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Aparthotel

Rose City Motel

4.0 star property
Aparthotel in Palmerston North with free parking

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Front of property
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Superior Apartment, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug

Room options

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Superior Apartment, Kitchen | In-room dining

Superior Apartment, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed OR 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Private kitchen

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Executive Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

In-room dining

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
Ceiling fan
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Palmerston North, Rose City Motel is in the city centre. 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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120 - 122 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North, 04410

What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Palmerston North Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Brewers Apprentice - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rosie O'Gradys - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Robert Harris - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rose City Motel

Aparthotel in Palmerston North with free parking
This aparthotel features a fitness centre, a business centre and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, free newspapers and a garden. Each apartment provides free WiFi and free wired Internet, an LCD TV with satellite channels, and a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave. Added amenities include room service, premium bedding and a coffee/tea maker.
Rose City Motel offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Cot: NZD 5 per stay
  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 9 AM for a fee
  • Limited room service

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Business centre
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • 26 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:30 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 5.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 5.0 per stay

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; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Rose City Motel
Rose City Motel Palmerston North
Rose City Palmerston North
Rose City Motel Aparthotel
Rose City Motel Palmerston North
Rose City Motel Aparthotel Palmerston North

Frequently asked questions

Is Rose City Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rose City Motel?

As of 20 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rose City Motel on 22 Aug 2025 start from NZ$148.85, 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 Rose City Motel?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rose City Motel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Rose City Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Rose City Motel located?

Located in West End, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of The Square, City Library and Palmerston North Convention Centre. Te Manawa and Centrepoint Theatre are also within 15 minutes.

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Rose City Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 242 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good price. Handy to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayden

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A very clean, relaxing and enjoyable experience. Dont hear any noise from neighbours at all. Very good rooms for tge price you pay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

V E

Liked: Cleanliness
Was perfect for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, big spacious room and nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great comfy spot

Excellent accommodation, in a great location so close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Henry, the proprietor, was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jo and Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Over all a clean and tidy place. Bed was way too soft and woke up with a sore back. Cutlery was a mismatch from a charity shop. Rung for a create for the room and was quoted $25 more than the web site i booked through. Central to eateries and the plaza. With supermarkets very close.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Handy to City Centre
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvette

Very good value and comfortably for what we needed. Property and reception area is looking tired and not that inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good quality, clean accommodation but fixtures and fittings are looking a bit tired.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice & tidy, friendly service and comfortable bedding
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome cute place, maybe could use a booklet highlighting the best places in palmy to visit, but honestly great experience would recommend to anyone looking for affordable, walking distance accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shayne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great Hospitality

Great Hospitality thanks for taking care of us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Samitha

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Suited for a full family.Bathroom was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beds were comfortable. Great shower.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Really comfortable, spacious, easy to book, clean and good quality furnishings. Close to all a.enities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Next time i will ask for room to the rear. Bit noisy at nights worh traffic
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Motel is in an excellent location to the Square and walking distance to great eateries. This was our second visit and won't be our last. Extremely clean and very friendly manager.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and warm. Comfortable beds. The kids loved the hot tub! Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aroha

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great accommodation thanks..warm and spacious. Friendly host.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The owner is friendly and the room is clean

8/10 Good

Abbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
good for my requirements
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024