Aztec Motel

3.5 star property
Mediterranean motel with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Unit) | Living area
Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Family Unit) | Living area
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Unit) | Private kitchen
The Aztec Motel sits near The Square, offering a family-friendly base with an outdoor pool and playground. Guests can enjoy the garden, browse the library collection, or use the WiFi - features that previous visitors have particularly valued.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept

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Room options

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Standard Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio kitchen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Family Unit)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Studio, beverage making)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Unit)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 5 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
109 Ruahine Street, Palmerston North, 5301

What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • The Square - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arrosta Coffee Roasting Co - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mouthwater Coffee Company - Tremaine Ave - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Global Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Streetwise Coffee - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Aztec Motel

Family-friendly motel near Palmerston North Hospital
Located close to The Square and Palmerston North Convention Centre, Aztec Motel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a playground. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby indoor pool and luggage storage
  • Games, concierge services and barbecues
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's books and travel cots
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, showers and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 10 to 25 for adults and NZD 10 to 25 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cravings Cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Trampoline
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1972
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 10 to 25 for adults and NZD 10 to 25 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Aztec Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Aztec Motel?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aztec Motel on 19 Sept 2025 start from NZ$155.70, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Aztec Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aztec Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aztec Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aztec Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Aztec Motel located?

This family-friendly Palmerston North motel is located near the airport, within 2 mi (3 km) of Palmerston North Hospital, The Square and Palmerston North Convention Centre. Te Manawa and New Zealand Rugby Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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