Title: Westown Travel Guide: Best of Westown, New Plymouth Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Westown](https://expedia.co.uk/Westown-New-Plymouth-Hotels.0-n693057666631368704-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to New Plymouth](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-New-Plymouth.d2594.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Westown Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Westown.d693057666631368704.Car-Hire-Guide)[Westown Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Westown.d693057666631368704.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Westown Travel Guide ## New Plymouth ## Visit Westown Things to do Hotels Where to stay [New Plymouth travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth.dx2594) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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 4/5(2 reviews) 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) ![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 5/5(6 reviews) 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) ![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 5/5(1 review) 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 5/5(4 reviews) 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) ![Govett-Brewster Art Gallery which includes heritage architecture, night scenes and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111850/3c8e75bc-42bb-4878-bc22-45f7277673c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Govett-Brewster Art Gallery 4/5(3 reviews) Discover why New Plymouth is one of New Zealand’s cultural capitals. Inspire your own creativity at this award-winning contemporary art gallery. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Govett-Brewster-Art-Gallery-New-Plymouth-CBD.d6111850.Attraction) ![Brooklands Zoo showing cuddly or friendly animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111860/7708bb6d-caef-4eb9-86f0-605ed534bf60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brooklands Zoo Spend some time at this delightful family-focused zoo, enjoy a picnic lunch in a welcoming setting and learn about animals from around the world. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brooklands-Zoo-Brooklands.d6111860.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in Westown ![Egmont Eco Leisure Park - Hostel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038600/16038516/0888ce3b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Egmont Eco Leisure Park - Hostel 12 Clawton Street New Plymouth Taranaki Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £43 6 Mar - 7 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hostel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium ... 7/10 Good! (52 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026&selected=16038516&PinnedHotelID=16038516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057666631368704) ![Outdoor Bath & Pizza Station ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96060000/96053700/96053672/893a81b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Outdoor Bath & Pizza Station New Plymouth Westown £88 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in New Plymouth. Enjoy a garden and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) 2 nights in New Plymouth First time staying in New Plymouth as a couple and were apprehensive about staying in a place that wasn’t a motel. Couldn’t have been more impressed. Excellent communication, friendliness and key handover. Comfortable bed, outdoor bath and even a hammock! Felt like our own private nest with everything ... Reviewed on 12 Jan 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=96053672&PinnedHotelID=96053672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057666631368704) ![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 £53 21 Feb - 22 Feb 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! (1,005 reviews) Lovely staff, clean room Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=519215&PinnedHotelID=519215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057666631368704) ![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 £44 1 Mar - 2 Mar 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! (1,009 reviews) From the moment we arrived to the moment we left the service and staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was perfect and we enjoyed a swim in the heated pool. This will be our place to stay on future trips. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=519214&PinnedHotelID=519214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057666631368704) ![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 £54 22 Feb - 23 Feb 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! (969 reviews) Great staff clean room central location Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=904533&PinnedHotelID=904533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057666631368704) ![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 £95 8 Mar - 9 Mar 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! (1,001 reviews) Fantastic location in the foreshore, large spacious room with a king size bed, chairs and table. Very comfortable bed, lovely walk in shower hit did have a little balcony with great views over the sea and looking at mt Taranaki. Location next to the shopping mall and centre. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=1040653&PinnedHotelID=1040653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057666631368704) [See all 283 properties in Westown](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=693057666631368704) 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-Marfell.dx693057619321622528) ![Wooded valley on the north Devon coast, Lynton, Exmoor, Devon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693057615256027136/b8bac231-29f9-45df-ad8b-deab41c57be5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Kawaroa Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Lynmouth.dx693057615256027136) ![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) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Frankleigh-Park.dx693057596761243648) ![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) ### 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 TSB Stadium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Lower-Vogeltown.dx693057610794627072) ![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) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Blagdon.dx693057582996852736) ![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) ### Vogeltown Vogeltown might not have many top sights, but Bowl of Brooklands and TSB Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Vogeltown.dx693057623698472960) --- --- - [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) # Westown 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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