Napier fell victim to a large Earthquake in February 1931 which destroyed most of the town. Arising fairly quickly from the rubble the town was rebuilt and a large number of buildings were created in the Art Deco style. Over the years this has become more and more a unique part of Napier – its … Read more
As you can see from our Hawkes Bay attractions page there is a lot to see and do around our Napier motel. For those of you travelling by car the roads are clearly signposted, easy to navigate, and you can always ask us for directions before heading out for the day. Hawke’s Bay By Bike: One option that makes … Read more
It’s no secret that Hawke’s Bay is famous for wine, and the area has become a grand destination for wine tourism. We are lucky to have some fantastic Napier wineries near our Taradale motel – within 1.5-10 kilometres. The closest are in walking distance (for those who like to exercise), or you could look at hiring … Read more
Keep fit in Hawke’s Bay while you’re on holiday is easy. From free outdoor gyms and walking tracks to fitness classes and crossfit, Napier has it all. If you’re looking for a quick stress free option, pick one of Hawke’s Bay’s many walking or cycling tracks. With over 200km of track with many access points you … Read more
Taradale has a long and interesting history. Taradale was built on land owned by William Colenso, who leased it to Henry Alley. He named it “Taradale”, after the hill of Tara in County Meath, Ireland. While not confirmed, it is believed that he built the first house in the vicinity on Alley Place and Lowther Place. (Image … Read more
(Image courtesy of Artdeconapier.com) Money can still be a little tight after Christmas, New Years, holidays and great events happening all over the place, so we put together a guide for doing Termain’s Art Deco Weekend on a budget. Right from the opening ceremony to the closing of the weekend, you can enjoy this fantastic … Read more