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The County Hotel

5.0 star property
Edwardian hotel in Napier with a restaurant

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Classic building with a symmetrical facade, featuring a central entrance and decorative columns.
Step into the elegant lobby, featuring a plush red carpet, a comfortable armchair, and a beautiful staircase.
Relax in comfort with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk area.
Stroll down the corridor to your room, featuring a window with a view of the sky.
Formal dining area with a beautifully set table, complete with candles, wine glasses, and fine cutlery.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July

Explore the area

Map
12 Browning Street, Napier, 4001
  • Marine Parade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • War Memorial Conference Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Double or Twin Room

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Renovated in 2022
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Renovated in 2022
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite | Living area

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds

Luxury Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Renovated in 2022
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Renovated in 2022
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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 Edwardian 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 Wi-Fi 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 - 0.2 km
  • War Memorial Conference Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Spa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Napier Prison - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Rogue Hop Speakeasy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Art Deco Masonic Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sai Thai Eatery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The County Hotel

Edwardian hotel in Napier with a restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance 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 2022.

This Edwardian Napier hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1908
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The County Hotel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths and a hydromassage showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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 complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English, German

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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)
  • 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

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1908
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - February 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

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: 6:00 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 - Saturday (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 55.0 per day.
  • 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 55.0 per day
  • 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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

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

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 15 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The County Hotel on 22 Jul 2025 start from NZ$179.93, 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 fishing and 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 Jetted bath and memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The County Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The County Hotel?

No, but there are Jetted bath in the guestrooms.

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 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday.

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, pets are not allowed.

The County Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 504 out of 696 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 696 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 696 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 696 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 696 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely hotel qith old fashion decor thatvwas well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I have stayed at the County 8 - 9 times since 2009. Lovely art deco style hotel. Outstanding meals (try the lamb rump). Staff are just great. Angela is just the most welcoming and friendly hotel owner you will ever meet. Hotel is in the heart of the Napier CBD and across the road from the Marine Parade. Great secure parking across the street. Unbeatable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful old hotel

Beautiful hotel in centre of Napier, stayed twice before always wonderful..especially having a balcony to just relax on and the library with complimentary port.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The fact it was an old heritage building with original decor. It was in a perfect location with plenty of options for walking around the city. The staff were outstanding. The food in the restaurant was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Happy couple

Great location freindly staff good old fashion service very convienant location we will be going back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is 113 years old and very well maintained. Excellent service and a joy to visit. My wife suggested it may be about time the bed mattress was renewed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is conveniently located. However, on this visit I was disappointed to find that the restaurant was not open for my entire stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dean, Welllington

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to the CBD. Very well appointed room and great decor throughout the hotel matching Napier's art deco theme. Loved the complimentary port in the library, would buy a bottle if it was for sale. Would definitely consider staying here again next time we're in Napier. Dean & Michelle
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lorayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very responsive to issues and our stay most enjoyable. One day I will stay in a hotel that makes it clear that my rubbish can easily be discarded in a recycling fashion - paper, plastic separate..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great art deco hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021