Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel and Backpackers
Property Information
A fun, funky, affordable New Plymouth Boutique Motel and Hostel with an inviting atmosphere, friendly personal service, offering a variety of comfortable accommodation from shared rooms and private rooms in the historic main building to your own fabulous Cottage Room opening on to our lush green garden.
The perfect base to explore Mt Taranaki; the countless surfing spots along Coast Highway 45; the multitude of parks and gardens. Ducks & Drakes is an easy walk to Pukekura Park, The Coastal Walkway, Puke Ariki, Govett Brewster Gallery and the many eclectic bars and restaurants New Plymouth has to offer.
Stay with us at Ducks and Drakes – you’ll be glad you did
Property Features
- Fire Place
- Guest Laundry
- Free Parking
- Free WiFi
- Fresh linen supplied
- Sauna / Steam Room
- Street parking
Accommodation Details
Ducks & Drakes on Devon Book
"Ducks & Drakes on Devon" is a quirky, spacious, yet cosy one bedroom, one bathroom apartment on Devon Street East, literally within 200 metres of a major supermarket, and a short walk into the CBD or Coastal Walkway and surrounds. With a Queen bed in the bedroom and a single bed in the lounge area this apartment can accommodate 3 PAX comfortably with plenty of room. There are plenty of good restaurants and bars within walking distance or cook your own meals in the fully stocked kitchen then watch the sun go down from the bay window.
One car park is allocated to this apartment with ample parking also on the surrounding street. Stictly Quiet Enjoyment Only (No parties!) No pets. No smoking.
PLEASE NOTE: Entry to this apartment is via a number of stairs (not suitable for those with mobility challenges or heavy suitcases!)
- Sleeps 4
Cottage - Studio Book
We have two spacious and colourful studio units which flow onto our grassed courtyard and gorgeous garden. Each cottage features an ensuite, fully equipped kitchenette, Sky Select TV with 50+ channels and Free Fast Wi-Fi. The studio units do vary in size so please call us on 06 758 0404 if your group is 3 or more, we have a number of configuration options to suit you.
- Sleeps 3
Cottage - 1 Bedroom Book
We have three cosy and colourful one bedroom units all with an outlook onto our grassed courtyard and gorgeous garden. Each cottage features an ensuite, fully equipped kitchenette Sky Select TV with 50+ channels and Free Fast Wi-Fi. Our one bedroom units are varying sizes so please call us on 06 758 0404 if your group is 3 or more, we have a number of configuration options to suit you.
- Sleeps 5
- Room 1: 1 Single bed and 1 King / Twin
- 1 Bathroom
- Non-smoking
- Outdoor Setting
- Tea/Coffee Making
- Television
- Lounge Area
- Dining Setting
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
- Laundry Facilities
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Verandah
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Heating
- Telephone
- Toaster
- Microwave
- Wireless Internet
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Clock Radio
Double Room Book
Private and colourful room featuring a queen bed, beside lamp, built in wardrobe with spare blankets and hot water bottles for those chilly winter nights. Fresh towels are provided daily and don't forget the Free Fast Wi-Fi accessed throughout the property. Bathroom facilities are shared. Common areas are spacious with a home away from home feel. If this room is unavailable please call us on 06 758 0404 we have a few other configuration ideas to offer you.
- Sleeps 2
Twin Room Standard Book
Private colourful twin room featuring two single beds, beside lamp, built in wardrobe with spare blankets and hot water bottles for those chilly winter nights. Fresh towels are provided daily and don't forget the Free Fast Wi-Fi accessed throughout the property. Bathroom facilities are shared. Common areas are spacious with a home away from home feel. If this room is unavailable please call us on 06 758 0404 we have a few other configuration ideas to offer you.
- Sleeps 2
Double or twin Book
A private room featuring a split king bed that can be configured as a double or a twin (2 singles), study desk, heater and blankets for those chilly winter nights. Fresh towels are provided daily and don't forget the Free Fast Wi-Fi accessed throughout the property. Bathroom facilities are shared. Common areas are spacious with a home away from home feel. If this room is unavailable please call us on 06 758 0404 we have a few other configuration ideas to offer you.
- Sleeps 2
Cosy Single Book
Private cosy single room featuring one single bed, bedside lamp, built in wardrobe with a spare blanket and hot water bottle for those chilly winter nights. Fresh towel provided daily and don't forget the Free Fast Wi-Fi accessed throughout the property. Bathroom facilities are shared. Common areas are spacious with a home away from home feel. If this room is unavailable please call us on 06 758 0404 we have a few other configuration ideas to offer you.
