We loved staying in Raymond's apartment! We came to New Plymouth for two nights after reading the rave reviews of Taranaki in Lonely Planet, and our Airbnb home was a huge part of why we loved our stay. This is a beautiful and comfortable private apartment over the garage on the larger property where Raymond lives with his family, which also includes a lush garden and wonderful birds. This was the perfect place to see the town, as it's walking distance to the CBD through one of New Plymouth's famous parks. It was also perfect access to the mountain - we did the Pouakai Crossing and were grateful to have a warm home and washing machine to return to after getting soaked all day!
If you're looking for the perfect place to stay in New Plymouth, don't delay. Your hosts will be generous and warm, the location ideal for hitting the town or the sea, and the accommodations perfect for a couple of travelers.