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Set in tranquil surroundings with large landscaped grounds and a picturesque garden terrace with mountain views, Tongariro Crossing Lodge offers uniquely spacious rooms with historic character. A garden is featured. Everything was outstanding. Thanks again to the owner, especially for the unbeatable breakfast.

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9.1
Superb
379 reviews
Price from
US$148
per night

Featuring panoramic views of Tongariro National Park from floor-to-ceiling windows, Parkview Apartments offers a modern, self-catering holiday home with a fully-equipped kitchen. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the house. The apartment was perfect for the 2 of us, it had everything we needed, the kitchen was well kitted out, and it is in an ideal location for visiting Tongariro National Park, there was a supermarket and petrol station at the end of the roaf

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9
Superb
182 reviews
Price from
US$173
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. Immaculate rooms and extremely clean and comfortable

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9.4
Superb
214 reviews
Price from
US$106
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 A very large, clean room with kitchenette and spa bath, with shopping centre, pub and restaurants nearby.

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9
Superb
607 reviews
Price from
US$116
per night

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.

Hacienda Motor Lodge offers accommodation options from Studios to Three-Bedroom Apartments. All include a fridge, microwave, toaster and kettle. Some apartments feature a full size kitchen with family-size fridges and ovens. Some studios have kitchenettes with hotplates only. Great location Nice clean good sized room.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,015 reviews
Price from
US$108
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. Everything was just as we could have hope for. Due to unforeseen circumstances our arrival was delayed. I rang to let the staff know and they were happy to help us settle in well after 9pm. We were so grateful.

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8.2
Very good
1,449 reviews
Price from
US$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. Room was superb in size and quality

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8.5
Very good
1,141 reviews
Price from
US$106
per night

Plateau Lodge is located 15 minutes’ drive from UNESCO World Heritage listed Tongariro National Park, where guests can enjoy skiing, hiking, cycling and paddling activities. A daily, shuttle service is available hourly from 6:00 until 9:00 to the Tongariro Crossing & National park. Free parking is available. LOVED the outdoor bathtub, and the room was very comfortable with a king bed and fridge/bar area. Great outdoor living room with couch and small table. Good restaurant within walking distance, Would love to stay for much longer!

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8.5
Very good
1,796 reviews
Price from
US$98
per night

Ideally located on Whanganui’s main street, Aotea Motor Lodge offers free WiFi and free wired broadband internet access. Double spa baths are provided in every unit.

This 5-star boutique motel features 28 apartments, from studios to 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units. All are serviced by housekeeping daily. Guests enjoy access to the Club Fitness Gym. The rooms were spacious, well maintained and extremely clean. They had everything as promised and matched the pictures. As a standard, they provide a small kitchenette in room with cutlery, microwave, mini fridge and a coffee set. The room had a heater, air conditioner, television and also a working jacuzzi. Fresh towels were provided with amenities except a shaving kit. The wardrobe had a hair drier and iron with iron board. The staff were extremely friendly and kept a good eye for anything left behind post check-out. Room has instruction manual for everything, including the air conditioning and all electronic equipment. A small booklet was provided with guide to Whanganui. The property is placed at a perfect location, right next to major supermarkets and fuel stations, the Whanganui town is about 15mins walk from the location. Although there is no restaurant on-site, fast food joints are right next to it within walking distance and so is Whanganui town as mentioned.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,596 reviews
Price from
US$116
per night

Located just a 2-minute walk from the City Centre, Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North offers free on-site parking. With 4 meeting rooms and a fitness centre, this hotel caters for both business and leisure travellers.

The on-site restaurant, Jimmy Cook’s Kiwi Kitchen, uses fresh local produce to create authentic New Zealand cuisine in a relaxed dining environment. I stayed here for 1 night and found its a great place to stay with friends and/Or Family.

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8.1
Very good
1,532 reviews
Price from
US$114
per night

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