The County Hotel

Hotel, 5-star12 Browning Street, Napier, New ZealandShow on map

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Top rated

Guests rate it highest for service, value and location.

Check-in from 1:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at 12 Browning Street.

Luxurious 5-Star Hotel in Napier's Art Deco Precinct

Charming Heritage Building: The County Hotel, originally built in 1909, survived the 1931 earthquake and exudes Edwardian Art Deco grandeur, offering a unique and elegant stay.

Elegantly Designed Rooms: Each room at The County Hotel features antique furnishings, a TV with satellite and Netflix channels, air conditioning, a work desk, and tea/coffee making facilities for a comfortable and luxurious experience.

Award-Winning Dining and Beverage Options: Indulge in exquisite dining at Wine Street Restaurant and Churchill's Champagne & Snug Bar, offering a superb selection of wine, whiskey, cocktails, and champagne. Don't miss the opportunity to savor the delicious à la carte menu at Churchills Lounge Bar & Restaurant.

What this place offers

Television in common areas
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Golfing on site
Self parking (surcharge)
Internet access
Art gallery on site
Wine release events
Reception hall
Golf cart

Rooms

9.4

Top rated

Rated 9.4 out of 10 by 719 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness9.3
Service10.0
Location9.7
Rooms9.3
Amenities9.7
Value9.8
Food & drink7.7

Guests mention

Outstanding hostsExceptional serviceCharming character

teamannzWAIPUKURAU, HAWKE'S BAY REGION, NORTH ISLAND
August 2026
Excellent
A quiet and comfortable place to stay.A beautiful meal served in the hotel, ideal for a Winter getaway.
Elean0reMESKDALE, NAPIER, HAWKE'S BAY REGION, NORTH ISLAND
August 2026
Elegant and luxurious - an absolute treat.
For top quality, old fashioned hospitality in every sense, I don’t think anything beats the experience at the County Hotel. Our room was beautifully furnished, and extremely comfortable, with a spacious and lovely…
lovingthetravelling2TAURANGA, BAY OF PLENTY REGION, NORTH ISLAND
August 2026
Great place to stay in Napier
Not our first stay and the County Hotel and definitely not our last stay. Angela is a great host. We were greeted warmly on arrival and escorted to our room, she explained everything about the hotel to us. Helped us…
lindalF3808UR
July 2026
Weekend Getaway
Not our first stay at The County Hotel and certainly won't be our last! Every aspect of our time there was First Class. The rooms, the restaurant (superb cuisine) the total ambience and especially Angela and Donnie as…
grewattsDUBLIN, COUNTY DUBLIN
July 2026
Home away from home.
Located in a great spot close to shops and beach. This charming Deco style Hotel is like a home away from home.
Comfortable, old world charm with outstanding service, friendly staff and awesome food.
Churchills bar…
Seaside23007519606NAPIER, HAWKE'S BAY REGION, NORTH ISLAND
July 2026
A stunning 70th Birthday luncheon Dinning experience
17 guest had a fabulous dining experience on Saturday lunchtime
The meals were out of this world
Supported by wonderful staff and in a stunning dinning Room
Thank you Angela you made the whole afternoon a fabulous…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated March 2026.

Where you’ll be

12 Browning Street, Napier, New Zealand

Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 1:00 PM until 05:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Non-smoking rooms available

Internet. WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets. Pets are not allowed.

Parking. Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs NZD 15 per day.

Children and extra bed policy. Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 10 years old stay for NZD 45 per person per night when using an existing bed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds. Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Please inform The County Hotel 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. Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19). Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. A damage deposit of NZD 250 is required. The host charges this 14 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 via credit card, subject to an inspection of the 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. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about The County Hotel

What time is check-in and check-out at The County Hotel?

Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does The County Hotel allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at The County Hotel?

Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.

Does The County Hotel have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does The County Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?

The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.

How do I book The County Hotel?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is The County Hotel?

12 Browning Street, Napier.

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