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The County Hotel

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Marine Parade

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Front of property
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wooden headboard.
A restaurant with a fireplace, candles, and a wine rack.
A lobby with a red carpet, wooden paneling, a staircase, a bar area with a lamp, and a vase with flowers.
Library

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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12 Browning Street, Napier, 4001
  • Place, Marine Parade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Napier Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, War Memorial Conference Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and two chairs.

Luxury Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Suite

A spacious living room with a red carpet, leather armchairs, a fireplace, and a dining area with wooden furniture.

Luxury Suite

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Napier

Napier South stay.With a stay at this Napier South hotel, you'll be steps from Art Deco Trust and MTG Hawke's Bay Museum. Marine Parade and War Memorial Conference Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Marine Parade - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Napier Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • MTG Hawke's Bay Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Art Deco Trust - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • War Memorial Conference Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Napier - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Art Deco Masonic Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Rose - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rogue Hop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Three Wise Birds Portside Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The County Hotel

5-star luxury hotel near Marine Parade
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury The County Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The County Hotel was completed in February 2022.

This Edwardian Napier hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1908
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The County Hotel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs and hydromassage showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Napier hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (NZD 15 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Wine tours

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 65.00
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 55.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 15.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 65.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 55.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

County Hotel
County Hotel Napier
County Napier
Hotel County
The County Hotel Hotel
The County Hotel Napier
The County Hotel Hotel Napier

Frequently asked questions

How close is The County Hotel to the airport?

The County Hotel is 5.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The County Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The County Hotel.

How close is The County Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Napier Beach and 2.7 mi (6-min drive) from Westshore Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The County Hotel offer free breakfast?

The County Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The County Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The County Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Early check-in costs NZD 65.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The County Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for NZD 15.00 per day.

Does The County Hotel have a pool?

The County Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The County Hotel have a restaurant?

The County Hotel is home to Churchills Restaurant Bar, which features international cuisine and light fare.

Does The County Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The County Hotel to downtown Napier?

The County Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Napier.

The County Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 749 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 749 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 749 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 749 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 749 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I love this property staff are so friendly; rooms are so large; location is great. I use this as my go to hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location, helpful staff, and delightful style.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful management & staff! True commitment to keeping this treasure, while offering what current travelers need and want. So much character!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel - historic & great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, super clean room, friendly staff, convenient paid parking opposite hotel, loved the old world characters of the building. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SARAH ELIZABETH

Staff very helpful and courteous. Beautiful old hotel near to town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Restaurants and shopping just around the corner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was immaculate and the staff was so welcoming. Our room was very comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent and the room and bathroom were spacious and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel, all the quirky features, Donal, the manager was amazing and showed us all around, there was even free port in the library.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a great stay in Napier at the County. Nice welcome, lovely staff and a nice room with a wee balcony and view. ..
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and very charactfull property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel and great service
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room. Whole hotel has a beautiful deco ambience. Very relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, staff were amazing, polite, courteous and accommodating. Dinner on site was divine!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly & helpful staff. Excellent decor and amenities. Retro theme with modern features. In the Art Deco district, just 2 blocks from the beach. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and friendly owner and staff. The hotel is authentic art deco with ample comfortable rooms. Dinner was excellent. A highlight of the Napier Art Deco experience
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice property. Will definitely stay there again if in Napier.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miriam Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely delightful old style hotel. Our hostess was so welcoming, helpful and friendly. Our room was fantastic - very lush decor with all the glamour of the Art Deco period. Especially loved the gorgeous old library well stocked with books. The provision of some port to drink while relaxing in the large comfortable leather chairs with a book was a real treat. Would thoroughly recommend this hotel, particularly for those who welcome some good old fashioned hospitality. A great 4 nights and would definitely return. Many thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely period rooms, clean and modern amenities. Friendly, attentive staff and a lovely tradition of complementary port in the library An excellent location. Our second visit and it didn’t not disappoint in any way.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff were awesome, room and building are beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Room spacious, nice view of the sea and balcony. Beautiful historic building
Delicious New Years Dinner
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A superb location, and a beautiful historic building. Add to that a very comfortable room and great hospitality, and they have a winning formula. This is a boutique hotel, that doesn’t have every service (eg: breakfasts) but they are very transparent on that, and helpful about finding those amenities. Angela was a wonderful host! And you feel like you’re living in a 1930s Napier art deco world!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with lovely staff, super convenient and nice yesteryear charm
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025