Hotels in New Plymouth

A lot of pleasant things have happened to the Taranaki accommodations scene in recent years, chief among them the addition of the smart offerings described below. Taranaki Country Lodge, 169 Hursthouse Rd. (www.taranakicountrylodge.co.nz; tel. 0800/395-863 in NZ, or 06/755-0274), has two suites set amid rolling Taranaki farmland; you'll pay NZ$200 to NZ$350 per night. Dinner is available on request and Jim and Robyn Hutchinson offer free airport transport and Wi-Fi. Next door to Pukekura Park, you'll find a very nice bed and breakfast stay at Issey Manor, 32 Carrington St., New Plymouth (www.isseymanor.co.nz; tel. 06/758-2375). Here, four quiet, stylish rooms (two with spa baths) go for NZ$145 to NZ$185; guests have the use of a separate lounge and kitchen and it's just a 5-minute walk to the city.

All rates here and below include the 15% GST and parking.

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