About Us
Support Us
icon-menu
Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park© Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park
Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park

11 Best Family Accommodations in New Plymouth 👪 [2024]

© Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park
Article Single Pages© NZPocketGuide.com
Article Single Pages© NZPocketGuide.com
NZ Pocket Guide is 10 years old. Thank you for trusting us with your trip for over a decade!

Where to Find the Best Child-Friendly Accommodation in New Plymouth

Treat you and your family to a Taranaki getaway in the bustling hub of New Plymouth. Whether you’re seeking adventures on the mountain or prefer beachcombing, you’ll certainly find a kid-friendly place to retreat. Budget motels, luxury hotels, apartments and affordable hostels all make up the family accommodations in New Plymouth! For alternative accommodations, be sure to also check out the 10 Best Hotels in New Plymouth.

For inspiration on what to do, see The Guide to New Plymouth for Families and the 10 Things to Do in New Plymouth with Kids.

1. Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park

Families can always rely on New Zealand’s holiday parks for a holiday that kids will love, and it’s no different in New Plymouth. Check out Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park, offering camping spaces, as well as motel accommodation. Motel rooms are in stand-alone units, which are modernly decorated and have all the essentials. Kitchen facilities, bathrooms, a TV and a deck make up the amenities in both the “Studio” sleeping up to three guests and the “Two-Bedroom Motel” sleeping up to six. For those on a tighter budget, cabins are also available where bedding needs to be hired or provided.

Check Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park out:

11 Best Family Accommodations in New Plymouth© Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park

2. Flamingo Motel

A motel that offers more than just a room, the Flamingo Motel is popular with families thanks to its indoor heated swimming pool, games room and location near the city centre. Rooms are simple with attractive features like timber-lined walls, while the furnishings are nothing flashy but make do for the affordable price. Smaller families can make use of the studio rooms sleeping up to three people, while larger tribes have the option of one and two-bedroom units. All rooms have self-catering facilities and a bathroom. Other features include on-site parking, gardens, guest laundry, an indoor hot pool, Sky TV and WiFi. See more like this in the 10 Best Budget Accommodations in New Plymouth.

Check Flamingo Motel out:

11 Best Family Accommodations in New Plymouth© Flamingo Motel

3. Quest New Plymouth

Home comforts and luxury are combined at Quest New Plymouth. The apartment complex in the heart of the city sits just across the road from the city centre shopping mall and features 40 apartments. The best option for families is the “Two-Bedroom Executive Apartment” with separate bedrooms, a fully-equipped and modern kitchen with an oven, and plenty of space and furniture to lounge and dine. Keep entertained with the free WiFi and in-house movies, while practical services include car parking, access to an off-site gym, restaurant chargebacks and breakfast packs. Check out more stays with kitchen facilities in the 10 Best Self-Catering Accommodations in New Plymouth.

Check Quest New Plymouth out:

11 Best Family Accommodations in New Plymouth© Quest New Plymouth Serviced Apartments

4. One Burgess Hill

Surrounded by lush forest, yet only 5km (3 miles) from New Plymouth city centre, One Burgess Hill provides a tranquil retreat for families. The “Two-Bedroom Unit” is ideal for families of four, featuring a downstairs kitchen and open-plan lounge with a DVD player and free WiFi. Upstairs are two large bedrooms with a spa and shower bathroom. Kids have plenty of space to roam on the lawns outside. What’s more, if you want a break from cooking, there’s a cooked and continental breakfast available.

Check One Burgess Hill out:

11 Best Family Accommodations in New Plymouth© One Burgess Hill

5. King and Queen Hotel Suites

Treat your loved ones to a luxurious stay in the King and Queen Hotel Suites. The “King Henry Suites” are a fine choice for families with two bedrooms, sumptuous bedding, lavish lounge furnishings and a full kitchen. Luxurious additions include a pillow menu, iPhone docking station, minibar, two TVs and views of the Tasman Sea. The hotel also offers the most extensive collection of chargeback restaurants and cafes in the city, with seven eateries to indulge in, as well as an in-room dining menu. Other hotel features include free WiFi, undercover parking, hotel transfers, free bike hire, access to a local gym, dry cleaning and more. See more like this in our 10 Best Luxury Accommodations in New Plymouth.

Check King and Queen Hotel Suites out:

King and Queen Hotel Suites© King and Queen Hotel Suites

6. Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park

Kids love the beach, so get closer to one of New Plymouth’s best beaches at the Fitzroy Holiday Park! Accommodation at the holiday park includes camping, “glamping” tents in summer, and a range of cabins for families on a budget. Most cabins have kitchenettes and an ensuite, while some of the cheaper offerings require you to hire bedding or bring your own. The holiday park also has a communal kitchen, bathrooms, trampolines, barbecue area, playground, swimming pool, free WiFi, laundry and more.

