Whakarongo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

The Square

4.5/5(341 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Palmerston North with a visit to The Square. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

The Square

Palmerston North Hospital

4/5(25 reviews)

If Palmerston North Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palmerston North.

Palmerston North Hospital

Palmerston North Convention Centre

4/5(36 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Palmerston North Convention Centre during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Palmerston North Convention Centre

Arena Manawatu

4.5/5(52 reviews)

Catch an event at Arena Manawatu during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Arena Manawatu

Victoria Esplanade

4.5/5(133 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Victoria Esplanade, a lovely green space in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Victoria Esplanade

Centrepoint Theatre

4.5/5(13 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Centrepoint Theatre during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Centrepoint Theatre

Our pick of the best Whakarongo Hotel Deals

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
4 out of 5
110 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$181 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$181
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, spacious room, everything I needed for a one night stay"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
4 out of 5
102 Cuba Street, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$164 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$164
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (466 reviews)
"Was a good stay, nice an clean"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
Cornwall Motor Lodge
Cornwall Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
101 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$174 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$174
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (849 reviews)
"Clean, tidy accommodation, staff are always friendly."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

Cornwall Motor Lodge
Aspree Motor Inn
Aspree Motor Inn
3.5 out of 5
700 Main Street, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$149 per night from 2 July to 3 July
NZ$149
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (617 reviews)
Friendly, Clean, Quiet
"I’ve stayed here twice and had a great stay both times."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Aspree Motor Inn
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
4.5 out of 5
140 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$146 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$146
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (727 reviews)
"We enjoyed our time at Coachman. Will definitely return."

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
Carramar Motor Inn
Carramar Motor Inn
3.5 out of 5
45 Ruahine Street, Palmerston North
The price is NZ$120 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$120
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (520 reviews)
Really good
"Very comfortable and great coffee shop attached. Very central location."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Carramar Motor Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Whakarongo

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Kelvin Grove

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kelvin Grove and surrounding area, you can visit The Square and Arena Manawatu.

Kelvin Grove
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Terrace End

Terrace End might not have many top sights, but The Square and Victoria Esplanade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Terrace End
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Roslyn

While Roslyn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Square and City Library.

Roslyn
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Hokowhitu

Hokowhitu might not have many top sights, but Victoria Esplanade and The Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hokowhitu
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Fitzherbert

Fitzherbert might not have many top sights, but Victoria Esplanade and The Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fitzherbert
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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Victoria Esplanade and Esplanade Scenic Railway.

West End

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