The Nautilus

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.3

Overlooking Hawke’s Bay, Nautilus offers stylish rooms with a spa bath and a private balcony or patio. This Art Deco inspired hotel has an on-site restaurant that is open for breakfast and dinner. Guests receive free Wi-Fi during their stay. Nautilus Napier is 5 minutes’ walk from Centennial Gardens and the National Aquarium of New Zealand. Napier Airport is a 15-minute drive away. A kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities is standard in all rooms. Each air-conditioned room features a seating area with flat-screen satellite TV. The tour desk can book winery tours and trips to Gannet Beach and Napier Prison. The hotel also offers dry cleaning and luggage storage facilities. Featuring stunning bay views, Burtons Restaurant serves modern New Zealand cuisine with European and Pacific Rim influences. The bar features a wide range of local Hawke's Bay wines.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Napier, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Karen
New Zealand New Zealand
“The large airy room with a very nice ocean view. We were on the third floor. Really appreciated staff turning on our heating before we arrived. We enjoyed the in-room spa pool, and spacious bathroom/shower area.”
Jennifer
New Zealand New Zealand
“Our suite was upgraded to suite with a sea view and spa bath (the hotel was not full as it is mid-winter). It was spacious and comfortable. Great location - we walked everywhere, along the beach and into town. Also short walk to supermarket and...”
Karaitiana
New Zealand New Zealand
“First time back in Napier in almost 30 years. Accommodation is across from the beach, small distance from the national aquarium, museum, pania on the reef, sound shell and the city, warehouse 1min drive away The room was clean, warm and big...”
Cathy
Australia Australia
“Lovely view, good location and nice room although the very large spa bath was a bit over the top and for us unnecessary.”
Brent
New Zealand New Zealand
“The view from the outside. The size of the room was descent.”
Emma
New Zealand New Zealand
“I loved the view, the spa bath and location. Was just a wonderful stay. Thank you.”
Brian
Australia Australia
“Room was comfortable and clean. Hotel was close to town and the Aquarium. View of the ocean and nice walking area out the front along the Esplanade. Enjoyed the stay.”
Mary
United States United States
“The property was located right across from the sea. Beautiful views. It was very clean and comfortable and the staff were very friendly.”
Anthony
Australia Australia
“View and very spacious room, close to the main city.”
Natalie
New Zealand New Zealand
“Lovely facilities in a great location overlooking the ocean. Have stayed many times and will keep coming back.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
On Site Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    European

Amenities of The Nautilus

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

The Nautilus takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 300 is required on arrival. That's about $176. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on 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.

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Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Crib upon request
NZD 39 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the reception closes at 21:00. If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform The Nautilus Napier in advance, using the contact details found on the booking 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.

Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a credit card.

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.

A damage deposit of NZD 300 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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