Whalers Gate
New Plymouth
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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.

Govett-Brewster Art Gallery
Discover why New Plymouth is one of New Zealand’s cultural capitals. Inspire your own creativity at this award-winning contemporary art gallery.

Brooklands Zoo
Spend some time at this delightful family-focused zoo, enjoy a picnic lunch in a welcoming setting and learn about animals from around the world.
Whalers Gate Hotel Deals

The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
The rooms were specious, tidy and clean
Reviewed on 2025/11/11

Plymouth International
Room was spotless and all the amenities were provided
Reviewed on 2025/11/3

Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
One of the nicer hotels in New Plymouth. Clean, well maintained, attentive staff and service. Down by the waterfront and easily accessible to the restaurants and bars around the township. Will definitely book this again for our next trip
Reviewed on 2025/11/13

Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
Parking was really convenient. Didn't try the breakfasts.
Reviewed on 2025/10/28

Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park
Beautiful view of ocean and snowcapped mountains. One very strong recommendation would be to remove the big huge plant from right in front of our room. It blocked the view substantially.
Reviewed on 2025/10/24

Auto Lodge Motor Inn
Loved the fact it has a heated indoor pool and spa!
Reviewed on 2025/9/30
Other neighborhoods around Whalers Gate

Hurdon
When in Hurdon, you can plan a visit to Back Beach and Bowl of Brooklands, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Marfell
When in Marfell, you can plan a visit to Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and Back Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Blagdon
When in Blagdon, you can plan a visit to Back Beach and Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Yarrow Stadium and Stadium Taranaki.

Moturoa
While there might not be top attractions in Moturoa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paritutu Rock and Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve.

Lynmouth
While Lynmouth isn't home to many top sights, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and Wind Wand are some notable places to visit nearby.
