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The County Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury Art Deco hotel, walk to Marine Parade

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The County Hotel

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Front of property
Luxury Double Room
International cuisine
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Bathroom
Luxury Double Room

Overview of The County Hotel

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Explore the area

Map
12 Browning Street, Napier, 4001
  • Popular LocationMarine Parade2 min walk
  • Popular LocationOcean Spa3 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Aquarium of New Zealand19 min walk
  • AirportNapier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)13 min drive

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Napier

A luxury stay in Napier awaits you at The County Hotel. Within steps you'll find Art Deco Trust and MTG Hawke's Bay Museum. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Churchills Restaurant Bar, serves international cuisine and is open for dinner. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a short walk of this 5-property class Napier South hotel include Marine Parade and War Memorial Conference Center.

What's nearby

  • Marine Parade - 2 min walk
  • War Memorial Conference Center - 2 min walk
  • Ocean Spa - 3 min walk
  • Napier Prison - 8 min walk
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rogue Hop Speakeasy - 4 min walk
  • Vinci's Pizza - 1 min walk
  • Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe - 7 min walk
  • The Rose - 2 min walk
  • Sai Thai Eatery - 6 min walk

About this property

The County Hotel

Luxury Art Deco hotel, walk to Marine Parade
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, tour or ticket assistance, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The County Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The County Hotel was completed in February 2021.

This Art Deco Napier hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1908
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The County Hotel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Napier hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (NZD 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Churchills Restaurant Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • One-time housekeeping
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1908
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - February 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • CD player
  • IPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: NZD 15.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

County Hotel
County Hotel Napier
County Napier
Hotel County
The County Hotel Hotel
The County Hotel Napier
The County Hotel Hotel Napier

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The County Hotel?

Yep, The County Hotel has a secured uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for NZD 15.00 per day. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

How much does it cost to stay at The County Hotel?

As of 20 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The County Hotel on 7 May 2024 start from NZ$322.80, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The County Hotel?

Yep, The County Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Napier Beach. Fun beach activities include swimming.

Is there a spa on site at The County Hotel?

No, there is no spa at this property. Ocean Spa is a short 3-minute walk away.

What makes The County Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The County Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The County Hotel?

No, The County Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The County Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The County Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.The dining venue is closed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

What time are check-in & check-out at The County Hotel?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The County Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The County Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 688 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 688 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent preservation of historic bank turned into hotel. Kept the charming Victorian elements in this Art Deco city. Excellent restaurant (Curchill) with very good wine list.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Darrel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a centrally located hotel, with lovely elegant rooms that are warm and welcoming. Unfortunately, the hotel cafe was closed for renovations whilst I was trying. But there are plenty of alternatives within a block or two walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Euan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager and the cleaning staff were all super friendly and helpful. Excellent location smack bang in the main part of Napier. Parking just across the road. Tciked lots of boxes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

James J

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great older hotel - a bit tired in some regards, but a friendly, professional staff clearly makes it work.

10/10 Excellent

Delwyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the old world charm of this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022