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Located in the center 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 and Netflix channels, air conditioning, 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 & Cozy Bar with a superb selection of wine, single malt whiskey, cocktails and of course champagne. Dine in multi award winning Churchills Lounge Bar & Restaurant, open Thursday to Saturday from 5pm. Enjoy a drink from our extensive beverage selection and sample plates from our delicious à la carte menu. Please make a reservation should you wish to dine with us to avoid disappointment. The County Hotel is near many local attractions, including the Cape Kidnappers International golf course, Ocean Spa Pools, and the famous Hawke’s Bay Vineyards.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Napier, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

Private parking at the hotel


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.8
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  • Fiona
    Canada Canada
    Angela welcomed us so warmly on our arrival and gave us lots of tips on how to enjoy our time in Napier. The hotel is absolutely charming. We loved our room and the beautiful library replete with port for our tasting.
  • Peter
    United States of America United States of America
    Wonderful hotel. One of the loveliest, best-restored and presented hotels we've visited in fifty years of traveling. We especially loved the library, where we spent enjoyable time. Angela and Denise are great, as are the rest of the staff we...
  • Hugh
    Canada Canada
    Perfectly located really cool boutique hotel with very nice friendly staff

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Churchills Lounge Bar & Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • Steakhouse • Local • International • European
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of The County Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Walk-in closet
View
  • City view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs NZD 15 per day.
    Front Desk Services
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
      Additional charge
    • Express check-in/out
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Executive lounge access
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Interconnecting room(s) available
    • Carpeted
    • Elevator
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The County Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of NZD 250 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about USD 149. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash is not accepted Debit card The County Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please let The County Hotel know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

    Please note that there is a 2% surcharge for credit card payments.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform The County Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    A damage deposit of NZD 250 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about The County Hotel

    • The County Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing
      • Mini golf
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Bike tours
      • Beach
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Walking tours

    • The prices at The County Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The County Hotel is 1,000 feet from the center of Napier. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at The County Hotel is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The County Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Churchills Lounge Bar & Restaurant

    • Room options at The County Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Suite