Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness
Noise from neighbors
Value for money issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.68
General sentiment noted cleanliness issues, with some reviews mentioning worn or dirty areas.
Service
9.15
Staff were described as very helpful, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Location
9.19
Multiple reviews highlighted the great location near the beach and nearby attractions.
Room Quality
7.94
Rooms generally comfortable, but some issues with noise and outdated furniture.
Amenities
8.17
Amenities like the spa pool and mini bar were positively received, but some were considered outdated.
Value for Money
7.13
Some reviews noted that the experience did not match the price paid, indicating less value.
Food and Beverage
8.68
Dining options received a positive mention from guests who enjoyed the meals.
Overall Experience
8.45
The experience was generally positive, though some specific complaints affected the perception.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 00:38

Property Description

Stylish Rooms with Spa Bath and Private Balcony

Enjoy luxurious accommodation at Nautilus overlooking Hawke’s Bay. Relax in stylish rooms equipped with a spa bath and a private balcony or patio, offering breathtaking views of the surroundings.

On-Site Restaurant and Free Wi-Fi

Indulge in exquisite dining at the Art Deco inspired Burtons Restaurant, serving modern New Zealand cuisine with European and Pacific Rim influences. Start your day with a delicious breakfast and unwind with a sumptuous dinner. Plus, stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your stay.

Convenient Location and Tour Desk Services

Explore nearby attractions like Centennial Gardens and the National Aquarium of New Zealand, just a short walk away. Let our tour desk assist you in booking winery tours, trips to Gannet Beach, or exploring Napier Prison. Unwind in comfort and style at Nautilus Napier.

Book your stay at Nautilus today and experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience.

Important information:


Please note that the reception closes at 21:00. If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform The Nautilus Napier in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

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

Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a credit card.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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
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  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1669 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.68
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 7.94
Amenities: 8.17
Value for Money: 7.13
Food and Beverage: 8.68
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Holly • solo_traveller • nz
9
Great stay
Pros:

Spacious room and great views

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Shannan • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

Location was great and the bathroom/spa bath was great

Cons:

The room was very dated and needed quite a few cosmetic repairs for the price paid for the night

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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TeAroha • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Lovely quiet room. Walking distance to cafes/restaurant. Nice breakfast at the in-house restaurant. Highly recommend.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Jennie • solo_traveller • nz
7
Noisy rooms
Pros:

Close to town

Cons:

Older style room - very close to road and very noisy

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Roxane • couple • au
9
Pros:

Very clean . Great friendly service

Cons:

It was all fine

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Daryl • couple • nz
9
Close to town and shops, comfortable bed.
Pros:

Close to town and shops, comfortable bed.

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • au
7
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Hamish List • couple • nz
5
Pros:

Great view. Although traffic very noisy

Cons:

Place is in need of love. Wall paper peeling, hand marks on the wall.
Quite difficult to open bi fold doors.
Bath room would flood when showering and tiles cracked

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • nz
8
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Elisabeth • couple • de
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Susan • extended_group • nz
8
Last minute booking that gave us all we needed in a clean, comfortable room in an excellent location
Pros:

Location. The room was clean and comfortable. The receptionist who checked us in was efficient and welcoming.

Cons:

The room was very close to the pavement and people were walking past all the time.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Shyanne Smith & • couple • nz
9
Great value for money with beautiful views if your room acquires such. Quiet and comfortable.
Pros:

Loved the separation between living room and bedroom. Modern facilities and amazing staff. Central location in the town.

Cons:

One of the stays, a bed foot was broken but not a hassle. A little unclean but to the eye everything was fine.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Shyanne Smith & • couple • nz
9
Comfortable, beautiful views and great value
Pros:

Second stay here on short notice, it was just as comfortable as the first. Passing through for our business I love how centralised this place is. Private but public. Comfortable and updated. Again the separation in living quarters is appreciated.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
10
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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mike • couple • nz
6
Pros:

the spa bath is very 1970s needs too go

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Hera • family_with_children • nz
8
I really loved our stay.
Pros:

I loved how close it was to town, the size of the spa was perfect, and the room size was nice and spacious. The host was lovely also.

Cons:

One thing about our room was when we had a shower the water just went all over the floor outside the shower, it went by the toilet and everywhere. I almost slipped over trying to clean the mess.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Dean • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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robert • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Lone Loegstrup • couple • dk
8
Pros:

The view to the sea and the SPA

Cons:

Difficult to get more coffee for the room - not so polite reception

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee