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The County Hotel

5.0 star property
Edwardian hotel in Napier with a restaurant

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Front of property
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds
Interior
Separate bathtub and shower, jetted bath, hydromassage showerhead
International cuisine

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Renovated in 2022
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Renovated in 2022
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite | Living area

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds

Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Renovated in 2022
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Renovated in 2022
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
12 Browning Street, Napier, 4001

What's nearby

  • Marine Parade - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • War Memorial Conference Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Spa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Napier Prison - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rogue Hop Speakeasy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Art Deco Masonic Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sai Thai Eatery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The County Hotel

Luxury hotel remodelled in 2022 and located near Marine Parade
Located close to Art Deco Trust and MTG Hawke's Bay Museum, The County Hotel provides a library, laundry facilities and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and luggage storage
  • Wedding services, meeting rooms and multilingual staff
  • Bike tour information, tour/ticket information and books
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and memory foam beds
  • Jetted bath, hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and limited housekeeping

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (NZD 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Churchills Restaurant Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1908
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - February 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 55.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: NZD 15.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 55.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

County Hotel
County Hotel Napier
County Napier
Hotel County
The County Hotel Hotel
The County Hotel Napier
The County Hotel Hotel Napier

Frequently asked questions

Is The County Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The County Hotel?

As of 8 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The County Hotel on 9 July 2025 start from AU$146.69, 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.

How much is parking at The County Hotel?

Self-parking is available for NZD 15.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The County Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The County Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The County Hotel located?

Located in Napier South, this luxury hotel is steps away from Marine Parade, Art Deco Trust and MTG Hawke's Bay Museum. War Memorial Conference Center and Ocean Spa are also within 5 minutes.

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The County Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 502 out of 694 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 694 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 694 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 694 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 694 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely hotel qith old fashion decor thatvwas well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the old world charm of this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful old hotel

Beautiful hotel in centre of Napier, stayed twice before always wonderful..especially having a balcony to just relax on and the library with complimentary port.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great older hotel - a bit tired in some regards, but a friendly, professional staff clearly makes it work.

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent preservation of historic bank turned into hotel. Kept the charming Victorian elements in this Art Deco city. Excellent restaurant (Curchill) with very good wine list.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I have stayed at the County 8 - 9 times since 2009. Lovely art deco style hotel. Outstanding meals (try the lamb rump). Staff are just great. Angela is just the most welcoming and friendly hotel owner you will ever meet. Hotel is in the heart of the Napier CBD and across the road from the Marine Parade. Great secure parking across the street. Unbeatable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Euan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager and the cleaning staff were all super friendly and helpful. Excellent location smack bang in the main part of Napier. Parking just across the road. Tciked lots of boxes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a centrally located hotel, with lovely elegant rooms that are warm and welcoming. Unfortunately, the hotel cafe was closed for renovations whilst I was trying. But there are plenty of alternatives within a block or two walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Luis

No recepción
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
One of our top 5 favourite New Zealand properties. Feels like home when we return to stay. The management and staff are always friendly and efficient - the most important part of any hotel are those people. A little disappointing that they don’t serve breakfast any more - but we understand the reasons and there are lots of eateries 2-3 minutes walk away. One of the highlights was eating in that lovely breakfast room. My only real criticism is the lack of access to sport on the in room tv. We stayed on a big sports weekend so had to find a bar where we could watch it. Plan B had been to watch it on our iPad - but the internet speed was very slow and just wouldn’t handle it. A 4G hot spot on our phone was way faster. Maybe fibre hasn’t come to the Hawkes Bay yet? However, eating out and watching 2 big games with the locals was fun. But the hotel sadly missed out on our dining dollars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Darrel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The fact it was an old heritage building with original decor. It was in a perfect location with plenty of options for walking around the city. The staff were outstanding. The food in the restaurant was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Happy couple

Great location freindly staff good old fashion service very convienant location we will be going back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is 113 years old and very well maintained. Excellent service and a joy to visit. My wife suggested it may be about time the bed mattress was renewed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is conveniently located. However, on this visit I was disappointed to find that the restaurant was not open for my entire stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dean, Welllington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to the CBD. Very well appointed room and great decor throughout the hotel matching Napier's art deco theme. Loved the complimentary port in the library, would buy a bottle if it was for sale. Would definitely consider staying here again next time we're in Napier. Dean & Michelle
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lorayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very responsive to issues and our stay most enjoyable. One day I will stay in a hotel that makes it clear that my rubbish can easily be discarded in a recycling fashion - paper, plastic separate..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021