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Distinction New Plymouth Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel perfect for exploring New Plymouth

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A multi-story hotel with a modern glass facade, a ground-level entrance with a covered area, and a visible sign indicating it is a hotel.
Hallway
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a small table with a wine bottle, and a desk with a laptop.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
One Bedroom Apartment | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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42 Powderham Street, New Plymouth, 4310
  • Place, TSB Showplace
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Centre City Shopping Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pukekura Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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One Bedroom Apartment | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

One Bedroom Apartment

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a sofa.

Two Bedroom Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a door.

Large Two Bedroom Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with two chairs and a table, a separate desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a television, and a window with curtains.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

Studio, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a door.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Studio, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white bedding and a single red and white striped pillow. A painting of a coastal scene hangs above the bed.

Economy Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

New Plymouth

New Plymouth CBD stay.With a stay at this New Plymouth CBD hotel, you'll be steps from Taranaki Cathedral and Saint Mary's Church. TSB Showplace and Richmond Cottage are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • TSB Showplace - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Govett-Brewster Art Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Puke Ariki - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Centre City Shopping Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pukekura Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ms White - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Peggy Gordon's Celtic Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Good Home - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tank - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Distinction New Plymouth Hotel

3.5-star hotel perfect for exploring New Plymouth
As a guest of Distinction New Plymouth Hotel, you'll find a fitness center, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Distinction New Plymouth Hotel also features a front-desk safe and an elevator. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star New Plymouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1999
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This New Plymouth hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NZD 35 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 35.00 for adults and NZD 20.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

COPTHORNE GRAND CENTRAL
COPTHORNE GRAND CENTRAL New Plymouth
COPTHORNE HOTEL GRAND CENTRAL
COPTHORNE HOTEL GRAND CENTRAL New Plymouth
Grand Central Hotel
Distinction New Plymouth
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel Hotel
Copthorne Hotel Grand Central New Plymouth
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel New Plymouth
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel Conference Centre
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel Hotel New Plymouth

Frequently asked questions

How close is Distinction New Plymouth Hotel to the airport?

Distinction New Plymouth Hotel is 7.3 mi (11-min drive) away from the New Plymouth (NPL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction New Plymouth Hotel?

As of Jul 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction New Plymouth Hotel on Jul 19, 2026 start from $69, 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.

Does Distinction New Plymouth Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Distinction New Plymouth Hotel.

How close is Distinction New Plymouth Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) from Fitzroy Beach and 3.6 mi (10-min drive) from Back Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Distinction New Plymouth Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Distinction New Plymouth Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 35.00 for adults and NZD 20.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Distinction New Plymouth Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Distinction New Plymouth Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Distinction New Plymouth Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Distinction New Plymouth Hotel have a pool?

Distinction New Plymouth Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Distinction New Plymouth Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Distinction New Plymouth Hotel to downtown New Plymouth?

Distinction New Plymouth Hotel is 0.3 mi away from New Plymouth.

Distinction New Plymouth Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 417 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Champak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff & well located
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy to town and seaside walkway Nice restaurant on site
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, restaurant attached and close to the city centre
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and nice an clean. Hotel fully recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff and great breakfasts cooked to order.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Kirsten

Liked: Staff & service
This hotel is nice and close to the city centre. We enjoyed the proximity to restaurants and the coastal walkway. The accommodation was spacious for our family and staff helped when we had issues with aircon and some supplies in our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room, great staff and excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

T G A Buma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very comfortable stay. Friendly helpful staff Clean room 👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

george

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff clean room central location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb receptionist who really set the tone for our stay. Great central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff who looked after us.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, room had everything needed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Farah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice and helping staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

BayneandJudy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely welcome staff great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff this weekend were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location to all facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was as clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and relaxed clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spacious and comfortable. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, easy parking and a central location. We had a two bedroom apartment. I enjoyed the dark, windowless bedrooms after a day hiking to the top of Mt Taranaki, they were very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was clean and bed comfortable. Good size room. Didn't like the smell in the room though. Overall would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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