The 10 best hotels in Manawatu-Wanganui Region, New Zealand

October 14, 2022 Moriah Teneyck

Discover the best hotels in Manawatu-Wanganui Region, North Island including Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre, Chateau Tongariro Hotel, Siena Motor Lodge, Powderhorn Chateau, The Peaks Motor Inn, The Hobbit Motorlodge, Riverview Motel, Fitzherbert Castle Motel, Drovers Motor Inn, Distinction Coachman Hotel.
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1. Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre

175 Cuba Street PO Box 5383, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand
Excellent
28%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 433 reviews

Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre

Modern, well appointed 4 star hotel in the hub of the CBD a few minutes walk from cafes, shops, theatres, the museum and convention centre. 85 Guest rooms with free unlimited Wifi, air-conditioning, iron & ironing board, fridge, tea / coffee making facilities. Free on-site parking. Accessible rooms and spa suite ideal for honeymooners. On-site restaurant and bars. Large functions & conference venue for up to 500 delegates & weddings for up to 300 people.

Very Good in March!

Reviewed By Perry B

This was the first time that I had stayed in the more modern Tower wing of the Distinction. I arrived late at night and found the check in procedure smooth. The room was cheerful and well appointed. I was thoroughly rested the next morning.

2. Chateau Tongariro Hotel

State Highway 48, Whakapapa, Tongariro National Park 3951 New Zealand
Excellent
33%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
8%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 2976 reviews

Chateau Tongariro Hotel

Everything we do at the Chateau Tongariro Hotel we believe in providing you with a timeless elegance. We believe that preserving tradition and history is most important and as the hotel is located within a dual World Heritage National Park, conservation and culture are also at the forefront of your experience. Tongariro National Park provides a stunning natural playground bursting with diverse landscapes for visitors to the Chateau Tongariro to discover. Chateau Tongariro provides accommodation, restaurants, bars and conference facilities and is an all-seasons, utterly timeless experience not to be missed.

Great place

Reviewed By thereseaj2015

The best thing about the Chateau Tongariro is defintely the staff: front reception, housekeeping and lounge, dining and piano player. All set in the old world of 1920s decor. The food was fantastic. The decor needs refurbishing in keeping with the current charm. All set in the peaceful environment of Tongariro park.

3. Siena Motor Lodge

335 Victoria Ave, Whanganui 4540 New Zealand
Excellent
86%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 352 reviews

Siena Motor Lodge

We are rated as a 4 star plus by our guests and most booking engines. We are very proud to offer you corporate studios and one-bedroom spa bath suites. All our rooms have heat pumps/air conditioning, are ground level with parking (free) outside. Our rooms are spacious, elegantly furnished and spotlessly clean. We installed brand new luxury beds so getting a comfortable nights sleep is assured. we are well situated on Wanganui's main street, just a short walk to the shops and City center,with restaurants and supermarkets nearby.

Great motor lodge

Reviewed By PatAuckland

This is a great motor lodge in a very good location, walking distance from many places to eat. Our room was a studio and was quite spacious and the bathroom lovely and clean. The bed was very comfy and we had a great sleep with no outside noise. Friendly owner. HIghly recommended.

4. Powderhorn Chateau

194 Mangawhero Terrace PO Box 222, Ohakune 4625 New Zealand
Excellent
57%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 423 reviews

Powderhorn Chateau

Combining all the facilities of an boutique hotel with the ambiance of a an alpine lodge, the Powderhorn Chateau is situated in Ohakune at the doorstep of the spectacular Tongariro National Park. This stunning alpine wonderland is one of only a handful of sites throughout the world to be given dual natural and cultural World Heritage status by UNESCO.

Great experience

Reviewed By Roger G

Friendly efficient staff in this very good country hotel. The large room with balcony and fantastic public rooms offer the traveller a unique experience. Great bar and well presented dinner and wine service. Would recommend a stay here if travelling through the North Island

5. The Peaks Motor Inn

128 Mangawhero Terrace Cnr Mangawhero Tce & Shannon St, Ohakune 4625 New Zealand
Excellent
56%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 238 reviews

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks is the perfect base for visiting Mt Ruapehu summer or winter, with a great location on the main road to Turoa ski area, halfway between town and the Junction. The property features 23 Studio & 1-Bedroom Units, 2 Outdoor Spa Pools Sauna, Gym, Guest Laundry and a Drying room.

Always good

Reviewed By 391lucindaj

This motel is so clean It’s always a pleasure to stay here even during covid level 2. Although you had no contact with staff they made sure you were well stocked up for your stay abs were only a phone call away if you needed them which we didn’t. Top place

6. The Hobbit Motorlodge

80 Goldfinch Street, Ohakune 4660 New Zealand
Excellent
57%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 134 reviews

The Hobbit Motorlodge

The Hobbit Motorlodge is nestled below the Turoa Skifield of Mt Ruapehu. The site enjoys close proximity to the central business area whilst still offering a peaceful tree surrounded alpine escape. We offer premium rooms ranging from large spacious studios with kitchenette to two bedroom suites with either full kitchen facilities or tea & coffee making facilities on only . We also offer comfortable dormitory rooms for traveller's in our lodge.

