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City Corporate Inn offers elegant self-catering units with double spa baths and large flat-screen TVs. Offering free parking, it is less than a 5-minute drive from Palmerston North’s city centre.

City Corporate Motor Inn is a 10-minute walk from Manawaroa Park, Manawatu River, Ongley Park Sports Grounds and the Esplanade Gardens. It is a 15-minute drive from Palmerston North Airport. Massey University is 2 km away.

Breakfast up to standard and same with other things. Good people to maintain the motel

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9.4
Superb
193 reviews
Price from
US$134
per night

Aubyn Court Spa Motel is located opposite The Plaza shopping centre and a supermarket and offers self-contained accommodation with a private spa pool in most rooms and a flat-screen TV with 50+ satellite channels. Guests have access to free high-speed WiFi and free parking

Everything,smooth check in ,helpful staff.

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9
Superb
712 reviews
Price from
US$120
per night

Alpha Motor Inn is a ten-minute walk to The Square & supermarkets and a ten-minute drive to Arena Manawatu & Airport.

All guests have access to a self-service laundry and free on-site car parking. There is a coffee shop beside the motel for breakfast and lunch.

I’d like to commend the guy manager, his customer service exceeded our expectations.

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8
Very good
1,143 reviews
Price from
US$87
per night

Carramar Motor Inn is a minute’s walk from Palmerston North Hospital and a 7-minute drive from Palmerston North Square. It offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and free parking. All guest rooms offer satellite TV.

Best ever , when we needed something they were so accommodating , did everything to make us welcome and comfortable

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8.2
Very good
1,208 reviews
Price from
US$78
per night

Located just 2.5 km from the Palmerston North city centre, the Aspree Motor Inn is a 10-minute drive from Palmerston North Airport. It offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and free parking on site.

All rooms have been refurbished between 2011 and 2014. They offer a microwave, toaster and tea and coffee making facilities. They have a 32-inch satellite flat-screen TV. The en suite bathroom has free toiletries and a hairdryer.

The staff were amazing huge dryer and washing machine clean rooms close to shops

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8.2
Very good
1,443 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

Featuring a sauna, squash court and fitness centre, Bentleys Motor Inn is just 5 minutes’ drive from A and P Showgrounds. Guests enjoy free WiFi. All rooms include a TV with over 50 satellite channels.

So quiet!and room is so good!

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8.4
Very good
1,488 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Less than a 10-minute walk from The Square, Cornwall Motor Lodge offers self-catering rooms in Palmerston North’s city centre. Guests enjoy over 50 satellite channels, daily newspapers and free parking. Guests enjoy unlimited free WiFi each day.

Very clean and staff friendly. Bed is awesome. Spa is awesome. One thing u xan change are the Pillows. Pillows are a bit hard. Other than that really good.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,264 reviews
Price from
US$126
per night

Close to Massey University, plus conference and sports venues, Fitzherbert Castle Motel includes 14 studios, each serviced on a daily basis.

Fitzherbert Castle Motel is just a short walk from various art galleries and theatres. Spend the day exploring the city before ordering in dinner at the motel.

Close to town but off street behind frontage so quiet. Great staff - family operated & run so they do take pride in what they provide (even the free apples.) 2nd time staying there, and will quite likely do so again.

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8.5
Very good
2,215 reviews
Price from
US$86
per night

Set in Palmerston North, 700 metres from Palmerston North Convention Centre, Camelot Motor Lodge and Conference Centre offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star motel offers luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.5 km from Arena Manawatu.

Awesome accommodating managers.

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8.6
Fabulous
580 reviews
Price from
US$106
per night

A'Abode Motor Lodge offers spacious apartments with free WiFi and a balcony. It features a communal sauna, a sun terrace, and picturesque gardens. Free on-site parking is provided.

The motel is located directly opposite the Palmerston North Hospital and is 6 minutes' drive to the Palmerston North City Centre. Palmerston North Airport is 5 minutes' drive away.

The family apartment we found to be fily cosy

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8.2
Very good
220 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

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  • Aubyn Court Spa Motel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 712 reviews

    Aubyn Court Spa Motel is located opposite The Plaza shopping centre and a supermarket and offers self-contained accommodation with a private spa pool in most rooms and a flat-screen TV with 50+...

    Fantastic ammenities lovely owners will be back for sure

  • Broadway Motor Inn
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 246 reviews

    Offering free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking, Broadway Motor Inn is a 2-minute drive from the centre of Palmerston North and a 10-minute drive from Palmerston North International Airport.

    room, space, facilities available in the room, quiet.

  • B-Ks Premier Motel Palmerston North
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 576 reviews

    B-Ks Motor Lodge offers 5-star, self-catering accommodation in the heart of Palmerston North. Restaurants, shopping and the iconic “Square” are just a 5-minute walk away.

    the owners were friendly, room was lovely & yummy brekky.

  • Cornwall Motor Lodge
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,264 reviews

    Less than a 10-minute walk from The Square, Cornwall Motor Lodge offers self-catering rooms in Palmerston North’s city centre.

