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Reviews of The State Hotel 4 stars

162 Devon Street East, 4301 New Plymouth, New Zealand

#6 of 30 hotels in New Plymouth

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 549 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely loved the fuzzy blanket and selection of teas and decaf coffee in the room! Thank you

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    8.0
    Small but cosy and clean hotel
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was quite small

    Lovely boutique and clean property

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    10
    Great location and stylish boutique hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing.

    Great location in town centre. The hotel has a great boutique feel. Very clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    10
    Comfortable, affordable, Cosy, very clean and central, recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable, Cosy size rooms, had a room each with my daughter and we both will be back for sure.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    8.0
    Great location and super comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little street noise through the windows but nothing too crazy.

    Beautifully decorated, loved the art on the walls. Super comfortable bed, good sized room, easy check in, great location.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable, clean & close to everything.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    8.0
    Loved the art, bed and peace & quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom was lovely but a tight fit, could do with an extra towel hook/shelve. Only received 1 towel each for 2 day stay and a women always need more towels.

    Was up-graded to King size which worked well for a 2 night stay. Nice welcome note on arrival. Very clean and nice colour palate. Enjoyed the guest lounge too. Great location for walking everywhere. Loved the art and point of difference. Free car parking a bonus.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I really appreciated the warm hospitality and the friendliness of the staff. The location was perfect, close to everything, which made getting around so easy. I’d highly recommend staying here. The interiors were beautiful, and the beds were very comfortable.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2025

    9.0
    A great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location the restaurants. 5 minute walk to the Coastal Walkway. The decor in the stairways and hallways was eclectic.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    10
    awesome location, great hotel, lovely staff, beautiful decor, meet all our needs, il def stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing really....

    easy check in, lovely staff, beautiful hotel and beautiful room

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2025

    9.0
    Awesome boutique accomodation for New Plymouth CBD. Owned and operated by a lovely young family living on site.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise from being on the Main Street.

    Location was on the Main Street and close to restaurants and shops. One block from the waterfront too.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2025

    9.0
    We would definitely stay again when in New Plymouth or recommend it. Cool, clean and comfy hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I don't like "checking in" online much, and calling a manager on duty to get into the lobby. However, the call was attended immediately and we were swiftly let in and also greeted by a staff shortly after. I am not a fan of the glass door (even though sanded) between the bathroom and bedroom, as it lacks privacy.

    Room and bathroom were a little small but very well appointed. The bed was super comfy and large. The hotel looks newly refurbished and the decor is quite original and interesting.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2025

    8.0
    Very pleasant nice place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    A lot of traffic noise. It would help if it had double glaze Windows.

    Everything was great can’t complain lovely place.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    AJ and the team were really pleasant and helpful

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2025

    9.0
    Stylish interior, great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quirky, clean, friendly staff, great location and loved the guest lounge. A delightful and welcome change from bland beige boring hotel and motel rooms with its stylish interior.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2025

    9.0
    Fantastic place, would definitely stay here again
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There is no elevator/lift which could be a problem for people who can't handle the stairs. The owner carried my suitcase for me even though I could carry it myself. Great service

    The rooms were nicely furbished, everything looked new and clean. Surprisingly quiet. Fantastic location, could walk out the door and choose from a large number of restaurants and fast food joints. Supermarkets just down the street. Would highly recommend. Owner was fantastic.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    10
    Comfort, luxury and convenience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Immediately on arrival we were greeted with a smile and greetings, told where our room is and that if we needed anything at all to let them know, the room was extremely clean and tidy and felt really comfortable. Perfect location as well! Right on top of a wonderful bar and restaurant and within walking distance to almost everything you could think of!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are beautifully appointed with everything you might need. Staff were friendly and welcoming, and the bed was really comfortable. Fabulous central location close to everything New Plymouth has to offer. The room was quite snug, but it was just me, and I only needed a place to sleep, so it suited me. Plus, the hotel messaged me a few days before to advise that the room was smaller, and if I wanted to move to a larger one, I could. I would definitely stay here again.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2025

    10
    Thanks AJ. Love your hotel and your brewery. Would definitely recommend ,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location. Easy parking. Eclectic interesting decor. Very comfortable bed. AJ is a friendly and welcoming manager/owner. All of which makes for a great place to stay. Shining Peak Brewery is also a great bar/restaurant with fabulous staff in easy walking distance.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    9.0
    Good stay, the staff member that checked us in was very friendly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Smaller than expected.

    Modern and clean room and bathroom.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    10
    A comfortable, inviting, beautifully decorated boutique hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Wonderful interior decorating of the hotel. Modern fittings and furnishings in the bedroom. Polite and very helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2025

    10
    We would defiantly stay at The State again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    A wonderful building, beautifully appointed and a charming manager. We were travelling with some friends from Auckland who also stayed int he hotel and we all enjoyed our stay: the guest lounge was a particular treat.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2025

    10
    A great stay in a great location.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    That there is no lift, but it was not really too much of an issue.

    The staff were super friendly and the decor is great with loads of lovely art. It's also a great location and there is a free car-parking area nearby.

    Stayed in April 2025

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