Tongariro Crossing

Reviewed By Onehungarian

Stayed a couple of nights to do the Tongariro Crossing - Chris and Vidhu were lovely and extremely helpful, pick-ups went flawlessly and we had a great day on the track. The motel is warm and clean, comfy beds, handy to all the amenities in Ohakune, really great value.

7. Riverview Motel

14 Somme Parade, Whanganui 4500 New Zealand
Excellent
53%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 188 reviews

Riverview Motel

We are Mark (a local from Whanganui) and Karen (from Ireland). We will be pleased to recommend you our favourite places to eat, the things in Wanganui that you absolutely shouldn't miss and hope you will have a great stay with us! Our motel is the closest one to town; depending if you want to take the 'scenic route' along the river or the more direct 'residential' way you could be in our main street within 5 -10 minutes walk. Restaurants and cafes are all within walking distance, so are the historic riverboats that go up the Whanganui river, the art galleries, the museum etc. Our motel has 15 different units; are you looking for low-cost, for a room with a view, for a family unit or for a unit with a spa bath; we have it all!

Great motel

Reviewed By rosarosita01

The room was clean and smell great. The receptionist was very helpful and friendly. It is also near the river and near the city centre as well, very convenient and peaceful. Well, it is in a lovely city so it is lovely as well. I would def come back.

8. Fitzherbert Castle Motel

124 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand
Excellent
65%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 89 reviews

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Quality accommodation conveniently located within easy walking distance of the city centre, conference venues, Palmerston North's cafe & boutique quarter, the Plaza, Victoria Esplanade, theatres & art galleries. Wireless Broadband Internet, on-site parking, CCTV, charge back facilities from city restaurants, spa baths in most units, all units designated non-smoking.

You can walk to almost everything if you so desire

Reviewed By Kilmore_12

Fitzherbert Castle Motel has very friendly staff, we were offered fruit and lolly’s on check-in at reception which was a nice and unusual touch. The motel is located in a very good location with food, supermarket and CBD all within easy walking distance. The only negative of being so close to the CBD and on a main street with single glazed windows was traffic noise particularly from vehicles with modified noisy exhausts. We stayed in room 2 on the ground floor, which was very clean. The room had very little natural light and a view of two garden sheds and tress. The motel is somewhat unusual in that the upstairs rooms are accessed via an internal hallway open at either end one end of which was right outside our room door which meant noisy guests were easily heard through the exterior door. The windows in the room only opened a little as they were fitted with security stays. If you are a light sleeper the combination of road noise, noise via the exterior door, the dreaded interconnecting room door meaning you can hear people in the room next door and shared plumbing may be an issue. The bed had had a very soft/spongy comfort top. At night time the light of exterior light is a good thing as the room is already fairly dark when it is daylight outside! Whilst the motel provides a dish cloth and tea towel, they don’t provide dish wash liquid. The motel provides a generous 27 GB of data per device per day. The motels carpark is a little on the tight side if you have a large vehicle.

9. Drovers Motor Inn

746 Main Street, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand
Excellent
69%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 137 reviews

Drovers Motor Inn

Located in the suburb of Terrace End, two minutes from the city centre, Drovers Motor Inn offers a variety of affordable accommodation options with well-presented apartments and suites to suit your individual needs and budget. Whether it's a shuttle service to get you to and from the places you need to be, or providing you delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners, we are committed in providing you with the best experience in accommodation that you could ever ask for! ​Our units and apartments are fitted with luxurious bedding, 42" Smart TVs, and brand new carpet. Each offers comfortable seating, a fully equipped kitchen or kitchenette, and a comfortable place to rest your head. Situated just 1.6km from the central city, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll into town, but as Palmerston North has some great shopping locations, you might want to grab a cab to get you and your purchases home.

Fantastic hotel

Reviewed By Littlesaggy

We stayed over Christmas and what a fabulous place, spotless, the guy on the reception is lovely, dishwasher, cook top, Samsung washer and dryer, my hubby who is a builder was very impressed with everything. No vaccine pass required as no bar or restaurant so Copthorne missed out on $600, glad too because we loved Quest, few mins walk to the mall and close to supermarkets. Perfect!!

10. Distinction Coachman Hotel

140 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand
Excellent
23%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
9%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 278 reviews

Distinction Coachman Hotel

Nestled in the heart of Palmerston North, New Zealand and just a 3 minute walk from the CBD, Hotel Coachman is Palmerston North's only 4 star plus boutique accommodation provider offering 73 accommodation rooms and suites feature sky digital television, queen and king size beds and some studio rooms offer cooking facilities and free wireless internet access.

Old and worn out

Reviewed By GreerShanasa

Our room was so old.. The maintence man repaired the hole in the wall, stuck the ripped wallpaper back, fixed the handbasin and loose towel rack but it couldn't fix the state of the substandard room. The bed was the worst we have ever slept in it was so old and caved in... .. The place is grubby, tired worn out and should not be open until its up to quality. It's over priced and under delivered. Very disappointed.

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