Whalers Gate
New Plymouth
Visit Whalers Gate
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Whalers Gate Hotel Deals
Plymouth International
Courteous and accommodating staff, clean room.
Reviewed on 2025/12/30
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
Room was great and comfortable
Reviewed on 2025/12/31
Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
Room and staff
Reviewed on 2026/1/4
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
The service was superb and I expect ally felt loved and welcomed by the reception staff and what I assumed as the manager? He was very accommodating and my stay was wonderful. My partner especially agrees.
Reviewed on 2025/12/31
Quest New Plymouth
Great Stay. Clean room, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 2025/12/24
Auto Lodge Motor Inn
Clean comfy rooms and super comfy beds. Staff were great and were super helpful. Would recommend to all and will definitely be returning
Reviewed on 2026/1/5
Other neighborhoods around Whalers Gate
Hurdon
When in Hurdon, you can plan a visit to Stadium Taranaki and Brooklands Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Marfell
When in Marfell, you can plan a visit to Paritutu Rock and Back Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Spotswood
If you're spending some time in Spotswood, Back Beach and Paritutu Rock are top sights worth seeing.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium.
Frankleigh Park
When in Frankleigh Park, you can plan a visit to Stadium Taranaki and Brooklands Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Moturoa
While there might not be top attractions in Moturoa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paritutu Rock and Back Beach.
