Luxury hotels in Napier

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Napier. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Swiss-Belboutique Napier Napier, New Zealand

  

  Hotel. Set in Napier, 500 metres from Napier Beach, Swiss-Belboutique Napier offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1. 2 km from McLean Park. All guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Swiss-Belboutique Napier all rooms have bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a à la carte or continental breakfast. Pania of the Reef Statue is 1 km from Swiss-Belboutique Napier, while Bluff Hill Lookout is 3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hawke's Bay Airport, 7 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 216 NZD.

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• 2 Kalldeen Luxury Accommodation Napier, New Zealand

  

  Resort. Situated in Napier, 11 km from McLean Park, Kalldeen Luxury Accommodation features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 5-star resort offers a range of water sports facilities, free shuttle service and free WiFi. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with a mountain view. Some rooms are fitted with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and a microwave. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the resort. You can play tennis at this 5-star resort. Splash Planet is 10 km from Kalldeen Luxury Accommodation, while Pania of the Reef Statue is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hawke's Bay Airport, 13 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.5

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• 3 The County Hotel Napier, New Zealand

  

  Hotel. Located in the centre of picturesque Napier, this luxurious 5-star hotel is located in the center of the Art Deco Precinct. Originally built for the Hawke’s Bay County Council in 1909, The County Hotel is one of only two significant buildings to have survived the massive 1931 earthquake. The hotel presents a charming Edwardian Art Deco grandeur, preserving its elegant heritage. Rooms at the County Hotel are elegantly designed and offer antique furnishings. They each include a TV with satellite channels, a DVD/CD player, a work desk and tea/coffee making facilities. Dine in the multi award winning Wine Street Restaurant or enjoy a drink in the quaint Churchill's Champagne & Snug Bar with a superb selection of wine, single malt whiskey, cocktails and of course champagne. The County Hotel is near many local attractions, including the Marineland and the famous Hawke’s Bay Vineyards. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 283 NZD.

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• 4 The Nautilus Napier, New Zealand

  

  Hotel. Overlooking Hawke’s Bay, Nautilus offers stylish rooms with a spa bath and a private balcony or patio. This Art Deco inspired hotel has an on-site restaurant that is open for breakfast and dinner. Guests receive free Wi-Fi during their stay. Nautilus Napier is 5 minutes’ walk from Centennial Gardens and the National Aquarium of New Zealand. Napier Airport is a 15-minute drive away. A kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities is standard in all rooms. Each air-conditioned room features a seating area with flat-screen satellite TV. The tour desk can book winery tours and trips to Gannet Beach and Napier Prison. The hotel also offers dry cleaning and luggage storage facilities. Featuring stunning bay views, Burtons Restaurant serves modern New Zealand cuisine with European and Pacific Rim influences. The bar features a wide range of local Hawke's Bay wines. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 224 NZD.

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• 5 Pebble Beach Motor Inn Napier, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Boasting luxury accommodation with a balcony or a patio offering sea views, this beachfront property is located on Napier’s iconic Marine Parade, just a 9-minute walk from McLean Park. Free WiFi and free on-site parking are provided. Pebble Beach Motor Inn boasts self-contained suites and studios across 3 floors. All accommodation offers a fresh water spa bath and rain showers. Each suite and studio has a living area offering a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a DVD player and a laptop safe. Guests can prepare a meal in their private fully equipped kitchen. Located opposite the National Aquarium of New Zealand, Pebble Beach Motor Inn is 5 minutes' walk of many restaurants and cafes along Marine Parade. It is within 15 minutes' walk of the art deco city centre. There are several recreation options nearby including a children's playground, a bike, skate and scooter park, mini-golf and the Sunken Gardens. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 219 NZD.

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• 6 The Grange Lodge Napier, New Zealand

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Featuring a garden, a terrace, and barbecue facilities, The Grange Lodge features accommodation in Napier with free WiFi and city views. Boasting free private parking, the bed and breakfast is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and cycling. This bed and breakfast will provide guests with a satellite flat-screen TV, a balcony, a seating area and a CD player. The kitchen features a fridge, an oven and a microwave and there is shower with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available each morning at the property. The bed and breakfast provides a children's playground. McLean Park is 16 km from The Grange Lodge, while Bluff Hill Lookout is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hawke's Bay, 7 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.5

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• 7 McHardy Lodge Napier, New Zealand

  

  Motel. This boutique 5-star bed and breakfast features a heated swimming pool with sun loungers, a billiards room with a full-size billiards table and a large fireplace. There is free Wi-Fi access throughout the property. Situated in a quiet location, McHardy Lodge offers views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding mountain ranges. Beauty therapies, manicures, pedicures and relaxation massage can be arranged in the privacy of your room. Each suite at McHardy Lodge Napier features luxurious beds, quality linen and a refrigerator with free refreshments. All suites offer a spacious bathroom which includes fluffy bathrobes, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can relax in the guest lounge which offers a fireplace, cable TV, DVD player and broadband internet access. Napier city centre is a 5-minute drive from McHardy Lodge. It is a 10-minute drive to Napier Airport. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 650 NZD.

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• 8 Navigate Seaside Hotel & Apartments Napier, New Zealand

  

  Aparthotel. Navigate Seaside Hotel & Apartments offers contemporary accommodation located just 5 minutes’ drive from Napier City Centre. It is located across the road from Ahuriri Swimming Beach and a children’s playground. Situated in the vibrant seaside village of Ahuriri, Navigate Seaside Hotel & Apartments offers an idyllic base to explore the picturesque Hawkes Bay region. Guests can enjoy a variety of local restaurants. It is 7 minutes’ drive from Hawke's Bay Airport. Spacious accommodation options include studio rooms and apartments. Ground floor rooms open onto a secure courtyard, while upper floor rooms each have a private balcony. Facilities include an on-site café, free guest laundry, a Tesla car charging station and use of the exclusive BBQ area. There is free undercover parking with an automatic door and elevator access to all levels. Unlimited free WiFi is provided. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 265 NZD.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!