Moturoa Travel Guide
New Plymouth
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.
Paritutu Rock
Climb up the short, steep path to this vantage point for stunning views of the rugged Taranaki coastline, Sugar Loaf Islands and Tasman Sea.
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 Moturoa
Belt Road Seaside Holiday Park
Always loved staying here. Little disappointed in the dirty bedding in both rooms we booked. No towels in one of the room or toilet paper. Popped into reception and I was given clean bedding, towels & toilet paper to sort issue.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
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
Other neighbourhoods around Moturoa
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.
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 Yarrow Stadium and Stadium Taranaki.
Spotswood
While visiting Spotswood, you might make a stop by sights like Back Beach and Paritutu Rock.
Marfell
While Marfell isn't home to many top sights, Paritutu Rock and Govett-Brewster Art Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Stadium Taranaki and Yarrow Stadium.
New Plymouth CBD
If you're spending some time in New Plymouth CBD, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and Wind Wand are top sights worth seeing.
