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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Explore the area
Napier South, Hawke's Bay
Marine Parade
Place, Marine Parade
3 min walk
Napier Beach
Place, Napier Beach
5 min walk
War Memorial Conference Center
Place, War Memorial Conference Center
6 min walk
Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
8 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful Apartment in the heart of Napier with free parking
The space: The spacious 85sqm apartment is located within the Colenso Chambers building which was rebuilt after the 1931 earthquake in the style of Spanish Mission (originally as the County Hotel). Being right in the heart of Napier you have easy walking access to restaurants, cafes, shops, supermarkets, historic buildings, beach, museum and the Municipal Theatre. The apartment is located on the first floor with access via the wide stairs of two flights. The apartment has two bedrooms - one queen and one double with quality bedding. The lounge, dining room and kitchen offer an open beautiful space to spread out and enjoy. There are two outdoor spaces - the apartment balcony where you can sit and relax while enjoying city life roll by. Or the second space is an outdoor communal garden area where you can sit, perhaps enjoy outdoor dining, while forgetting the outside world within a tranquil private garden setting.
Guest access: Guests will self check in and out using a lock box to access the keys. The apartment is on the first floor of a residential building. Entry is through the main lobby doors at street level. Once through these doors you enter the shared lobby space and take the stairs up to the first floor to Apartment 1. Access to the outdoor private garden area is via the lobby on the ground floor which also takes you to a gated rear entrance to the apartment block .
Interaction with guests: Our apartment is for you to enjoy in your own privacy. We do not live within the building but are only a phone call away should you need any help, advice or recommendations.
Parking: We provide a free car park which we lease in a car park building only a 3 minute drive or walk from the apartment. Outside the apartment is a 10 minute loading zone which lets you unload or repack your vehicle.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Self check-in with lock box
Dishes are to be washed and dried
Please respect other tenants in the building and be mindful of noise levels.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 7519996
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Napier
Located by the sea, this apartment is in Napier South, a neighbourhood in Napier. Ocean Spa and The Urban Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Faraday Centre and National Aquarium of New Zealand. Napier Botanical Gardens and Onekawa Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting. Power boating, sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
War Memorial Conference Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
National Aquarium of New Zealand - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks Napier - 5 min walk
The Rose - 4 min walk
Rogue Hop - 5 min walk
Ajuna Cafe - 4 min walk
Elicious Eatery - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful Apartment in the heart of Napier with free parking pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Apartment in the heart of Napier with free parking?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Apartment in the heart of Napier with free parking on 14 June 2026 start from AU$132, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Beautiful Apartment in the heart of Napier with free parking?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Apartment in the heart of Napier with free parking?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Apartment in the heart of Napier with free parking?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Apartment in the heart of Napier with free parking located?
Located in Napier South, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Municipal Theatre, Daily Telegraph Building and Art Deco Trust. MTG Hawke's Bay Museum and Napier Soundshell are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Great property, very central location, beautifully clean.. carpark very close. Will definitely plan to stay again, thank you!
Anna P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Thanks Anna :) it was a pleasure to have you and your family stay. Thank you for taking such care of our apartment . All the best and you’re welcome back anytime.
Loved this apartment, it is in an excellent location, super spacious with an excellent kitchen. We really loved the balcony.
Would definetly stay here again.
We arrived in Napier and began with an ArtDeco tour, so cool to have the property you’ll check into afterwards be pointed out by the tour guide. Great property to stay in. Street cleaners are up early but it’s a special place and should be looked after.
Can’t fault the location and the deco style, beds a bit small and uncomfortable, hot overnight (could do with a couple of fans) and some more cooking equipment.
Lance D.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Thanks for your feedback Lance.
It is a spacious and beautiful Art Deco apartment in the Art Deco style.
Not sure why you didn’t address your concerns during your stay with us. This would have given us the opportunity to help you.
The apartment has air conditioning climate control and also a fan located in the main bedroom cupboard.
Past guest feedback has mentioned that the beds are very comfortable and kitchen is well equipped.
