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Whare Hita - designer coastal city comfort

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Lounge
Kitchen
Dining table
Lounge
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
New Plymouth, New Plymouth
  • Fitzroy Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Pukekura Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Bowl of Brooklands
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Queen

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Whare Hita - designer coastal city comfort

Winter Rate - new app tax rules have unfortunately increased the cost of staying at short-stay rentals by 15% from 1 April 2024. We have decided to absorb that hike for guests over Winter and have lowered our nightly rates for the months of May to August.

Architecturally designed one bedroom ground level apartment with large windows and oak flooring making it a very comfortable space for a weekend away or holiday. Located along New Plymouth's famous walk/cycleway that provides 10 km of coastal walking or cycling. Close to safe swimming beach, and popular place for surfing, kite surfing. Two minutes from the start of the beautiful Te Henui walkway, 10-minutes walk to the heart of the city.


Property manager

Rachel H
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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

New Plymouth

Located in New Plymouth CBD, a neighbourhood in New Plymouth, this apartment is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Wind Wand and Richmond Cottage are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fitzroy Golf Club and New Plymouth Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at TSB Stadium or Bowl of Brooklands. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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New Plymouth, New Plymouth

What's nearby

  • Fitzroy Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Centre City Shopping Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pukekura Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Taranaki Base Hospital - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cobb - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Paris Plage - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪St Pierre's Sushi - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Whare Hita - designer coastal city comfort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Whare Hita - designer coastal city comfort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whare Hita - designer coastal city comfort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whare Hita - designer coastal city comfort located?

Located in New Plymouth CBD, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of East End Reserve and Fitzroy Beach. Coastal Walkway and Centre City Shopping Centre are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 199 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

t a., Vancouver, B.C., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for two people but quite compact
We loved the apartment and the location. All the modern amenities, close to the city and other attractions and quiet and peaceful at night. Could use more storage for clothes (we did not unpack our suitcases) and real bed side tables with lamps. Everything else was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whare Hita
We had a fab stay at Whare Hita. The space was really well appointed and pleasantly decked out. The shower was phenomenal and the home baked cookies an added bonus and a welcoming treat. Wou
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terangi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whare Hita - Whare Rangimarie
Thank you for providing such a comfortable and welcoming place to stay during Te Matatini. It was the perfect space to relax and recharge after a special event. We really appreciated coming back to a quiet whare, with the occasional visit from your cat. Hopefully, we’ll have the chance to stay again in the future. Ngā mihi nui
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great accommodation
We had a lovely stay at Whare Hita. It's close to Fitzroy beach and not far from the central city too. Comfortable and modern with everything you need (except a microwave), including a covered outdoor area with barbecue. Good communication with the host (Rachel), very friendly and responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

