Popular places to visit
Paritutu Rock
Explore the great outdoors at Paritutu Rock, a lovely green space in New Plymouth. Discover the spas in this walkable area or seek out its cycling trails.
Pukekura Park
Explore the great outdoors at Pukekura Park, a lovely green space in New Plymouth. Discover the cafes and festivals in this walkable area.
Bowl of Brooklands
Catch an event at Bowl of Brooklands during your trip to New Plymouth. Discover the cafes and festivals in this walkable area.
Fitzroy Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Fitzroy Beach during your travels in Fitzroy? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Wind Wand
Learn about the local history of New Plymouth with a stop at Wind Wand. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its cafes.
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 cycling trails.
Top hotels in Spotswood
Plymouth International
Clean, spacious and cozy
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Distinction New Plymouth Hotel
The spa tub surprised me. Better mention on the website.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel
We received a room upgrade , very pleased with this room . Reception staff were very helpful
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel New Plymouth, Waterfront
Lovely spacious room, comfy bed great location overlooking beach
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Quest New Plymouth
Room was fine, our quick stay that could have turned into a nightmare thanks to online booking site that didnt really match details correctly. ( not direct booking thru quest ) at reception Arthur checked availability and after a moment sorted a solution for us.. he was super helpful, informative ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Flamingo Motel
The motel is older but well maintained. A pleasant staff member checked us in, the rooms were neat and tidy, the swimming pools and grounds were well maintained, and we enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Spotswood
Blagdon
Though Blagdon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paritutu Rock and Back Beach.
Moturoa
Moturoa might not have many top sights, but Paritutu Rock and Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marfell
While Marfell isn't home to many top sights, Paritutu Rock and Back Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lynmouth
While Lynmouth may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stadium Taranaki and Kawaroa Park.
Whalers Gate
Whalers Gate might not have many top sights, but Back Beach and Paritutu Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium.
