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The Nautilus Napier

4.0 star property
Art Deco aparthotel with a full-service spa and a restaurant

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Executive House, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with satellite channels
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Ocean View Executive Suite with Spa | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with satellite channels
Front of property
The Nautilus Napier in Napier South offers a peaceful retreat with an onsite spa and spa tub. Burtons Restaurant serves local cuisine with ocean views for breakfast or dinner. Guests appreciate the complimentary WiFi and often praise the helpful, attentive staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Ocean View Premium Suite with Spa bath

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Ocean View Executive Apartment with Spa

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Ocean View Executive Suite with Spa

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Ocean View Executive Suite with Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Ocean View Premium Studio with Spa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Ocean View Premium Studio with Spa

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
  • 65 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Suite with Ocean View and Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 5

Premium Studio with Ocean View and Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 3

Executive Apartment with Ocean View and Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 5

Executive Studio with Ocean View and Spa Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3

Executive Suite with Ocean View and Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Suite with Partial View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Apartment with Partial View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive House, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with satellite channels

Executive House, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Studio with Partial View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Studio with Partial View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Suite (Partial View)

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Executive Studio (Partial View)

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Studio (Partial View)

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Executive Apartment (Partial View)

  • Sleeps 5

View all photos for Ocean View Executive Studio with Spa

Ocean View Executive Studio with Spa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Ocean View Executive Studio with Spa

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive House, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 5

Two-Bedroom Apartment With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6

Family Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

Suite With City View

  • Sleeps 2

Studio With Partial Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

House

  • Sleeps 6

About the neighborhood

Located in Napier South, a neighborhood in Napier, The Nautilus Napier is near the airport and near the beach. Ocean Spa and The Urban Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market and Hastings City Growers Market. National Aquarium of New Zealand and Faraday Centre are also worth visiting.
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387 Marine Parade, Napier, 4110

What's nearby

  • Marine Parade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • McLean Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Pania of the Reef - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Napier Prison - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rogue Hop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mexicali Fresh - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Nautilus Napier

Art Deco aparthotel with a full-service spa and a restaurant
Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free aparthotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a hot tub, and a business center. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find a Smart TV with satellite channels, and other amenities include free WiFi and a minibar.
The Nautilus Napier offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 65-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a hot tub.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the aparthotel's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Restaurants on site

  • Burtons at The Nautilus

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Minibar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Business center

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the airport

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • 41 units
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2008
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 79
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 79 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 76

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 39.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 35 per person
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 79 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: NZD 79 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:30 AM
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 76 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 39.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
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
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Nautilus Apartment Napier
Nautilus Napier
Nautilus Napier Motel
Nautilus Napier Aparthotel
The Nautilus Napier Napier
The Nautilus Napier Aparthotel
The Nautilus Napier Aparthotel Napier

Frequently asked questions

Is The Nautilus Napier pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Nautilus Napier?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Nautilus Napier?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 79 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM– 7:30 AM for a fee of NZD 79.

What time is check-out at The Nautilus Napier?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 76 (subject to availability).

Where is The Nautilus Napier located?

Located in Napier South, this spa aparthotel is steps from Marine Parade and Napier Beach. National Aquarium of New Zealand and Opossum World are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Nautilus Napier Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1255 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 528 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1944 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was really nice with good views of beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
2nd floor. Lovely balcony overlooking Marine Parade and the ocean. Good parking. Friendly staff. A little dated but comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love staying here. It’s luxurious, has everything we need to be happy and make our stay pleasurable! It’s about our 5th or 6th time staying here. The spa baths are an extra comfort for relaxation! Close to all amenities. So clean and staff are friendly and accomodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thanks was awesome will be back to stay again next time!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nickia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
very friendly staff. Great view very comfort bed and great shower. Good wifi too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host. Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Would stay again :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great say, thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Nautilus I found to be clean and tidy. Its rooms are quiet and well appointed. The location next to the beach made for a great background. I definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great room. Very spacious. Views fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prue

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great sized rooms and good service throughout our stay. Warm and comfortable big bed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice staff, clean rooms, could not park out side of your room on ground floor. Parking quite tight with todays big vehicles.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely view of the Marine Parade beachfront. convenient lift to the third floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall an excellent stay. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely stay,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Check in, Service staff & restaurant staff all so very nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina Narona

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Beautiful place. Good TV viewing choices. Close to city centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
It was a convenient and comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nice property to stay at. Very clean and good parking
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great but rooms are tired
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely people too. They went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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