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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. Guests enjoy free unlimited Wi-Fi during their stay

Very clean and up to date. Not your crappy roadside motel. Very spacious, with loungers for TV, a small dining table, kitchenette, and a large bathroom. Beds were nice and comfortable. All reasonably priced.

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9
Superb
494 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

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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9.5
Exceptional
189 reviews
Price from
£104
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

Staff were super friendly, place was central (mall literally across the road) and the room was perfcet

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9
Superb
726 reviews
Price from
£93
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.

Everything…so clean and good service. Was so happy to stayed at the hotel Alpha. Didn’t expect to get that good service at that hotel.

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8
Very good
1,117 reviews
Price from
£65
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.

Very clean and smart. Everything was fresh and clean, the bath was well worth the money and the bed was exceptional.

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8.2
Very good
1,196 reviews
Price from
£68
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 room was very big and comfortable, we only stayed one night waiting for our next flight

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8.2
Very good
1,462 reviews
Price from
£74
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.

warm and friendly reception and service

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8.4
Very good
1,485 reviews
Price from
£83
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.

Perfectly clean and very friendly and accomodating lady at reception

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8.7
Fabulous
1,307 reviews
Price from
£91
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.

old world charm, great value for the money

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8.5
Very good
2,245 reviews
Price from
£67
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.

Clean, comfy, centrally located, great service

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8.6
Fabulous
597 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

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Both travellers on the road and on a budget rely on motels for convenient stops with reasonable rates. Direct access to parking makes a motel an easy place to catch some sleep after a day of driving. The relatively smaller size of this accommodation type can also help to make check-in quick and easy.
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  • Drovers Motor Inn
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 495 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

  • Alpha Motor Inn
    Budget options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,115 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
     · 1,198 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.

    Clean and tidy , easy to get there and friendly staff

  • Aspree Motor Inn
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,461 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

  • Bentleys Motor Inn
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,485 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.

    Great location and accomodating for an early check in

  • Fitzherbert Castle Motel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,247 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 .

    Great location Amazing staff Very clean and tidy

  • Camelot Motor Lodge and Conference Centre
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 597 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.

    Everything. Service was awesome. The room was great .

  • A'Abode Motor Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 227 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.

Great access to the city centre! Check these motels in Palmerston North

  • City Corporate Motor Inn
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 189 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.

  • Aubyn Court Spa Motel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 726 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

  • Hacienda Motor Lodge
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 859 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.

  • Arena Lodge
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 544 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.

  • Cornwall Motor Lodge
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,307 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

  • Chancellor Motor Lodge and Conference Centre
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 595 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

  • Braemar Motor Lodge
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 505 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

  • Comfort Inn Kauri Court
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 409 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!

  • Avenue Motel Palmerston North
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 628 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

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

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

    Great location, warm, well equipped nicely decorated

  • B-Ks Premier Motel Palmerston North
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 554 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.

  • Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 860 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
     · 728 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
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 855 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.

  • Broadway Motor Inn
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 167 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.

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

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

    It's my fav motel in palmy .I wouldn't stay anywhere els

  • 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

  • Big Five Motel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 226 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

  • Rose City Motel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 467 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
     · 425 reviews

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

    Lovely Motel. Quiet setting and the location is great.

  • Legends Motel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 291 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.

    Great location. Clean and tired. Staff were great

  • The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 687 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.

    Everything enjoyed the spa bath and family time in the motel

  • Awatea Park Motel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 297 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.

  • A'La Vista Motel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 120 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

  • Palmerston North Motel
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 658 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: £106.19
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 859 reviews
    We had a fantastic stay at the Hacienda motor lodge. The owners are just absolutely great people. They found out I was surprising my partner with a stay there and upgraded our room. The room was lovely, really good size and extremely clean with lots of great little touches like a coffee pod machine and milk frother, nice soaps and shampoo and a chocolate on the pillow. We'll definitely be staying here next time we're in the area.
    Alana
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £63.06
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 167 reviews
    Gret spot close to City centre. Comfortable units. Parking. Moteliers were very helpful and accommodating. Would stay there again.
    Robert
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £82.49
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 495 reviews
    The staff were really friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and well appointed. Loved that there were recliners in the rooms. Probably the most comfortable seating in a motel room I have ever come across.
    Dale
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £71.28
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 425 reviews
    Bella Vista is only a short walk from The Square so very handy. A quiet, warm, comfortable motel. Fabulous water pressure in shower. Will definitely use this motel again.
    Dawn
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £88.25
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 661 reviews
    Easy to access no need to meet anyone could just do our thing. Beautiful spa bath. Good attention to decor than other motels we have stayed at
    Jacquie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £75.34
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,115 reviews
    Perfect stay at Alpha Inn for our family, we stayed in the Taranaki room (pretty sure that was the name) and the Inn staff beat our expectations. Room was so clean and comfy, the guidelines and policies were easy to follow. Staff were friendly with daily check ins and room refreshers (new towels, mini rubbish removal). Great location, 5 minute drive from the main centre. Our check in and check out we’re easy for our first family motel stay. Loved it!!!! Oh and there’s a barber right near the entrance so location was convenient.
    Faafades
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £70.81
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,198 reviews
    Didn’t have breakfast but I did buy coffee and a cheese scone from the cafe which was very tasty. Living in a rural situation at home I found the motel very noisy which is to be expected being so close to the hospital.it was very busy so obvious a popular choice.
    Julie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £97.93
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 554 reviews
    Amazing motel , great location for us , right beside the speedway track . Stayed two nights and couldn’t fault the room apart from the soft old bed. Lovely balcony with a couple of seats. Staff were friendly and helpful, personal touch of some dvds that you could use while you stayed was great.
    Melissa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £79.19
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,461 reviews
    My first choice of motel when staying in Palmy
    Hapi
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £106.19
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 859 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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