    Great location + facilities! Lovely friendly staff

  • A'La Vista Motel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 117 reviews

    Just 10 minutes’ walk from The Square, A’L a Vista Motel offers self-contained accommodation with a 32-inch flat-screen TV and DVD player. It features an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi internet access.

    The hotel is in the heart of the city which was good

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  • Alpha Motor Inn
    Budget options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,143 reviews

    Alpha Motor Inn is a ten-minute walk to The Square & supermarkets and a ten-minute drive to Arena Manawatu & Airport. Alpha Motor Inn offers comfortable accommodation with smart TVs and free WIFI.

    Staff were awesome and went out of their way for us

  • Carramar Motor Inn
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,208 reviews

    Carramar Motor Inn is a minute’s walk from Palmerston North Hospital and a 7-minute drive from Palmerston North Square. It offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and free parking.

    It was lovely and clean, great bath. And comfy bed

  • Aspree Motor Inn
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,443 reviews

    Located just 2.5 km from the Palmerston North city centre, the Aspree Motor Inn is a 10-minute drive from Palmerston North Airport. It offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and free parking on site.

    Easy to find, great location, quick and easy check in

  • Fitzherbert Castle Motel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,214 reviews

    Situated in tree-lined surrounds, within walking distance of the city centre, these spacious studios include free Wi-Fi and satellite TV with more than 50 channels in every room .

    Amazing staff amazing room would recommend to anyone

  • Camelot Motor Lodge and Conference Centre
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 580 reviews

    Set in Palmerston North, 700 metres from Palmerston North Convention Centre, Camelot Motor Lodge and Conference Centre offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    How clean the room was and close to everything we needed

  • A'Abode Motor Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 220 reviews

    A'Abode Motor Lodge offers spacious apartments with free WiFi and a balcony. It features a communal sauna, a sun terrace, and picturesque gardens. Free on-site parking is provided.

    Didn't have breakfast, location wasn't an issue.

  • Avenue Motel Palmerston North
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 624 reviews

    A 1-minute walk from Palmerston North’s town centre, Avenue Motel Palmerston North enjoys a convenient yet quiet location. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi access throughout the entire property.

    It was all clean quite and location perfect. We will return

  • Comfort Inn Kauri Court
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 399 reviews

    Comfort Inn Kauri Court is a 10-minute walk from Palmerston North town centre and 6 km from Palmerston North International Airport.

    friendly service clean rooms comfy bed & the best pillows!

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  • City Corporate Motor Inn
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 193 reviews

    City Corporate Inn offers elegant self-catering units with double spa baths and large flat-screen TVs. Offering free parking, it is less than a 5-minute drive from Palmerston North’s city centre.

    The friendly owners, chatty & interest in our travels.

  • Drovers Motor Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 486 reviews

    Just 3 minutes’ drive from The Square in Palmerston North, Drovers Motor Inn offers self-contained accommodation with flat-screen satellite TV, a DVD player and an iPod docking station.

    Nice friendly staff spacious clean comfortable rooms

  • Hacienda Motor Lodge
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 889 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Palmerston North, Hacienda Motor Lodge offers accommodation nearby cafes, restaurants and bars. Free unlimited WiFi and free on site parking are available.

    Close to town centre & within walking distance.

  • Chancellor Motor Lodge and Conference Centre
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 570 reviews

    Free Wi-Fi and barbecue facilities are on offer at Chancellor Motor Lodge, which is just 3 minutes’ drive from the Palmerston North Showgrounds.

    Very Welcoming by the owners. Very clean and tidy unit

  • Arena Lodge
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 556 reviews

    Arena Lodge is located opposite Central Energy Trust Arena, 10 minute’s walk from Palmerston North city center. All studios and apartments include kitchenette or full kitchen.

    Absolutely excellent and tremendous value for money.

  • Braemar Motor Lodge
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 488 reviews

    Braemar Motor Lodge offers self-catering accommodation just 300 metres from the shops and restaurants in Palmerston North city centre. All rooms include satellite TV and free, high-speed WiFi.

    Everything was excellent value for money . Highly recommend

  • ASURE Destiny on Fitzherbert Motel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 639 reviews

    Destiny on Fitzherbert, premium accommodation offering the latest in style and comfort.

    Great location, warm, well equipped nicely decorated

  • Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 868 reviews

    Located in Palmerston North, Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge offers free on-site parking and accommodation with a kitchenette. All accommodation offers security card access.

    Friendly staff and clean hotel. Excellent location

  • Aztec Motel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 709 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities, Aztec Motel is just 350 metres from Palmerston North Hospital. It offers heated accommodation with a Smart 32-inch TV.

    Staff good customer and facilities was execeptional

  • Harringtons Motor Lodge
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 872 reviews

    Winner of Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2014, Harringtons Motor Lodge offers self-contained ground floor studios and suites with free on-site parking and free WiFi.

