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Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers

3.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse in New Plymouth with free parking

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Property entrance
Lobby
Living area
Living area
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$72
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Cottage Room)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Cosy Single)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Cottage)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Double Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
48 Lemon Street, New Plymouth, 4310

What's nearby

  • Pukekura Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Centre City Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fitzroy Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Taranaki Base Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cobb - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪India Today Bistro & Tandoor - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪St Pierre's Sushi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers

Guest house located in New Plymouth CBD
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Free in-room WiFi and a fireplace in reception are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and barbecues
  • A TV in reception and a computer station
Room features
All guest rooms at Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens and heating

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25.00 per person (one-way)

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers?

As of 5 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers on 14 Jul 2025 start from NZ$72.00, 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 Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of NZD 25.00 per person applies.

Where is Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers located?

Located in New Plymouth CBD, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Pukekura Park, Te Henui Walkway and Huatoki Walkway. Centre City Shopping Centre and Saint Mary's Church are also within 15 minutes.

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Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 134 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Good location and easy walking distance to get around. Property is a bit tired but clean. Owner very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Clean room and good bed, good kitchen and lounge, close to Park and town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Brett was very helpful, got an upgrade, the room was great, and the bed was soooo comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This was a wonderful stay! Spacious, clean and very cute.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

Property was good, location close to everything. Only thing was some people were chatting past quiet hours outside my room in the couches instead of the common area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Everything was great just the showers took so long to get hot
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Absolutely stellar place, owner is super cool & helpful, kitchen & dining area great. located 2 minute walk from PaknSave, 6 minutes from bicycle rental. Great value!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

This was a wonderful place to stay with a really homely feel and beautiful common areas. Easy walking distance to the town, with two supermarkets just across the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

This is our accommodation of choice when we go to Ngāmotu (New Plymouth). The separate accommodation is excellent, and the location is fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10

My mistake it is a backpacker facility where I am used to stay in the high end hotels so no offence
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Great location, we stayed in a cottage really comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10

Well located place, well equipped kitchen. Would return if in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10

It’s all good. Nothing flash and place is dated but Staff were nice. For the price can’t complain
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

Older property with a few squeaky floorboards but was quiet overall. Big kitchen to use, was kept clean by users. Bathroom ok, brown toilet bowl was a concern. Good bed and clean bedroom. Well situated in town.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Nice room with closet. Easy parking on the street. Great host. Big kitchen and fridges.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Access to parking could have been better
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10

Walkable distance to Bowl of Brooklands was great. Close to supermarkets. Have stayed previously in a self contained unit, (which was good) but this time in the back packer side, Room was clean and airey, but the noise level was bad from other guests returning from concert and ,especially from 5 am with 2 or 3 groups leaving then, Ended up checking out at 6.30am too , Overall place was good but bathroom facilities for guests overdue for a upgrade, Would return again though.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Not used to sharing a bathroom but it worked out ok. Bret was friendly and helpful, bed was comfortable .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10

Great communication, pleasant and very accommodating staff at check-in. Room was large and clean. Only thing I would want added would be a fan as it gets really warm in the summer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10

Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10

Brett was great, supportive, and has a caring personality...carried my bags from the car as i was on crutches. My bed was very comfortable with a nice view out on the courtyard. The kitchen has everything and there is a large lounge, sun/day room and dinning room...spacious, tidy and clean. Great value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10

Bbbb
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10

Large well equipped kitchen room had a torn curtain The paint work needed a touch up Staff Brett welcoming Took us on a tour explained the design of the rooms Allowed me to park my car close to the building.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023