of property
Standard Room, Non Smoking (twin room)

Overview of The Dawson Motel

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Your area essentials

Map
16 Dawson Street, New Plymouth, 4601
  • Popular LocationCentre City Shopping Centre8 min walk
  • Popular LocationPukekura Park16 min walk
  • Popular LocationBowl of Brooklands5 min drive
  • AirportNew Plymouth (NPL)15 min drive

Room options

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (studio)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, Non Smoking (twin room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

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About the area

New Plymouth

The Dawson Motel places you in the centre of New Plymouth, within a short 5-minute stroll of War Memorial and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Added amenities include free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class New Plymouth CBD motel include Puke Ariki and Real Tart Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Centre City Shopping Centre - 8 min walk
  • Pukekura Park - 16 min walk
  • Fitzroy Beach - 3 min drive
  • Taranaki Base Hospital - 4 min drive
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Good Home Public Bar & Restaurant - 6 min walk
  • Three Sisters Brewery - 6 min walk
  • Frederics - 6 min walk
  • Fresha - 8 min walk
  • Ms White - 5 min walk

About this property

The Dawson Motel

Luxury New Plymouth motel in New Plymouth CBD with free parking
The Dawson Motel offers its guests laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and express check-in. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star New Plymouth motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2011
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Dawson Motel offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features iPod docking stations and DVD players. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This New Plymouth motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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–9 AM for a fee: NZD 10.50–20 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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

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

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Building
  • Built in 2011
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Dawson Motel New Plymouth
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Dawson New Plymouth
The Dawson Motel Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Dawson Motel?

The Dawson Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 18 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dawson Motel on 26 Apr 2024 start from AU$165.85, including 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.

Is parking available at The Dawson Motel?

Yep, The Dawson Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Dawson Motel?

The closest beach to The Dawson Motel is Fitzroy Beach (2.2 km).

Does The Dawson Motel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Dawson Motel?

No, The Dawson Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Dawson Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Dawson Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Dawson Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 157 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rosaline Maria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed to know entrance was not on Dawson St. Otherwise all was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy

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

8/10 Good

bruce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a little noisy with trucks passing thankfully no trains units nicely modern and kept clean friendly staff will come again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So central to CBD. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, walkway. Excellent parking and room very spacious. IMMACULATE!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Slava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Piu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Super clean, great amenities, friendly host & staff, superb location. Will stay again ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely motel, only comment would be a better shower rose, there was good pressure but more squirted out of shower rose
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023