Welcome to ASURE Pukekura Motor Lodge
Modern 24-unit motel on State Highway 3 in New Plymouth, offering self-contained studios, one- and two-bedroom units with kitchenettes. Ideal for business, family and road-trip stays in Taranaki.
Rooms
Studio
Our Studio units are perfectly appointed with a King size bed, and are popular with business travellers due to the separate work desk and free Wi-Fi. All rooms are double-glazed and have a smart flat screen TV, electric blankets, microwaves and fridges. Our convenient location means you are central to the CBD and easy exit from New Plymouth to your next destination.
Deluxe Studio
Our Deluxe Studio units are perfectly appointed with a King bed. These rooms are upstairs with a distant view of the ocean. All studios are double-glazed and have a smart Flat screen TV, electric blankets, a microwave and unlimited ultra-fast Wi-Fi. Our convenient location means you are central to the CBD and easy exit from New Plymouth to your next destination.
One Bedroom
These One Bedroom units are modern, light and spacious, with a separate bedroom that has two single beds. The open plan living area has one King bed, sleeping a total of four people. Your own cooking facilities means this makes an excellent base for you when staying in New Plymouth. Features include free unlimited Wi-Fi, double-glazing, smart flat screen TV’s in both the lounge and bedroom and a convenient kitchen with microwave, oven, cooktop, rangehood and tea and coffee making facilities.
Two Bedroom
Our spacious Two Bedroom units are fabulous for family groups and sleep up to 5 people. The large sunny rooms are double-glazed and beautifully appointed with electric blankets and your choice of King or Single beds. Self-cater in the full kitchen which includes an oven, microwave, cooktop and fridge. The unit has 3 smart flat screen TVs. These rooms are the perfect place for basing yourselves when traveling to Taranaki.
Kitchenette Studio
Our Kitchenette Studio units are perfectly appointed with a King size bed, and are popular with business travellers due to the separate work desk and unlimited ultra-fast Wi-Fi.All studios are double-glazed and have a smart Flat screen TV, electric blankets, a microwave, fridge and cooktop with range hood. Our convenient location means you are central to the CBD and easy exit from New Plymouth to your next destination.
Twin Studio
Our ground floor Twin Studios are designed with ease of access throughout. Each unit sleeps 3 people and features 1 King and 1 Single bed. All studios are double-glazed and feature a smart flat screen TV, free unlimited Wi-Fi, a kitchenette, electric blankets, a kitchenette and semi-private courtyard for you to enjoy the tranquil setting and native birds in the surrounding bush area.
About Us
Law and his family have been welcoming guests to Pukekura Motor Lodge since 2019 with genuine Kiwi hospitality and a hands-on approach that makes every stay feel personal. Click below to read more about your welcoming hosts!
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Attractions
Te Henui Walkway
0.6km (9min walk)
The Te Henui is one of the most beautiful walkways in New Plymouth and links Merrilands and Welbourn to the Coastal Walkway. The nearest access point to Pukekura Motor Lodge is from Oriental Street.
Len Lye Wind Wand
2.2km (5min drive)
One of the most visible art pieces in the city is the 45m-high kinetic sculpture Wind Wand, designed by the late internationally renowned New Zealand artist Len Lye, which takes pride of place on New Plymouth's Coastal Walkway.
Puke Ariki
2.2km (7 min drive)
Puke Ariki is an innovative museum, library and information centre that combines learning, knowledge, resources and heritage objects for a visitor experience that is like no other.
Govett-Brewster Art Gallery / Len Lye Centre
2.3km (7 min drive)
The world centre for Len Lye - internationally renowned and inspirational film-maker and kinetic sculptor - whose work pops, flips and zazzles!
Coastal Walkway
The award-winning Coastal Walkway is a 12.7km path that forms an expansive sea-edge promenade stretching from Pioneer Park at Port Taranaki all the way to the eastern side of Bell Block Beach with numerous pedestrian access points dotted along the way. The walkway is ideal for walking, running, cycling or skating, or simply enjoying the view of the dramatic west coast.
Pukekura Park
2.4km (5min drive)
Often described as the jewel in New Plymouth's crown, Pukekura Park covers 52ha (128 acres) right in the heart of the city and is one of New Zealand's premier botanical gardens.
Brooklands Zoo
2.4km (5min drive)
Brooklands Zoo is a free, family focused zoo which is home to a variety of farmyard animals, frogs, reptiles, oriental small-clawed otters, meerkats, a brolga, Bolivian squirrel monkeys and both capuchin and cotton-top tamarin monkeys, as well as a selection of colourful birds housed inside a walk-through free-flight aviary.
TSB Bowl of Brooklands
2.5km (5min drive)
The TSB Bowl of Brooklands is a unique venue comprising an impressive outdoor sound stage and a large grass amphitheatre set against the backdrop of New Plymouth’s Pukekura Park. The bowl is a spectacular venue for summer concerts and when night comes, visitors and performers are spellbound as the lighting on the stage and surrounding trees takes effect.
Todd Energy Aquatic Centre
3.5km (10min drive)
The Todd Energy Aquatic Centre is a wonderful swimming complex located adjacent to the Coastal Walkway.
Ngamotu Beach
5.4km (11min drive)
Located at the western end of the popular Coastal Walkway, Ngamotu Beach is a beautiful and quiet beach.
Chaddy's Charters
6.1km (13min drive)
Happy Chaddy has a lot to say, with many tales to tell along the way. He could keep you there most of the day, it depends on how long you want to stay. You could catch a fish or two, It's really up to you.
Paritutu Rock
6.7km (13min drive)
Guarding the eastern end of New Plymouth's harbour is Paritutu Rock, another volcanic remnant. There's a track up the rock, beginning on the northern side. It's a scramble to the top but the views are spectacular & you can see the entire New Plymouth coastline, city, port and the Sugar Loaf Islands.