Westown
New Plymouth
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 biking trails.
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.
Westown Hotel Deals
Egmont Eco Leisure Park - Hostel
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 Feb 10, 2025
Plymouth International
Good experience and comfortable place to stay for the day and night.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
Lovely welcome staff great
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
The room was spotless, the bed was super comfy, water pressure in the shower was amazing. Room service was excellent, the lady who brought the food to our room was a star, I wish I remembered her name. The buffet breakfast in the morning was a good selection.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
Room was large, spacious, clean and tidy, the staff were super helpful when I called in lost after the main highway south was closed, I wouldn’t have gotten there without them
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Quest New Plymouth
Staff were welcoming and helpful. Room was clean, spacious and had everything we needed for our 3 night stay. Also very centrally situated. A great stay thank you.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Westown
Marfell
When in Marfell, you can plan a visit to Yarrow Stadium and Paritutu Rock, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lynmouth
While Lynmouth isn't home to many top sights, Yarrow Stadium and Stadium Taranaki are some notable places to visit nearby.
Frankleigh Park
When in Frankleigh Park, you can plan a visit to Stadium Taranaki and Bowl of Brooklands, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lower Vogeltown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Vogeltown and surrounding area, you can visit Pukekura Park and TSB Stadium.
Blagdon
When in Blagdon, you can plan a visit to Paritutu Rock and Back Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vogeltown
While Vogeltown might 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 TSB Stadium.
