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Hacienda Motor Lodge

Hacienda Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Palmerston North Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (300)
"Great little place for a stop off on the way to Wellington. "
United Kingdom
David
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Hacienda Motor Lodge

White Horse Inn Restaurant & Motel

White Horse Inn Restaurant & Motel
3.0 star property
Longburn
7.8 out of 10, Good, (23)
"Good rooms and friendly staff "
Australia
Garth
The price is NZ$114
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
White Horse Inn Restaurant & Motel

Cornwall Motor Lodge

Cornwall Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
West End
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (895)
"Great place to stay with the kids and so handy to town "
New Zealand
Alister
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Cornwall Motor Lodge

Aspree Motor Inn

Aspree Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Palmerston North Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (639)
"The staff were lovely and the room spotless "
Australia
gerald
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Aspree Motor Inn

Carramar Motor Inn

Carramar Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Roslyn
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (547)
"Very clean room. Property maintained. Friendly staff. "
Australia
michael
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Carramar Motor Inn

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Fitzherbert Castle Motel
3.5 star property
West End
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (648)
"The staff were extremely helpful & the room was lovely and clean"
Australia
Tracey
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Arena Lodge

Arena Lodge
3.0 star property
Palmerston North Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (171)
"Lovely one bedroom apartment with balcony. Close to city centre, shops & restaurants. Would stay here again."
New Zealand
Natalie
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Arena Lodge

Drovers Motor Inn

Drovers Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Palmerston North Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (337)
"Clean, convenient and quiet."
Australia
Caroline
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Drovers Motor Inn

Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
West End
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48)
"Good clean, friendly business "
United States
Pradeep
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

ACCOMMODATION GATEWAY MOTEL

ACCOMMODATION GATEWAY MOTEL
2.0 star property
Highbury
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
ACCOMMODATION GATEWAY MOTEL

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
4.0 star property
Palmerston North Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (517)
"Staff extremely courteous, the beds and room could be more "
United States
Alexander
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

Harringtons Motor Lodge

Harringtons Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
West End
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (422)
"Room was spotless and comfortable beds."
Australia
Gina
The price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Harringtons Motor Lodge

The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre

The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre
3.5 star property
West End
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (217)
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Australia
Anna
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre

Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
West End
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (203)
"Friendly people, immaculate room, spacious and all amenities catered for. Well recommended. "
Australia
Gordon
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

Braemar Motor Lodge

Braemar Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Roslyn
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (165)
"Nice motel , great hosts , and rooms , "
Australia
Jason
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Braemar Motor Lodge

Aztec Motel

Aztec Motel
3.5 star property
Roslyn
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (159)
"It was very clean and tidy, friendly staff and a pleasant stay last minute."
Australia
Nikki
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Aztec Motel

Bella Vista - Palmerston North

Bella Vista - Palmerston North
4.0 star property
West End
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (197)
"Clean and comfortable. Would stay again. Nice people managing it."
Australia
Pele
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Bella Vista - Palmerston North

Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
West End
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (421)
"Was all very good"
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

Alpha Motor Inn

Alpha Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Palmerston North Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (326)
"Good value for money and location"
Australia
Brian
The price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Alpha Motor Inn

Legends Motel

Legends Motel
3.0 star property
West End
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219)
"Friendly staff, tidy room, close to amenities and gtrat value for money. "
Australia
Colin
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Legends Motel
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Papatawa Motels information

Number of reviews
6,435
Accommodation
43 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$111
Highest Price
NZ$168

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Papatawa?
If you're not able to find a motel in Papatawa, allow Expedia help you find a motel or something similar from more than 101 lodging options in the area. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What are motels like?
Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels in the US boomed after World War II when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Papatawa?
Here you'll find some of Expedia customers' favourite motels in the larger area. BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North is located 27.9 km from the heart of Papatawa. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Fitzherbert Castle Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Central Papatawa is 16.8 mi (27 km) away. Alpha Motor Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 16.5 mi (26.5 km) from the heart of Papatawa. Cornwall Motor Lodge: Central Papatawa is 16.8 mi (27 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. Carramar Motor Inn: 16.3 mi (26.2 km) from the heart of Papatawa. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Papatawa?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Manawatu Gorge, Victoria Esplanade and Fantasy Cave. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting The Square, New Zealand Rugby Museum and Arena Manawatu.
What's the weather like in Papatawa?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Papatawa to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Papatawa is 1163 mm.
What are my options for getting around Papatawa while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Papatawa to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.), which is located 16.2 mi (26 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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