Regards Kent and Carla
Exactly as described. Super location, very central, lovely building, quiet neighbourhood despite being so close to everything. Parking easy, just across the road from the rear gate.
This place is centrally located in the shopping centre so extremely handy to all restaurants, shops and activities. Brilliant property. Only downfall was early morning (after 5am) when street cleaners came through to empty bins on street it was a bit noisy.
This was my second stay in Carla’s beautiful apartment. It is in a great location to be able to walk to shops, restaurants and the beach.
Carla is very helpful and quick to respond. I would come back a third time should I ever be in Napier again.
Beautifully maintained period property in the heart of Napier. Excellent support from our host when we were caught up in the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle. Such a shame the festival was cancelled.
Beautiful property well looked after. Was very clean and tidy! Thank you very much for letting us stay there. Was super easy being right in town to access shops. No need to drive anywhere! Thank you. Wiuld definitely stay here again!
Super easy to book and excellent communication when dates had to change etc, not an issue at all. Very accommodating.
The accommodation is very nice, spacious, in style of the art deco area it is located in. To stay in a place like this is great. Unfortunately, the car space provided is in a car park building that isn't secure. Our car got vandalised overnight with damage to roof and bonnet from person/s unknown climbing and/or jumping on it. Bad luck i know, but personally my wife and i wouldn't stay here again because there is that risk and the owners don't have insurance cover outside apartment for guests.
Dean R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Thank you for the appreciation of our apartment and the quality of your stay in relation to that. The apartment is spacious, authentic and unique in the heart of Napier CBD.
We are very sorry for the inappropriate and unfortunate behaviour of someone that damaged your car during your stay.
In the 4 years we have offered this accommodation this is first time something like this has happened.
An enclosed lockable car park is not available in Napier CBD.
We offer the best car park we can to our guests.
The car park we offer is well lit overnight and is covered by CCTV cameras 24/7. This is a strong deterrent to a reoccurrence.
The police are investigating your incident and hopefully will apprehend the culprit and there maybe a chance of the damage reparation in due course.
Regards and thanks
Carla and Kent
Taking your first step into the apartment is like stepping back to the 1930's! It has a open plan living area that lead to a balcony overlooking the street below. It is open and airey with lots of windows to let the sun shine in, lounge and dining area is well appinted with two couches and a large round table ti sit around. Bedrooms are spacious with plenty of storage in the built in robes. The kitchen is well stocked with crockery and kitchen cooking essentials. The most appealing aspect of the apartment to us was how it has been decorated by the Hosts with beautiful furniture and decorator pieces around the home. The amazing location was a bonus.
We were very impressed with our apartment right in the centre of town on the main shopping street. We thought that it might be noisy but it was fine. The apartment was very clean and comfortable and well worth the money.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The apartment was well equipped and the hosts provided excellent communication and were very thoughtful. Highly recommend
We just loved this apartment. Elegant, stylish and beds were so comfortable. We were surprised at just how quiet it was at night, so we slept well. And so close to all of the shops and places to eat. Perfect week away for us girls.
The apartment is in a perfect location. Close the shops and restaurants. A beautiful Art Deco building, with lots of charm. A very authentic place to stay in Napier.
I loved, loved, loved the building and location. So easy to get my morning coffee and find something to eat. The stay was too short. Would have stayed longer if not for prior commitments. Will definitely come back 😁
The property was perfectly finished in the art deco style of the building and the area. It had everything you would need for your stay in Napier and is situated right in the city centre. We would absolutely recommend the apartment.
Great location, great communication made everything so easy, very clean, so great to say right in the centre of Napier!
Renee h.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
About the host
Hosted by Carla and Kent
We live in Napier and love the vibe of the city and the great lifestyle we enjoy with the variety of Arts and Culture available, visiting the wonderful wineries on our door step, and living in a wonderful climate. We love travelling ourselves so if there is anything you want to know about the place we live in, just ask 😀
Why they chose this property
We love that this apartment is in a heritage building, but most of all the fact that it is in the heart of the city. There is so much to enjoy in close walking distance. Or just sit on the balcony and watch the world go by.