The County Hotel

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Marine Parade

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Front of property
Library
Interior
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds
Dinner served, international cuisine

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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12 Browning Street, Napier, 4001
  • Marine Parade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • War Memorial Conference Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed

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

Luxury Suite

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

Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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
  • War Memorial Conference Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ocean Spa - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Napier Prison - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Rogue Hop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Masonic Art Deco Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Market St - ‬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 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 is available for a fee
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

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 is available for a fee (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.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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.

How much does it cost to stay at The County Hotel?

As of Sep 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The County Hotel on Sep 24, 2025 start from $77.49, excluding 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.

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. A fee applies for early check-in.

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.