Westown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Bowl of Brooklands featuring a park and a pond

Bowl of Brooklands

Enjoy the great outdoors with a picnic lunch and a bushwalk or watch a live concert at this one-of-a-kind venue set in a beautiful grass amphitheater.

Bowl of Brooklands
Fitzroy Beach featuring a bay or harbour and a sunset

Fitzroy Beach

This beautiful beach is surrounded by recreational facilities, including an 18-hole golf course, a children’s swimming pool and a grassy reserve.

Fitzroy Beach
Pukekura Park which includes a cascade and forests

Pukekura Park

Relax in the sun and see a diverse range of native and exotic plant life at one of the country’s premier botanical gardens.

Pukekura Park
Paritutu Rock featuring a sunset, a bay or harbour and a sandy beach

Paritutu Rock

Climb up the short, steep path to this vantage point for stunning views of the rugged Taranaki coastline, Sugar Loaf Islands and Tasman Sea.

Paritutu Rock
Wind Wand featuring general coastal views, a bay or harbour and rocky coastline

Wind Wand

Be impressed by this kinetic sculpture as it drifts back and forth in the Taranaki wind on New Plymouth’s lovely coastal walkway.

Wind Wand
New Plymouth featuring a sunset and a bridge

Te Rewa Rewa Bridge

After visiting Te Rewa Rewa Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Plymouth. Discover the spas in this walkable area or seek out its cycling trails.

Te Rewa Rewa Bridge

Our pick of the best Westown Hotel Deals

Egmont Eco Leisure Park - Hostel

Egmont Eco Leisure Park - Hostel

2 out of 5
12 Clawton Street, New Plymouth, Taranaki
The price is AU$85 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$85
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium ...
7.2/10 Good! (49 reviews)
"Exactly as advertised, don't expect anything other than what is presented. I must say, the staff are incredible! Helpful, informative, and friendly."

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025

Egmont Eco Leisure Park - Hostel
The Ocean Villa - Private Sauna

The Ocean Villa - Private Sauna

New Plymouth
The price is AU$293 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$293
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in New Plymouth. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Cool little place
"We had an awesome time at this Bach and loved how you have upcycle different items"

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

The Ocean Villa - Private Sauna
Sunrays Stay - Stylish Retreat

Sunrays Stay - Stylish Retreat

New Plymouth
The price is AU$250 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$250
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in New Plymouth. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Stadium Taranaki and ...
6/10 (1 review)
Fine for a short stay
"Good location but the lack of sound proofing from neighbouring property was a detractor. Fine for a short stay."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Sunrays Stay - Stylish Retreat
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel

The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel

4 out of 5
390 Devon Street East, New Plymouth
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$90 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$90
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"staff are always friendly and polite and nothing is too much trouble. The food is excellent and the buffet is excellent value for money as well as being presented superbly."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
Plymouth International

Plymouth International

4 out of 5
220 Courtenay Street, New Plymouth, Taranaki
The price is AU$122 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
AU$122
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Plymouth International
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel

Distinction New Plymouth Hotel

3.5 out of 5
42 Powderham Street, New Plymouth
The price is AU$100 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$100
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions TSB Showplace and Richmond ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (926 reviews)
"Great staff - we’re very helpful with gaining ideas for things to do in the area. Parking was good, but tight with a larger vehicle. Only criticism is when the room was serviced, the bed was made and towels replaced, but the cups/mugs weren’t replaced, so had to clean these myself in the bathroom ..."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Westown

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Marfell

While Marfell isn't home to many top sights, Paritutu Rock and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.

Marfell
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Lynmouth

While Lynmouth may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stadium Taranaki and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery.

Lynmouth
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Frankleigh Park

While there might not be top attractions in Frankleigh Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stadium Taranaki and Bowl of Brooklands.

Frankleigh Park
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Lower Vogeltown

While there might not be top attractions in Lower Vogeltown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pukekura Park and Bowl of Brooklands.

Lower Vogeltown
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Blagdon

Though Blagdon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paritutu Rock and Back Beach.

Blagdon
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Vogeltown

Vogeltown might not have many top sights, but Bowl of Brooklands and Pukekura Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Vogeltown

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