Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
Darts
Karaoke
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Cosy accommodation
Friendly staff
Great location

Categories

Cleanliness
8.4
Room is great. Very clean.
Service
8.4
Michel is a great host too :) welcoming and friendly staff.
Location
8.4
Great location, close to the Taranaki NP.
Room Quality
8.4
This small hotel was very cosy and comfortable. Room was nice.
Amenities
8.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.2
A positive stay overall, met expectations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 01:28

Property Description

Garden Oasis
Escape to Kaponga Hotel, a serene retreat just 3.3 km from Hollard Gardens. Relax in our lush garden, unwind in the shared lounge, and savor a meal at our on-site restaurant.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of free private parking, a shared kitchen, an ATM, and free property-wide WiFi. Everything you need for a comfortable stay is at your fingertips.

Local Attractions
Explore nearby Tawhiti Museum (28 km) and Cape Egmont Lighthouse (46 km) during your stay. With New Plymouth Airport just 61 km away, your adventures are within easy reach.

Book your stay at Kaponga Hotel now for a tranquil getaway surrounded by nature and modern comforts.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 8 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 9 years old to 17 years old stay for NZD 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for NZD 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 106 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.4
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 8.2
R
Reddish • solo_traveller • nz
4
Pros:

Great welcome

Cons:

Rooms cold. No electric blanket.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
R
Rusiate • solo_traveller • au
10
Thoroughly loved my stay, so peaceful and relaxing the staff were very welcoming and accommodating
Pros:

Great location and close to Mt Taranaki even though was but was great to feel it

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
J
Jailson • solo_traveller • us
6
Good
Pros:

Silence

Cons:

Location and no elevator or easy access to the rooms.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
H
Heiko • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Preisgünstige Unterkunft für die Tour auf den Mt. Egmont, sehr sauber und Gemeinschaftsküche gut ausgestattet. Zimmer zwar etwas klein, aber Bett sehr bequem. Die Gaststätte unten ist leider geschlossen.

Cons:

Lage direkt an der Straße

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
T
Tailar • family_with_children • au
10
Brief visit
Pros:

The tidiness and friendly staff

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
L
Lara • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
T
TAKAHIRO • solo_traveller • jp
8
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
B
Boxer • solo_traveller • nz
5
Would go back again.
Pros:

I loved the area it was in. So scenic with the Maunga behind it. The town was so idealic almost a ghost town grocery store and a pub. Loved it.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
B
Bjööön • family_with_children • de
8
Pros:

Late check in option until 10pm. The place is clean and the bed is comfy.

Cons:

The kitchenette has no real option for cooking.

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
C
Christina • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
R
Raymond • couple • in
8
Recommend it, gr8 value for money
Pros:

Great people

Cons:

Nil

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
P
Patty • family_with_children • fr
9
Séjour d'une nuit très agréable.
Pros:

Tout ! l'accueil, l'emplacement, la chambre, le lit très confortable.

Cons:

Pratiquement pas d'insonorisation, on entend tout ce qui se passe dans l'hôtel.

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
L
Lara • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
M
Michelle • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
C
chen • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
A
Armstrong • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
T
Tsvetanka • family_with_children • bg
9
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
H
Heike K.65 • family_with_children • de
8
Zu empfehlen
Pros:

Die Zimmer liegen direkt über dem Pub, dort war ab 10 Uhr Ruhe.
Das Essen war gut, das Pub hat einen schönen Biergarten. Das Personal war sehr freundlich.
Die Zimmer und die Gemeinschaftsräume waren sehr sauber.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
T
tiana • family_with_children • au
10
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
H
Harry • couple • gb
9
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee