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A compact kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including a microwave and dishwasher, and grey cabinetry.

1. Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North

Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North
15.5 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Kenneth
NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a patio area with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A reception desk with a keyboard, a vase with flowers, and a staircase in the background.
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a sign reading "HOTEL COACHMAN," and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.

2. Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Andrea
NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.
A bar area with stools, a counter with bottles, and a decorative partition.
A modern hotel with a unique facade featuring vertical white patterns, multiple balconies, and large windows.
A modern interior with geometric light fixtures and a glass railing.

3. Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Mark
NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
A reception desk with a fruit bowl, a framed picture, a welcome sign, and travel guides.
A street view with a building labeled "The Fitzgerald Castle" and a sign indicating "50+ Channels".
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, two armchairs, a sofa, and a TV.
A castle-themed hotel with a stone facade, a drive-in entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

4. Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Fitzherbert Castle Motel
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Rosina
NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a wardrobe.
A two-story residential building with a garage, a covered patio, and a small garden area with a wooden fence and plants.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a microwave.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and stove, a dishwasher, and a dining area with a sofa and a small table.

5. Carramar Motor Inn

Carramar Motor Inn
14.2 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Tanya
NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Carramar Motor Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.
A hotel room with a desk, laptop, wine glass, phone, and a book.
A row of modern, multi-story hotel buildings with a parking lot in front.
A balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a building with large windows.

6. Cornwall Motor Lodge

Cornwall Motor Lodge
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Andrew
NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Cornwall Motor Lodge
A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a mirror.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a couch.
A sign for the Bentley's Motor Inn with a message indicating no vacancy.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and a small trash bin.

7. Bentleys Motor Inn

Bentleys Motor Inn
15.6 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Peter
NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Bentleys Motor Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate sitting area, a bathtub, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small table, a desk with a computer, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A multi-story hotel with a red roof, a spa motel sign, and a parking lot with several cars.
A modern apartment with a grey sofa, a dining area, a kitchen, and a living room.

8. Aubyn Court Spa Motel

Aubyn Court Spa Motel
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Joanne Juyonyi
NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Aubyn Court Spa Motel
A modern building with a unique architectural design, featuring a central glass facade and a symmetrical entrance.
A restaurant interior with wooden accents, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, and a view of greenery through the door.
A brick wall with a sign for NERO RESTAURANT.

9. Hacienda Motor Lodge

Hacienda Motor Lodge
14.8 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Sue
NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Hacienda Motor Lodge
A modern building with a curved entrance and a sign that reads "A La Vista Welcome".
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.
A compact kitchen with teal cabinets, a microwave, and a dishwasher.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, two chairs, a television, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

10. A'la Vista Motel

A'la Vista Motel
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Nick
NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
A'la Vista Motel
A modern hotel with a two-story structure, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a shower, and a view of the outside.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outside.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a flat-screen TV.

11. City Corporate Motor Inn

City Corporate Motor Inn
15.3 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Abbie
NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
City Corporate Motor Inn
A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a small garden area with shrubs and a potted plant.
A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and cabinets. There is a small trash bin and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A building with a parking area, a picnic table, and a potted plant.
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a blue chair, and two wall-mounted lights.

12. Aspree Motor Inn

Aspree Motor Inn
14.2 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Jess
NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Aspree Motor Inn
A motel with a red roof and a sign that reads "ROSE CITY MOTEL".
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with a red cover, a small dining table, and a chair.
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a toilet. There is a TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with a view of trees, and two wall-mounted lights.

13. Rose City Motel

Rose City Motel
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Vanessa
NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Rose City Motel
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a chalkboard menu, and a view through the window.
A billiards room with a pool table, a jukebox, and mounted deer heads on the wall.
A room with a wooden dresser, a television mounted on the wall, a small trash bin, and a door leading to another room.
A building with a sign for Ashhurst Deer & Duck Inn, featuring a deer logo, and mentions it offers cold beer, a restaurant, and accommodation.

