Title: Whalers Gate Travel Guide: Best of Whalers Gate, New Plymouth Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Whalers Gate](https://expedia.co.uk/Whalers-Gate-Hotels.d693057578688536576.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to New Plymouth](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-New-Plymouth.d2594.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Whalers Gate Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Whalers-Gate.d693057578688536576.Car-Hire-Guide)[Whalers Gate Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Whalers-Gate.d693057578688536576.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Whalers Gate Travel Guide ## New Plymouth ## Visit Whalers Gate 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](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](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) ![Pukekura Park](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) ![Puke Ariki](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111852/23836705-1936-4a76-9d45-a475d03d640a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Puke Ariki Learn about local history in interactive exhibits, eat award-winning food and find useful visitor information at New Plymouth’s ground-breaking cultural center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puke-Ariki-New-Plymouth-CBD.d6111852.Attraction) ![Wind Wand](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) ![Govett-Brewster Art Gallery](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 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) --- ## Top hotels in Whalers Gate ![Plymouth International](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519215/6d70d875_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Plymouth International 220 Courtenay Street New Plymouth Taranaki £62 13 Apr - 14 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this 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 their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Was a good hotel to stay at, great staff good restaurant. Pool and spa were great Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=519215&PinnedHotelID=519215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057578688536576) ![The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519214/54c3a28b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel 390 Devon Street East New Plymouth Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £49 1 Apr - 2 Apr 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews) Very happy with all services. Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=519214&PinnedHotelID=519214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057578688536576) ![Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1040700/1040653/6381a377_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront 1 Egmont Street New Plymouth Taranaki £91 17 Apr - 18 Apr 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) The only point I would make is the cost of food in the restaurant is not value for money. A bit too expensive. Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F04%2F2026&endDate=18%2F04%2F2026&selected=1040653&PinnedHotelID=1040653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057578688536576) ![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 £61 10 Apr - 11 Apr 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (986 reviews) The parking was fine, The reception gentleman was awesome and checking in was a breeze. He gave great advice for a meal. However, I thought the room was very dreary and the bed was soft. It had everything in it but it just didn't feel like a hotel. And the big clinch was having to wipe number twos ... Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=904533&PinnedHotelID=904533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057578688536576) ![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 20 Apr - 21 Apr 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (64 reviews) This was a spacious, clean well maintained and appointed older style unit. The facilities were great. The indoor heated pool was a fabulous added extra. It was clean warm and a wonderful spot to relax in after an arduous walk. Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=114258344&PinnedHotelID=114258344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057578688536576) ![Auto Lodge Motor Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593300/2593205/a1ac6fdb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Auto Lodge Motor Inn 393 Devon Street East New Plymouth £60 25 Apr - 26 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in New Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (806 reviews) Very tasty meals and very comfortable beds. Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F04%2F2026&endDate=26%2F04%2F2026&selected=2593205&PinnedHotelID=2593205&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693057578688536576) [See all 257 properties in Whalers Gate](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026®ionId=693057578688536576) 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-Spotswood.dx693057636605173760) ![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 Back Beach and Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve. [](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) ### Westown While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Yarrow Stadium and Stadium Taranaki. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Westown.dx693057666631368704) ![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 Bowl of Brooklands and Pukekura Park. [](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) ### Moturoa Moturoa might not have many top sights, but Paritutu Rock and Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Moturoa.dx693057656762998784) ![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 Kawaroa Park and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery. 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