Hawera Accommodation Guide — Where to Stay

Hawera is South Taranaki's largest town and the main accommodation hub for visitors to the region. Whether you're arriving for work, exploring the national park or just passing through on SH3, this guide helps you choose the right accommodation for your stay.

Types of Accommodation in Hawera

Hawera's accommodation options include motels, B&Bs, holiday parks and a small number of holiday homes. For most travellers — whether arriving for work or leisure — a motel is the most practical and flexible choice.

Motels in Hawera offer self-contained rooms with kitchenettes, private parking and flexible check-in — essential for working professionals and independent travellers. Holiday parks suit campers and budget travellers with their own transport.

What to Look for in Hawera Accommodation

• ✓ Location — close to SH3 or the town centre, depending on your purpose
• ✓ Parking — free and ample, especially for truck or work vehicles
• ✓ Kitchen — essential for longer stays and self-catering
• ✓ Wi-Fi — reliable connection for work and communication
• ✓ Rates — compare the current total and book direct for local help
• ✓ Reviews — consistent ratings across multiple platforms

Location & Getting Around

Hawera is compact and easy to navigate by car. The town centre is small enough to walk across, though most visitors drive to attractions. State Highway 3 passes through town, making it easy to continue north to New Plymouth or south towards Whanganui.

Approximate driving times from central Hawera: Tawhiti Museum (10 min), Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki (45 min), New Plymouth (1 hr), Whanganui (1.5 hrs), and Opunake Beach (35 min).

The Furlong Motel: The Practical Choice

The Furlong Motel has operated in Hawera since 1975. With 25 renovated chalet-style rooms, kitchenettes, on-site heavy-vehicle parking and pet-friendly stays by arrangement, it's a practical choice for working professionals, families and independent travellers alike.