14. Ashhurst Deer N Duck Inn

Ashhurst Deer N Duck Inn
3.5 km from Manawatu Gorge
Ashhurst Deer N Duck Inn
A bed with white bedding and a blue floral pillow, two wall-mounted lights, and a white wall with a light switch.
A patio area with wicker furniture, a glass door leading to an interior space, and potted plants.
A modern living room with a sofa, a red chair, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, a dining area with chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a parking area.

15. Drovers Motor Inn

Drovers Motor Inn
13.9 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Kirsty
NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Drovers Motor Inn
A corner room with a table set for tea, a kettle, and glasses.
A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a white desk, and large windows with curtains.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a grey sofa, a TV, and a small table.

16. Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
New Zealand
Michelle
NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living room.
A pathway lined with trees in autumn foliage, leading to a distant view.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and kitchenette in the background.

17. Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
15.3 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Philippa
NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
A modern building with a reception area labeled "Alpha Motor Inn."
A modern bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and glass shower enclosure.
A motel sign with a tree in the foreground.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

18. Alpha Motor Inn

Alpha Motor Inn
14.7 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Tony
NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Alpha Motor Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.
A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall. There is a kitchen visible through an archway.
A modern building with the sign "MANAWATU" indicating a commercial or public facility.
A narrow pathway leading to a building with a white exterior and a row of air conditioning units.

19. Aztec Motel

Aztec Motel
14.1 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Mo
NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Aztec Motel
A modern building with a curved entrance, a small patio with a table and chairs, and potted plants with red flowers.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, an air conditioner, and a window with curtains.
A Bella Vista Motel with a parking lot, multiple buildings, and a sign indicating no vacancy.
A compact kitchen with a sink, countertop, and a dishwasher.

20. Bella Vista - Palmerston North

Bella Vista - Palmerston North
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
Australia
Deidre
NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Bella Vista - Palmerston North
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Compare popular hotels close to Manawatu Gorge

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel with a two-story structure, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.
City Corporate Motor Inn
9.8
Exceptional
173 reviews
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A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a mirror.
Bentleys Motor Inn
9.2
Wonderful
608 reviews
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A hotel with a well-lit entrance, a signboard indicating availability, and a clear driveway leading to the parking area.
Harringtons Motor Lodge
9.2
Wonderful
447 reviews
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A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with curtains.
Arena Lodge
9.4
Exceptional
188 reviews
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A modern dining area with hanging plants, wooden ceiling beams, and a view of buildings through large windows.
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
9.2
Wonderful
599 reviews
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Top Manawatu Gorge Hotel Reviews

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and quiet"
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
Carramar Motor Inn

Carramar Motor Inn

8/10 Good
"Noise from the 2nd floor and stairs."
Chris 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Carramar Motor Inn
Alpha Motor Inn

Alpha Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent
"We liked the room. The staff is friendly and the room os value for money. There is a small kitchen that has the basic cutleries and ekettle, toaster and microwave. Fun stay!"
Lara 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Alpha Motor Inn
Aspree Motor Inn

Aspree Motor Inn

8/10 Good
"Good place to stay"
Jess 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Aspree Motor Inn
Aubyn Court Spa Motel

Aubyn Court Spa Motel

8/10 Good
"Great accomodating staff, good location, a nice spacious room, unavoidable traffic noise on the main road for those who mind such things, but a lovely stay."
ZACHARY 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Aubyn Court Spa Motel
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Clean. comfortable, well managed, friendly staff."
William James 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

8/10 Good
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michael 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
One on Vogel.

One on Vogel.

10/10 Excellent
"Extremely well equiped, we had everything we could have wanted. A brief stay but enjoyable thank you."
Sandra Lynn D. 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
One on Vogel.
Drovers Motor Inn

Drovers Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The rooms are very clean and modern inside. Parking is easy and its location is very private and quiet."
Kirsty 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Drovers Motor Inn

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Manawatu Gorge?
Manawatu Gorge is located in a welcoming area of Aokautere that travellers like for its cafes. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Manawatu Gorge?
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Manawatu Gorge. Other good options around the area include BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North and Alpha Motor Inn.
How many hotels are there near Manawatu Gorge?
Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Manawatu Gorge.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Manawatu Gorge, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Manawatu Gorge.

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