    Very close to local parks. Easy to find and enter.

  • Bentleys Motor Inn
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,489 reviews

    Featuring a sauna, squash court and fitness centre, Bentleys Motor Inn is just 5 minutes’ drive from A and P Showgrounds. Guests enjoy free WiFi.

    IV have been staying at Bentleys for years..love it ..

  • Shadzz Motel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 644 reviews

    Shadzz Motel offers 4-star accommodation just 8 minutes’ walk from Palmerston North's - The Square.

    Nice staff Rooms were very clean and tidy Warm and cozy

  • Big Five Motel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 235 reviews

    Located just 5 minutes' walk from off Palmerston North’s restaurants and pubs, Big Five Motel offers modern studios and apartments featuring HD LCD TVs and animal themed décor.

    Really clean and tidy, lacking nothing. Very versatile layout

  • Kiwi Studios Motel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 413 reviews

    Kiwi Studios Motel is located in the heart of Palmerston North, a 10-minute walk from the Te Manawa Museum. It offers self-contained accommodation offering a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

    Clean and comfortable, walk to restaurants, theatre

  • Rose City Motel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 463 reviews

    Rose City Motel is a 10-minute walk from Ongley Park, and a 15-minute drive from Palmerston North Airport. It offers a fitness centre, free unlimited WiFi and rooms with a fully equipped kitchen.

    All good. Would have liked an easy chair to watch TV

  • Bella Vista Motel Palmerston North
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 431 reviews

    Situated along Palmerston’s main thoroughfare, Bellavista offers pleasant studios, a business centre and free parking.

    Location was close to everything. Very helpful staff

  • Legends Motel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 274 reviews

    Offering sunny studios with a spa bath, a kitchenette, unlimited free WiFi and satellite TV with more than 50 channels, Legends Motel is just 5 minutes’ drive from Central Energy Trust Arena.

    Lovely and clean. Handy to where we were meeting others

  • The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 699 reviews

    We are the closest Motel to Massey University & the Manawatu River Walkway. Situated directly across the road from the Victoria Esplanade Playground, we area popular choice for many families.

    Comfortable beds, Value for money. Friendly staff 😃

  • Awatea Park Motel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 299 reviews

    Featuring a garden setting, the Awatea Park Motel offers apartments opening onto the beautiful Awatea Park.

    Very clean, park at back of room and very comfy bed.

  • Palmerston North Motel
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 694 reviews

    Centrally located, 5 minutes’ drive from Arena Manawatu, Palmerston North Motel boasts a swimming pool, a spa pool and BBQ facilities. Most accommodation features a fully equipped kitchen.

    Large room. Shower facility, Kitchen and Cleanliness.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$110.19
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 463 reviews
    The position of the Motel, nice and handy to everything.
    Barry
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$97.28
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 644 reviews
    The location is great and easy to go to the supermarkets as well as the central area, and the room is comfortable with my family and has all the necessary needs in the motel. The owners are friendly and help us on first time arriving in Palmerston North. Recommended.
    Fellix
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$128.35
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 889 reviews
    The staff were absolutely amazing! So wonderful to my elderly parents. Kind, caring and friendly. Amazing location, very close to Columbus Coffee for breakfast. Great to have parking right next to the motel room.. Clean, comfortable room. Lovely showers. Big comfy beds.
    O'Leary
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$137.04
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 712 reviews
    My favourite motel in Palmerston North, love the Spa bath and the location the most.
    Kathy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$98.50
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 413 reviews
    Great location for business trip as you can walk to many restaurants . the motel is quite run down, a little smelly to
    Martyn
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$97.05
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 246 reviews
    Great place to stay. Friendly host and the Motel is in a great position and walking distance to restaurants and takeaways if you don't want to use the cooking facilities in the room. Clean, comfortable and a great price.
    Allan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$140.71
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,489 reviews
    Best motel we have stayed at
    Ngaruhe
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$105.54
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 255 reviews
    Lovey host mike very humble and easy to get alond with very friendly and welcoming also very affordable and for you money you getting double the space, comfort, privacy etc then most motels valued between $200-$400 definitely be coming back here when I can. Also very nice to wake upto goats pony and other farm animals outside very clean environment honestly a 10/10 from us cheers guys thank you Manaea.
    Manaea
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$82.59
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 699 reviews
    Quiet, virtually no traffic noise. It was easy to find, being on a main road. Plenty of free parking. Prices were very reasonable. It was a good 3 star motel.
    Jane
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$128.35
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 889 reviews
    Oh my word, what an amazing motel! This place felt like more of a wonderful hotel than just a place to sleep on the road. Staff were incredibly kind and welcoming. The room was spacious and incredibly well equipped. Loads of toiletries and even chocolates on the bed. Microwave, toaster and kettle were absolutely spotless. It was super clean and felt like they took great care to clean the bits that motels normally miss. The bed was super comfortable. They even had a washer and dryer you could use. An absolute must stay place!
    Leila
    Young couple

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