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Criterion Hotel Napier

Napier, Hawke's Bay

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 313 m to Napier Beach and 1 km to Centennial Gardens

Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 489 m to Ocean Spa and 1.5 km to National Aquarium of New Zealand

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4.8/5

FantasticFrom 20 reviews

5.0/518 May 2026

Daniel

One of the best value establishments I have ever stayed in. Brand new, very clean, very spacious. Stayed with the art deco vibe. I love it.

5.0/58 May 2026

Amy • Solo Trip

Lovely renovated room that is clean and close to amenities. Would stay again.

5.0/55 May 2026

Ann

Amazing newly done up rooms.

5.0/54 May 2026

Ann • Family Trip

Wonderfully welcomed by the reception staff.Newly refurbished rooms.

5.0/53 May 2026

Jo • Couple Trip

Fabulous little room with everything we needed but parking an issue and no window.

5.0/527 Apr 2026

sandra • Solo Trip

Beautiful clean place to stay, the sheets were fabulous quality, the bed was great. I didn't have a view but that was ok. I arrived late at night, some parking advise for guests is necessary. No milk provided for tea or coffee a bit disappointing. A fabulous café downstairs, for the best coffee and pastries also very classy. They should be working together. Beautiful place to stay and great location.

5.0/524 Apr 2026

Geoff • Solo Trip

Tricky actually finding the place but worth the patience

5.0/522 Apr 2026

Cerelia • Couple Trip

Loved our stay here! Motorcycle parking half a block away meant that we didn't share other reviewers' concerns about parking. Easy walking distance to several good restaurants and cafes. The only downside was the loud guests at a nearby bar, but accommodation providers can't control everything. We'd happily stay again.

5.0/517 Apr 2026

Russell

Great stay. Not like the old reviews

5.0/529 Mar 2026

TONY • Solo Trip

Very nice place to stay I paid via hotels.com and I still had to give them my credit card and drivers license which annoyed me. But the place is really nice inside the curtains in my room didn’t block out the street lights that were on all night

5.0/525 Mar 2026

Colin • Couple Trip

Fully refurbished room within a newly refurbished hotel. Great central location with parking (local council) available within a 3 minute walk. Bars, shops and restaurants nearby and a short 2 minute walk to promenade. Room has a kitchenette which is very handy. The member of staff ‘Charlie’ was extremely helpful and couldn’t do enough for us. Can highly recommend this hotel and will definitely return.

5.0/515 Mar 2026

Paula and phil • Couple Trip

Very central to walk to all cafes and restaurants and waterfront . Spacious room, very clean. Staff wonderful . Will definitely stay again and would recommend to friends

5.0/59 Mar 2026

Diane • Couple Trip

Well appointed, right in the heart of the City. Everything was great. There is no onsite parking but there is plenty of parking close by which is free at the weekend, from Sat pm.

5.0/527 Feb 2026

Marcia

The complete refurbishment of this hotel is very good. Excellent location. Check in staff very helpful and welcoming. Please maintain the excellent standard.

5.0/522 Feb 2026

Steven Le • Couple Trip

Great location and so new and fresh - friendly staff great service

5.0/512 Feb 2026

Anna • Couple Trip

Lovely room, central & really enjoyed our stay.

4.0/59 May 2026

Rihara • Couple Trip

Parking is an absolute mission, but that's the only complaint, price you pay for city centre stay. No complaints in all fairness just work around it

4.0/57 May 2026

Timothy • Solo Trip

Checkin was a bit so so. NPC receptionist with I assume the boyfriend eating dinner on the couch. Reception was an empty room with a desk. A little strange.

4.0/53 May 2026

Matthew

Great service,Room service was in the afternoon but honestly no stress

4.0/520 Mar 2026

Michael • Solo Trip

It’s new, tidy, clean but lacks soul. I had a massive room that was mostly empty space and no artwork on the walls to give it some character. It’s as if no thought was put into the decorating. Needs some work in the decor department

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48, Emerson Street, Napier, Napier, NZ

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Accommodation Rules

Announcement

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in Procedure

Check-in9:00 AM-10:00 PM

Check-out10:00

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

About Criterion Hotel Napier

Criterion Hotel Napier Location
A stay at Criterion Hotel Napier places you in the heart of Napier, steps from Marine Parade and Napier Soundshell. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Municipal Theatre and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Daily Telegraph Building.

Criterion Hotel Napier Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.

Room Type and Price

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 - Tue, 08 Sep 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children