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The County Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury Art Deco hotel, walk to Marine Parade
your current months are April, 2024 and May, 2024.
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May 2024

The County Hotel

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Luxury Double Room
International cuisine
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Bathroom
Luxury Double Room

Overview of The County Hotel

9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • Business services

Explore the area

12 Browning Street, Napier, 4001
  • Popular LocationMarine Parade2 min walk
  • Popular LocationOcean Spa3 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Aquarium of New Zealand19 min walk
  • AirportNapier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)13 min drive
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Room options

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Double Room

  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Napier

The County Hotel is located in Napier South, a neighbourhood in Napier, and is in a shopping district and near the beach. War Memorial Conference Center and Art Deco Trust are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ocean Spa and Cape Kidnappers Golf Course. Don't miss out on a visit to National Aquarium of New Zealand. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, hunting and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Marine Parade - 2 min walk
  • War Memorial Conference Center - 2 min walk
  • Ocean Spa - 3 min walk
  • Napier Prison - 8 min walk
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 19 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Rogue Hop Speakeasy - 4 min walk
  • Vinci's Pizza - 1 min walk
  • Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe - 7 min walk
  • The Rose - 2 min walk
  • Sai Thai Eatery - 6 min walk

About this property

The County Hotel

Luxury hotel revitalised in 2021 and located near Marine Parade
Located close to Art Deco Trust and MTG Hawke's Bay Museum, The County Hotel provides a library, dry cleaning/laundry services 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 wedding services
  • Smoke-free property, a reception hall and tour/ticket information
  • Meeting rooms, books and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and dressing gowns.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, CD players and electric kettles

Languages

English, German

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • 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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • One-time housekeeping
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1908
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - February 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • CD player
  • IPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 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 - Friday (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per night.
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 45.0 per night
  • 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

We should mention

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

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Frequently asked questions

Is The County Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 19 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The County Hotel on 15 Apr 2024 start from NZ$283.51, 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: 5:00 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.

The County Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 688 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

John

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Euan

Travelled with family and small children
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

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Albert

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

10/10 Excellent

James J

Travelled with partner
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

Delwyn

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