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Carramar Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Guests relax in peaceful gardens with coffee from the on-site cafe before enjoying meals at the restaurant - a perfect combination of nature and convenience.

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Located in Roslyn, Carramar Motor Inn welcomes travelers with its coffee shop and garden setting. Start your day with full breakfast options, catch up on news with provided newspapers, or use the in-room WiFi. Guests particularly appreciate the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan

Room options

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Executive Suite, Kitchenette

Executive Suite, Kitchenette

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking

Standard Studio, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, Kitchen (Apartment Suite)

Apartment, Kitchen (Apartment Suite)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Rainfall showerhead
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Executive Suite Twin

Executive Suite Twin

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Executive Studio Twin

Executive Studio Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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3 Bedroom House

3 Bedroom House

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Rainfall showerhead
  • 150 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bedroom Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Interior

Executive Studio Twin

  • Sleeps 3

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Suite Twin

  • Sleeps 3

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Apartment Suite With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3

One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Three-Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 6
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About the area

Located in Roslyn, a neighbourhood in Palmerston North, Carramar Motor Inn is in a shopping district. Victoria Esplanade and Skyhawk Playground reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include New Zealand Rugby Museum and Esplanade Scenic Railway.
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Map
45 Ruahine Street, Palmerston North

What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • City Library - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • The Square - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 6 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Arrosta Coffee Roasting Co - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mouthwater Coffee Company - Tremaine Ave - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Carramar Motor Inn

Motel located in Roslyn
Consider a stay at Carramar Motor Inn and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a front desk safe
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 59 rooms include comforts such as free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; NZD 15 to 40 for adults and NZD 15 to 40 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 49
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7 AM - 9 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 8 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and over
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 49 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 15 to 40 for adults and NZD 15 to 40 for children
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 49 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 49 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Carramar Motor Inn Palmerston North
Carramar Motor Inn
Carramar Motor Palmerston North
Carramar Motor
Carramar Motor Inn Motel
Carramar Motor Inn Palmerston North
Carramar Motor Inn Motel Palmerston North

Frequently asked questions

Is Carramar Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Carramar Motor Inn?

As of 20 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carramar Motor Inn on 21 Jan 2026 start from NZ$119.69, 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.

How much is parking at Carramar Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carramar Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 49 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Carramar Motor Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Carramar Motor Inn located?

Located in Roslyn, this motel is steps from Palmerston North Hospital and within 3 mi (5 km) of City Library and The Square. Palmerston North Convention Centre and Te Manawa are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Carramar Motor Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 548 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 548 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 548 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 548 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 548 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Property maintained. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Dudley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless staff very helpful only bugbear no hand safety rails in bathroom for elderly people
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry and Alan

Liked: Amenities
The unit we had was very clean and we had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean and close to the local hospital. It has an onsite restaurant excellent for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Very convenient location. Easy access to room Heat pump warmed the room efficiently Bed and chairs very comfortable We couldn’t close the lounge window properly and there were no drapes making it very light at night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really good

Very comfortable and great coffee shop attached. Very central location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay at Carramar. Bed was comfy, room was tidy and cosy. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great and clean accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay. Highly recommend to all. Friendly and accommodating staff. Clean, spacious room. Beautiful bathroom, amazing shower. Looking forward to staying there again in July
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert-Allan Keepa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suited our needs, good price, large room, good sized tv, clean bathroom, no complaints👌
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
polite hosts and cleanliness despite small and tight fitting motel area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central location & had a lovely stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds and excellent shower abd bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice stay, room was spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was very clean, comfortable and conveniently situated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy book in and parking, room was very clean, shower had really good pressure, overall a nice place to stay and handy to town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Great location for hospital. Only wish the cafe was open longer. Closes at 3
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money, yhe accommodation is very neat and clean. Conveniently located to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

diane

Nice and clean, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rebekah Hayes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the staff were lovely, the property felt looked after and was very comfrtable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location opposite the hospital and central to everywhere. Enjoyable stay with family, would br gappy to book there again :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to main roads and transport. Right across from main hospital. Very clean and modern property. Cafe not open on the weekends so had to go elsewhere for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Very handy to the hospital & the staff were welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohib

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very neat tidy room with a generous size bathroom. Good amenities. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhenzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really spacious, newly refurbished room, the room is clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024