johann f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Klein aber fein
Sympathische Kleinwohnung, in der wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt haben.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
private luxurious stylish
Most stylish place we have ever stayed, with top quality appliances, and facilities. Loved the fantastic wall heater which turned on automatically when temperatures dropped and gave a natural warm ambience. Loved the private tropical courtyard, and how we felt completely separate from owners next door. enjoyed the outdoor shower, and cooking in the well equipped kitchen. The hosts were very generous with what they provided in kitchen, and also left us plenty of towels including swimming towels. It was in a fantastic location close to city and board walk, but in a very quite street with easy parking in outside. They also had a sophisticated door lock that didn't need a key, which was convenient and easy to use. I am a fuzzy person, with high standards, but I couldn't fault this place, or the hosts who were helpful and prompt communicators.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab place
I really loved staying here, warm, comfortable and just like on the pictures. Loved the roofline and the garden and courtyard were beautiful. Perfect placement to walk into town or along the coastal pathway. Easy to come and go.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful break
Excellent property with thoughtful luxury additions. Perfect location to enjoy coast and town. Communications made everything easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection get-away
Great location just a short stroll to the beach and coastal walkway (perfect for a run), and an easy walk into town. Convenient check-in process with coded lock. Place was immaculately clean, bed and furnishings were comfortable, bedding was lovely, the gardens delightful, and all the facilities were there. The only tiny drawback is that there is no facility for streaming media to the TV or DVD player, so bring your own device with HDMI output or watch TV/DVDs the old-school way. Highly recommended: coffee, scones and friendly chat at the Sunny caravan around the corner in the Freedom store carpark.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stylish quiet and super comfortable
A smart, clean and very comfortable place to stay. Everything was very new and spotless. Close to town and very easy access to coastal walkway, yet very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Apartment - Close to Sea
A beautifully clean and warm apartment, with every comfort needed for our brief stay. We chose the location for it's proximity to the coastal walkway, but found it is also very close to the city center, which we loved. Excellent hosts, accommodating and first class.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jude R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little Oasis
WOW this is the best air b n b A little Oasis the perfect place to stay and come home to after a day at Womad Beautifully appointed private apartment lovely furnishings decor An easy 15 mins walk to town and 5 mins from the coastal walkway Thank you Rachel
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant
Lovely accomodation. Had everything we needed. Close to city. Would love to come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sam m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Wonderful place ! Clean stylish, brilliant kitchen facilities and awesome location. Easy walk to the costal walkway, beaches, and to town. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Whare Hita
We really enjoyed our stay here, the indoor/outdoor space is great! Tidy, clean, warm and sunny. Whare Hita had everything we needed, thanks for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C., Wellington, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little oasis
The attached apartment is a brilliant little oasis of peace and quiet. Handily situated in walking distance of New Plymouth township, restaurants,and museum, this simply designed suite provides everything needed for a holiday break. Love it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stylish apartment
We loved our stay at Whare Hita, it's stylish, super comfortable and wonderfully located close to city and coast with a lovely subtropicalish garden. Might be useful for others to know there's no door between the bedroom and lounge, it's essentially one big room.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful Retreat
Lovely central and bush filled pad Amazing to have both ! Nice to be near the coast Lovely indoor outdoor flow .. clean fresh modern 👍👍 Very responsive host
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome accommodation
Fabulous place. Very peaceful, clean and with a comfortable bed. In a great location for walking to town, Pukekura Park and on the Coastal Walkway. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem near the heart of New Plymouth and the waterfront.
Lovely, comfortable, clean modern apartment, with very well stocked kitchen and cozy, lush little outdoor patio and garden. Thanks for great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Landa v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing holiday spot
We loved our stay Whare Hita. The bach is beautifully designed, very comfortable and offers everything you can wish for. The deck is a real treat, offering a great green and sunny outdoor space even for our very early spring trip. The location cannot be better: quiet, so close to the ocean and beach and everything in the city within walking distance. The communication with Rachel was super easy all the way through. In other words: HIGHLY recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ralph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
3 nights in the provinces
Very nice and relaxing, thx. Liked the architecture. Location excellent for walks into town (why does everyone drive all the time in New Plymouth?). 5 stars
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Denis L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Whare Hita
very clean and comforttable pleasantly designed space, the best thing was it's handiness to the walkway and city. cleverly landscaped.a most enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricky and Cindy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing in all aspects
Great communication started it all and we loved our stay. Beautiful whare, great location and a pleasure to stay in. Unfortunately the weather wasnt great so we will have to come backbto check out New Plymouth again and if we do we will definitely try to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Out of Five Stars, I'd Give it a Six
I spent seven weeks in New Plymouth, staying at the lovely Whare Hita--a beautiful and serene accommodation, which facilitates indoor/outdoor living with its wall of glass separating the inside from a large deck and very private garden (which has matured since the site photos were taken). A sanctuary located a short walk from the heart of New Plymouth, and only two blocks from Eastend Beach and the Coastal Walkway. Beautifully designed, and appointed with an extremely comfortable queen-sized bed, an exceptional shower and bathroom, its own washer/dryer, and a fast-heating convection oven and induction stovetop. The hosts are lovely and very responsive. I’ve already booked for my return trip! Out of five stars, I’d give it a six.
Stayed 39 nights in Mar 2023

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