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The Dawson Motel

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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Motel located in New Plymouth CBD

The Dawson Motel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is P6,605
P7,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a kitchen area, and a painting on the wall.

Luxury Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a TV, and a window with a city view.

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (studio)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a window.

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (twin room)

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a TV, and a window with a view.

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (twin room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking (studio)

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

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (studio)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a red and white bedspread, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Family Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a seating area with chairs, a small table with a bowl, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a sink.

Luxury Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located by the sea, The Dawson Motel is in New Plymouth CBD, a neighborhood in New Plymouth. Puke Ariki and TSB Showplace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Wind Wand and Richmond Cottage. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Yarrow Stadium or Stadium Taranaki. Visit our New Plymouth travel guide
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16 Dawson Street, New Plymouth, 4601

What's nearby

  • A modern building with reflective glass panels and illuminated interior lights.
    Govett-Brewster Art Gallery
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A modern building with a unique geometric facade and the name "Puke Ariki" displayed prominently.
    Puke Ariki
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky shoreline, a tree, and a railway track.
    Wind Wand
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.
    Pukekura Park
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Centre City Shopping Centre
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tartan Rose Cakery and Deli
    2 min drive
  • Salt Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Ms White
    5 min walk
  • Burgerfuel
    2 min drive
  • Pukekura Park Teahouse
    3 min drive

About this property

The Dawson Motel

  • Motel located in New Plymouth CBD
  • The Dawson Motel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and an electric car charging station
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Dawson Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
    • LCD TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 10.50 to 20 per person

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2011
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 50.0
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 10.50 to 20.00 per person
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50.0 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dawson Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dawson Motel?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dawson Motel on Sep 1, 2026 start from P6,605, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dawson Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dawson Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 50.0 (subject to availability).

Where is The Dawson Motel located?

Located in New Plymouth CBD, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of War Memorial and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery. Puke Ariki and Coastal Walkway are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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