Check Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park out:

11 Best Family Accommodations in New Plymouth© Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park

7. Aviator

Another type of family accommodation in New Plymouth to consider is a holiday home. One of the top-rated is Aviator located on the quiet outskirts of town near New Plymouth Airport. Enjoy views of Mt Taranaki along with preparing meals in your well-equipped and modern kitchen. The space is ideal for families with a double bed in one room and a sofa bed in the lounge. There are plenty of ways to relax between the attractive garden with a barbecue and kicking back with the TVs featuring steaming services.

Check Aviator out:

10 Best Family Accommodation in New Plymouth© Aviator

8. Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park

Kids love the beach, so get closer to one of New Plymouth’s best beaches at the Fitzroy Holiday Park! Accommodation at the holiday park includes camping, “glamping” tents in summer, and a range of cabins for families on a budget. Most cabins have kitchenettes and an ensuite, while some of the cheaper offerings require you to hire bedding or bring your own. The holiday park also has a communal kitchen, bathrooms, trampolines, barbecue area, playground, swimming pool, free WiFi, laundry and more.

Check Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park out:

Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park© Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park

9. Auto Lodge Motor Inn

A larger motel located within walking distance of the city centre and Pukekura Park, Auto Lodge Motor Inn is well worth checking for availability. Many of the 87 rooms cater to families and feature facilities like the on-site Juliana’s Restaurant & Bar, an indoor swimming pool, pool tables and more. The one and two-bedroom family rooms have full kitchen facilities for extra convenience, while larger groups can book themselves in the “Four-Bedroom Villa”.

Check Auto Lodge Motor Inn out:

Auto Lodge Motor Inn© Auto Lodge Motor Inn

10. The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel

Luxurious hotel rooms await at The Devon Hotel by the Heritage Collection. This 4.5-star hotel offers two varieties of rooms with versatile layouts for families. Choose the entry-level “Studio Room” with an ensuite bathroom or opt for more space in the “Suite” with a separate lounge. Food is not a hassle here thanks to the Marbles Restaurant where guests can enjoy a range of dishes made from locally-sourced ingredients. The hotel also offers bike hire, a heated outdoor pool, a spa pool and more! Discover more hotels in the 10 Best Hotels in New Plymouth.

Check The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel out:

The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel© The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel

11. Carrington Motel

The location near the family-friendly Pukekura Park is just one of the reasons for families to choose the Carrington Motel. Other reasons include the affordable “Family Units” with one bedroom sleeping three and one single bed in the lounge. Units have Sky TV, WiFi, room service and a bathroom. Guests also have access to a barbecue area, parking, laundry and self-catering facilities. Light and cooked breakfasts are also available. If you like the idea of staying in a motel, be sure to also check out the 12 BEST Motels in New Plymouth.

Check Carrington Motel out:

Carrington Motel © Carrington Motel

10. Ariki Backpackers

For families who care about doing things more than where they stay, check out Ariki Backpackers. The laid-back hostel has an ideal location in the centre of New Plymouth. It includes all the essential facilities, from a communal kitchen and laundry, as well as the option to hire bikes, kayaks and surfboards. The hostel has family rooms available with an ensuite. Rooms are simple but ultra-affordable! See more recommendations like this in our 5 Best Backpacker Hostels in New Plymouth.

Check Ariki Backpackers out:

Ariki Backpackers© Ariki Backpackers

More About Family Accommodations in New Plymouth

Now that you have found some of the best family accommodations in New Plymouth, check out what there is to do there using the following guides:

Finally, if there’s anything we’ve missed, you’re likely to find it in The Complete Travel Guide to New Plymouth.

Sources:

The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across New Zealand and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:

Our editorial standards: At NZ Pocket Guide, we uphold strict editorial standards to ensure accurate and quality content.

About The Author

Laura S.

This article has been reviewed and published by Laura, the editor-in-chief and co-founder of NZ Pocket Guide. Laura is a first-class honours journalism graduate and a travel journalist with expertise in New Zealand and South Pacific tourism for over 10 years. She also runs travel guides for five of the top destinations in the South Pacific and is the co-host of over 250 episodes of the NZ Travel Show on YouTube.

Contact Laura About Our Team

Was this article useful?

Facebook
Pinterest
Twitter

Related Posts

Recommended For You
About Us
Support Us