Title: Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=9625492&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers Guests relax by the fireplace or venture into New Plymouth's vibrant center, enjoying cozy rooms with WiFi and outdoor BBQ grills for evening cookouts ## Photo gallery for Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers ![Property entrance - Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers (New Plymouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625500/9625492/98b28cd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers (New Plymouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625500/9625492/93e30ed3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers (New Plymouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625500/9625492/92ae59bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers (New Plymouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625500/9625492/2960e61a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets - Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers (New Plymouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625500/9625492/aade7475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in New Plymouth's CBD, Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers welcomes travelers with its lobby fireplace and rejuvenating sauna. Visitors connect with WiFi throughout, rent bikes to explore the area, or simply relax on the terrace or in the garden. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services - Laundry - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 27 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=9625492&PinnedHotelID=9625492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=9625492&PinnedHotelID=9625492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 28 - Dec. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=9625492&PinnedHotelID=9625492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=9625492&PinnedHotelID=9625492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=9625492&PinnedHotelID=9625492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=9625492&PinnedHotelID=9625492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=9625492&PinnedHotelID=9625492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=9625492&PinnedHotelID=9625492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Double Room) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Hair dryer Hydromassage showerhead Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Cosy Single) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Hair dryer Hydromassage showerhead Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Cottage) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator Separate bedroom Hair dryer Hydromassage showerhead Coffee/tea maker - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Cottage Room) ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator Hair dryer Hydromassage showerhead Coffee/tea maker Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Hydromassage showerhead Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNew-Plymouth-Hotels-Ducks-Drakes-Boutique-Motel-Backpackers.h9625492.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNew-Plymouth-Hotels-Ducks-Drakes-Boutique-Motel-Backpackers.h9625492.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-39.05870%2C174.08080&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FQejUS0EEOzONKbiYDtrlVxPsG8=) 48 Lemon Street, New Plymouth, 4310 #### What's nearby - Pukekura Park \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Centre City Shopping Centre \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Wind Wand \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Fitzroy Beach \- 13 min walk \- 1.2 km - Bowl of Brooklands \- 16 min walk \- 1.4 km #### Getting around - New Plymouth (NPL) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sun World Chinese Restaurant - ‬5 min walk - ‪Crowded House Bar & Cafe - ‬6 min walk - ‪Burgerfuel - ‬4 min walk - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min walk - ‪Arranged Marriage - ‬7 min walk ## About this property ### Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers Guesthouse located in New Plymouth CBD You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Free in-room WiFi and a fireplace in the lobby are available to all guests. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a computer station - A TV in the lobby and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers offer amenities such as free WiFi. More amenities include: - Communal kitchens and heating ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038600/16038516/0888ce3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Egmont Eco Leisure Park - Hostel Westown - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services - Laundry 7.2 Good 50 reviews CA $31 CA $77 total includes taxes & fees Dec 28 - Dec 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=16038516&PinnedHotelID=16038516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Sauna - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - No housekeeping service ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds This property welcomes adults only Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25.00 per person (one-way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know 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 and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Ducks Drakes Boutique Motel Backpackers New Plymouth Ducks Drakes Boutique Backpackers New Plymouth Ducks Drakes Boutique Backpackers Ducks Drakes Boutique Motel Backpackers Ducks Drakes Backpackers Plym Ducks & Drakes & Backpackers Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers Guesthouse Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers New Plymouth ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers? ### What time is check-out at Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers? ### Does Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel & Backpackers Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 7.8 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 61 8 - Good 65 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Aaron Nov 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good facilities, clean and staff friendly. Would recommend again ##### Aaron Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### John Oct 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean room and good bed, good kitchen and lounge, close to Park and town ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Shirley Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Amenities Pleasant helpful host ##### Shirley Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie Aug 1, 2024 This was a wonderful stay! Spacious, clean and very cute. ##### Katie Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### paul Mar 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities clean and comfortable rooms. ##### paul Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Annette Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Good location and easy walking distance to get around. Property is a bit tired but clean. Owner very friendly and helpful ##### Annette Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith Feb 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Brett was very helpful, got an upgrade, the room was great, and the bed was soooo comfortable. ##### Keith Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin