Title: Waiwhakaiho Travel Guide: Best of Waiwhakaiho, New Plymouth Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Waiwhakaiho](https://expedia.co.uk/Waiwhakaiho-Hotels.d693057676437581824.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to New Plymouth](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-New-Plymouth.d2594.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Waiwhakaiho Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Waiwhakaiho.d693057676437581824.Car-Hire-Guide)[Waiwhakaiho Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Waiwhakaiho.d693057676437581824.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Waiwhakaiho Travel Guide ## New Plymouth ![New Plymouth featuring a bridge as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179328-Taranaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![New Plymouth showing a bridge and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179327-Taranaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![New Plymouth featuring a sunset, a bridge and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179377-Taranaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![North Island which includes a bridge and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179044-North-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Taranaki which includes a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179354-Taranaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Waiwhakaiho Things to do Hotels Where to stay [New Plymouth travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth.dx2594) --- ### Popular places to visit ![New Plymouth which includes a sunset and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180528-Te-Rewa-Rewa-Bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Te-Rewa-Rewa-Bridge-Waiwhakaiho.d553248634918881811.Attraction) ![Pukekura Park which includes forest scenes and a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111858/ae77958f-a6f0-41ff-9985-813dc7af05d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pukekura-Park-Welbourn.d6111858.Attraction) ![Bowl of Brooklands featuring a park and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6196330/671184e1-f0a3-4726-b93c-d625bfea369e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bowl-Of-Brooklands-Brooklands.d6196330.Attraction) ![Fitzroy Beach showing a bay or harbour and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6321350/3b9136ae-22d3-4c6a-a595-8f6fd21b5c46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fitzroy-Beach-Fitzroy.d6321350.Attraction) ![Wind Wand featuring general coastal views, rugged coastline and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111848/c0d92c27-4e77-4c9c-9719-5bd6975008ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wind-Wand-New-Plymouth-CBD.d6111848.Attraction) ![Paritutu Rock featuring a sunset, a bay or harbour and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111862/041f5a1c-364d-47da-b2ad-5c4191566967.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paritutu-Rock-Spotswood.d6111862.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in Waiwhakaiho ![Plymouth International](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519215/628bf956_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Plymouth International 220 Courtenay Street New Plymouth Taranaki £60 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews) clean rooms and courteous staff Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=519215&PinnedHotelID=519215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057676437581824) ![The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519214/f6e1925b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel 390 Devon Street East New Plymouth £45 26 Jan - 27 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews) We received a room upgrade , very pleased with this room . Reception staff were very helpful Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F01%2F2026&endDate=27%2F01%2F2026&selected=519214&PinnedHotelID=519214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057676437581824) ![Distinction New Plymouth Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/904600/904533/330781d2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Distinction New Plymouth Hotel 42 Powderham Street New Plymouth £59 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions TSB Showplace and Richmond ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (953 reviews) The spa tub surprised me. Better mention on the website. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=904533&PinnedHotelID=904533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057676437581824) ![Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1040700/1040653/fa4c4de7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront 1 Egmont Street New Plymouth Taranaki £81 30 Jan - 31 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (995 reviews) Great facilities and service. Would stay again. Highly recommended. Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=31%2F01%2F2026&selected=1040653&PinnedHotelID=1040653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057676437581824) ![Quest New Plymouth](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7330000/7322000/7321911/b463b941_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest New Plymouth 21 Currie Street New Plymouth £77 16 Jan - 17 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury aparthotel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Centre City Shopping Centre ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (680 reviews) Great location, clean room and spacious. Great for families. Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026&selected=7321911&PinnedHotelID=7321911&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057676437581824) ![Flamingo Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114260000/114258400/114258344/377302f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Flamingo Motel 355 Devon St West New Plymouth Taranaki £64 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kawaroa Park and Yarrow Stadium are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (44 reviews) Clean room, only saw staff on arrival but were very nice and helpful. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=114258344&PinnedHotelID=114258344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057676437581824) [See all 276 properties in Waiwhakaiho](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026®ionId=693057676437581824) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Fitzroy.dx553248635975848937) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Glen Avon While Glen Avon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fitzroy Beach and Bowl of Brooklands. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Glen-Avon.dx693057601327292416) ![Taranaki featuring a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179342-Taranaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Strandon While visiting Strandon, you might make a stop by sights like Fitzroy Beach and East End Reserve. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Strandon.dx693057640878247936) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Merrilands While Merrilands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bowl of Brooklands and Brooklands Zoo. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Merrilands.dx693057606313910272) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bell Block Some popular features of Bell Block include its cafes and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, New Plymouth Golf Club or Fitzroy Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Bell-Block.dx553248635926197904) ![Pukekura Park which includes a lake or waterhole and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180112-Pukekura-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Welbourn If you're spending some time in Welbourn, TSB Stadium and Pukekura Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Welbourn.dx693057661254176768) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Waiwhakaiho Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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