- Sleeps 1
3 Bed Dorm - Female Book
Female only 3 Bed Dorm. This room features one single bunk set and one single bed, built in wardrobe, spare blankets and hot water bottles for those chilly winter nights. Towel hire is available. Bathroom facilities are shared. Common areas are spacious with a home away from home feel. Don't forget the Free Fast Wi-Fi accessed throughout the property. If this bed is unavailable please call us on 06 758 0404 we have a few other options to offer you.
- Sleeps 1
3 Bed Dorm - Mixed Book
Mixed 3 Bed Dorm. This room features one single bunk set and one single bed, built in wardrobe, spare blankets and hot water bottles for those chilly winter nights. Towel hire is available. Bathroom facilities are shared. Common areas are spacious with a home away from home feel. Don't forget the Free Fast Wi-Fi accessed throughout the property. If this bed is unavailable please call us on 06 758 0404 we have a few other options to offer you.
- Sleeps 1
4 Bed Dorm - Mixed Book
Mixed 4 Bed Dorm. This spacious room features two single bunk sets, built in wardrobe with spare blankets and hot water bottles for those chilly winter nights. Towel hire is available. Bathroom facilities are shared. Common areas are spacious with a home away from home feel. Don't forget the Free Fast Wi-Fi accessed throughout the property. If this bed is unavailable please call us on 06 758 0404 we have a few other options to offer you.
- Sleeps 1
6 Bed Dorm - Mixed Book
Mixed 6 Bed Dorm. This room features three single bunk sets, two built in wardrobes with spare blankets and hot water bottles for those chilly winter nights. Towel hire is available. Bathroom facilities are shared. Common areas are spacious with a home away from home feel. Don't forget the Free Fast Wi-Fi accessed throughout the property. If this bed is unavailable please call us on 06 758 0404 we have a few other options to offer you.
- Sleeps 1
Tent Site Book
A small piece of grass at the back of the property use your own small tent whilst enjoying the delights of Ducks & Drakes common areas, hot showers and funky decor. At only $25 per person per night we are within walking distance to the CBD, Pukekura Park and surrounds. Don't forget our Free Fast Fibre Wi-Fi is accessed throughout the property.
- Sleeps 2
Terms & Conditions
BOOKINGS CONFIRMED only when we receive your credit card details. Payment for reservations made via the Ducks & Drakes website will be processed in full within 24 hours of the booking date. If you find you need to cancel your booking, please give at least 72 hours notice to avoid a cancellation charge equal to a one night stay. No shows may be charged the full value of accommodation booked.
WOMAD 2025 Reservation Terms, Conditions and Deadlines
WOMAD reservations are a 3 night minimum and confirmed only when we receive your credit card details.
WOMAD 2025 Deposit
A deposit equal to one night stay will be processed on 01 February 2024 on the credit card provided, with balance due on arrival, unless arranged otherwise. Please see our cancellation policy on WOMAD reservations.
OFFICE HOURS are 9am - 8pm. Check in from 2:00pm. Check out by 10am. Please let us know if you plan to arrive outside these times so we can arrange an early/late check in.
PARKING We have four parking spaces available with priority given to guests staying in our premium cottage rooms. We cannot guarantee off street parking for any guest. Plenty of on-Street parking is also available around our property and free all day with the exception of a few spaces specifically marked as 2 hour parking.
DAMAGE OF DUCKS & DRAKES PROPERTY - We reserve the right to charge guests the cost of rectifying damage, caused by the deliberate, negligent or reckless act of the guest to our property or structure. Should this damage come to light after the guest has departed, we reserve the right to make a charge to the guest’s credit / debit card, or send an invoice for the amount to the registered address.
REMOVAL OF DUCKS & DRAKES PROPERTY – We reserve the right to charge guests the cost of replacing any items that are removed from the premises by them without consent. The charge will be the full replacement amount of the missing item, including any carriage charges. Should the fact that the item is missing come to light after the guest has departed, we reserve the right to make a charge to the guests credit/debit card, or send an invoice for the amount to the registered address.
Payment Policy
Unlimited Sanctuary Ltd T/A Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel and Backpackers.
We accept VISA or Mastercard and Prepayment directly into our bank account.
Account Name: Unlimited Sanctuary Ltd T/A Ducks & Drakes Boutique Motel and Backpackers.
Account Number: 03 0713 0027596 000
Cancellation Policy
Please give at least 72 hours notice to avoid a cancellation charge equal to a one night stay. No shows may be charged the full value of accommodation booked.
WOMAD 2025 Cancellation Policy.
1. Cancellation after 01 February 2025 - will incur a cancellation charge equal to a one night stay unless we are able to sell the room to another guest.
2. Cancellation after 01 March 2025 - will incur a cancellation charge of the full value of the accommodation booked unless we are able to sell the room to another guest.
3. No shows - will be charged the full value of accommodation booked.