Feb 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is our accommodation of choice when we go to Ngāmotu (New Plymouth). The separate accommodation is excellent, and the location is fantastic. ##### Colin Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kerrie Mar 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Property was good, location close to everything. Only thing was some people were chatting past quiet hours outside my room in the couches instead of the common area. ##### Kerrie Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher Feb 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Should be 1st choice Absolutely stellar place, owner is super cool & helpful, kitchen & dining area great. located 2 minute walk from PaknSave, 6 minutes from bicycle rental. Great value! ##### Christopher Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Marine Feb 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good stay Nice room with closet. Easy parking on the street. Great host. Big kitchen and fridges. ##### Marine Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Broc Nov 28, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities It’s all good. Nothing flash and place is dated but Staff were nice. For the price can’t complain ##### Broc Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### BEVERLEY Nov 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Older property with a few squeaky floorboards but was quiet overall. Big kitchen to use, was kept clean by users. Bathroom ok, brown toilet bowl was a concern. Good bed and clean bedroom. Well situated in town. ##### BEVERLEY Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### bruce Feb 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Brett was great, supportive, and has a caring personality...carried my bags from the car as i was on crutches. My bed was very comfortable with a nice view out on the courtyard. The kitchen has everything and there is a large lounge, sun/day room and dinning room...spacious, tidy and clean. Great value for money. ##### bruce Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Joiy Jan 12, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Walkable distance to Bowl of Brooklands was great. Close to supermarkets. Have stayed previously in a self contained unit, (which was good) but this time in the back packer side, Room was clean and airey, but the noise level was bad from other guests returning from concert and ,especially from 5 am with 2 or 3 groups leaving then, Ended up checking out at 6.30am too , Overall place was good but bathroom facilities for guests overdue for a upgrade, Would return again though. ##### Joiy Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abigail Mar 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice place, has everything you need for a stay. In a safe and quiet neighbourhood. Very close to New World/ Countdown for food shops. Brett at reception was very friendly and welcoming. Comfy beds. Showers take a little while to heat up so it felt like I was wasting water but the hot water came through eventually. Would definitely recommend Duck & Drakes! ##### Abigail Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff ##### Kathleen Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas Apr 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was a wonderful place to stay with a really homely feel and beautiful common areas. Easy walking distance to the town, with two supermarkets just across the road. ##### Nicholas Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol Feb 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Recommend Great location, we stayed in a cottage really comfortable ##### Carol Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ATSUSHI Apr 1, 2023 Liked: Staff & service Friendly staff ##### ATSUSHI Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth Mar 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A great place Well located place, well equipped kitchen. Would return if in the area ##### Ruth Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### REBECCA Jan 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic! ##### REBECCA Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bensoy Jul 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Just about right for our trip. Excellent ##### Bensoy Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Stefanie Apr 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Everything was great just the showers took so long to get hot ##### Stefanie Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Marco Jan 24, 2025 Disliked: Amenities My mistake it is a backpacker facility where I am used to stay in the high end hotels so no offence ##### Marco Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in St. Lucia](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-St-Lucia-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d168-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels with Childcare in Maui](https://www.expedia.ca/Maui-Hotels-Hotels-With-Childcare.0-0-d180073-tHotelswithChildcare.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Toronto.h8301308.Hotel-Information) > > [Storm Mountain Lodge Cabins & Dining](https://www.expedia.ca/Castle-Junction-Hotels-Storm-Mountain-Lodge-Cabins-Dining.h12637578.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Istanbul](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-Istanbul-Hotels.s50-0-d178267.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near South Coast Boardwalk](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Coast-Boardwalk-Hotels.0-l6224057-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Komoka](https://www.expedia.ca/Komoka-London-Hotels.0-n3000418236-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in North Conway](https://www.expedia.ca/North-Conway-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d9624-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Truro](https://www.expedia.ca/Truro-Hotels.d7164.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels.d178293.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Sheraton Rhodes Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Rhodes-Hotels-Sheraton-Rhodes-Resort.h791134.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Innisfil](https://www.expedia.ca/Innisfil-Hotels.d6341314.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Downtown Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Toronto-Toronto-Hotels.0-n6057934-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/ywg/edmonton-to-winnipeg) > > [Flights from Bujumbura (BJM) to Ottawa (YOW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bjm/yow/bujumbura-to-ottawa) > > [Flights from Bullhead City (IFP) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ifp/las/laughlin-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Guatemala City (GUA) to Ladyville (BZE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/gua/bze/guatemala-city-to-belize-city) > > [Flights from Vienna (VIE) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/vie/yyz/vienna-to-toronto) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Grand Cayman](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Grand-Cayman.d602874.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Activities ### Packages ### General > [Visit Midtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Nashville-Midtown.dx553248633938904258) > > [Visit Ludhiana](https://www.expedia.ca/Ludhiana.dx2158)