3-Star Hotels in Taranaki, New Zealand

Mediocre. There were some significant issues during our stay. That being said, the service was friendly and they tried to help where there was an issue. Unfortunately, there were a few though. To start with, they gave us the wrong room, not that which we had booked (a double instead of a twin). They quickly accomodated this however and moved us. Over the first night, we noticed it had been particularly hot. Despite there being AC in the room and having it on the lowest settings, it did not cool the room. We did inform them of this and they offered to move rooms or give us a fan, this was helpful but dissapointing that it had not been checked earlier. We were also dissapointed that there were no towels provided, despite face cloths being so. The car park was non-existent, being a junk yard instead. There was street parking available but felt less secure. The location was resonable with easy access to takeaways and the supermarket. There were some troubles over the nights including loud, persistent banging on the doors which the owners seemed to do nothing about. Possibly patrons of the attached bar. We did not use the bar or restuarant facilities so cannot comment there. On the bright side, the shower was excellent! Great pressure and temperature, lovely after a long day out.

The room was older but very clean, the wall was cracked, the carpet stained and the toilet not bolted to the floor. None of things made the stay any less funtional and the service standard and facilities were excellent. It was excellent for our family and we would stay again.

Ariki Backpacker is in a great location, close to the museum, the coastal walkway, and a large market within walking distance. The staff were very friendly, and it was nice to be able to do laundry at a low price and rent a bike at a very good price. It was a guesthouse with great facilities overall, such as a small movie theater-like room, a restaurant, and a bathroom. The cleanliness was also good.. I will definitely use it again next time. I highly recommend this accommodation..

This was such a good location. Right beside the beach. Owners were very friendly at check in. cabin was super clean and exactly what we were looking through as we passed through New Plymouth.

The owner, Brett, was very welcoming. The car and backpacker hostel facilities were old, but still quite clean. The kitchen, bathroom, and living room were spotless, and the garden and lawn were beautifully manicured. It had an old-fashioned English style. Photos are attached for your reference.

The place was very tidy and very conducive. As per the service and hospitality of the staff it was awesome. Will visit again in the future.🫶

Great wee place, will be even better in time to come, they are doing some renovations currently. Room was nice and clean and well priced. Had all I needed and the shower was brilliant pressure so me coming from rural low pressure shower at home, I'd book again solely for the shower!!! Good carparking, and friendly service. Cheers!