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Business Hotels in Manawatū-Whanganui

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Top Business Hotels in Palmerston North

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large potted plant.

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
West End
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
A hotel room with a bed, a table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

Cornwall Motor Lodge

Cornwall Motor Lodge
West End
Cornwall Motor Lodge
A reception desk with a fruit bowl, a framed picture, a welcome sign, and travel guides.

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Fitzherbert Castle Motel
West End
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
A modern dining area with hanging plants, wooden ceiling beams, and a view of buildings through large windows.

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
Palmerston North Central
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
A modern building with a unique architectural design, featuring a central glass facade and a symmetrical entrance.

Hacienda Motor Lodge

Hacienda Motor Lodge
Palmerston North Central
Hacienda Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre
West End
Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a patio area with a table and chairs.

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
West End
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a mirror.

Bentleys Motor Inn

Bentleys Motor Inn
West End
Bentleys Motor Inn
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
West End
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
A hotel with a well-lit entrance, a signboard indicating availability, and a clear driveway leading to the parking area.

Harringtons Motor Lodge

Harringtons Motor Lodge
West End
Harringtons Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a wardrobe.

Carramar Motor Inn

Carramar Motor Inn
Roslyn
Carramar Motor Inn

Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North

Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North
Palmerston North Central
Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North
A castle-themed hotel entrance with a glass canopy, ivy-covered towers, and a sign indicating it's a motor lodge.

Camelot Motor Lodge

Camelot Motor Lodge
Palmerston North Central
Camelot Motor Lodge
A modern hotel with a two-story structure, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.

City Corporate Motor Inn

City Corporate Motor Inn
West End
City Corporate Motor Inn
A bed with white bedding and a blue floral pillow, two wall-mounted lights, and a white wall with a light switch.

Drovers Motor Inn

Drovers Motor Inn
Palmerston North Central
Drovers Motor Inn
A modern building with a prominent illuminated 'R' sign, indicating a hotel or resort.

Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge
West End
Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge
A bar area with a wooden bar counter, yellow chairs, and a glass table.

Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre

Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre
Palmerston North Central
Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outside.

Legends Motel

Legends Motel
West End
Legends Motel

Asure Destiny on Fitzherbert Motel

Asure Destiny on Fitzherbert Motel
West End
Asure Destiny on Fitzherbert Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Aztec Motel

Aztec Motel
Roslyn
Aztec Motel
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Top Business Hotels in Ohakune

A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
Ohakune
Powderhorn Chateau
A hotel named "The Peaks Motor Inn" with a sign listing amenities like studio and family units, spa pools, sauna & gym, wireless internet, and a conference room.

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
Ohakune
The Peaks Motor Inn
A wooden deck with a small table and chairs, a bed in the background, and a set of wooden steps leading to a door.

Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
Ohakune
Snowman Lodge
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
National Park Village
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
National Park Village
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
Skotel Alpine Resort
A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.

The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
The Crossing Lodge
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Top Business Hotels in Whanganui

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge
Whanganui Central
Aotea Motor Lodge
A modern motel with a prominent neon sign, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
College Estate
151 on London Motel
A modern house with large windows, a visible living room with a table, and a green plant in the foreground.

The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel
Whanganui Central
The Avenue Hotel
A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a body of water.

Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel
Whanganui Central
Riverview Motel
A garden with a lawn, a swing set, and a building in the background.

Astral Motel

Astral Motel
Whanganui Central
Astral Motel
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel
Whanganui Central
Kings Court Motel
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Top Business Hotels in Tongariro National Park

A cozy room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a glass coffee table. A large window offers a view of a mountain.

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort
Tongariro National Park
Skotel Alpine Resort
A covered pavilion with a stone base, surrounded by a snow-covered garden with rocks and various plants.

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

The Park Hotel Ruapehu
National Park Village
The Park Hotel Ruapehu
A dining room with a wooden deck and picnic tables, a chimney, and a mountain backdrop.

The Crossing Lodge

The Crossing Lodge
Erua
The Crossing Lodge
A wooden staircase leading to a door with "Powderhorn Chateau" carved above it.

Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau
Ohakune
Powderhorn Chateau
A modern wooden building with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio area, and a wooden deck.

Tongariro Crossing Lodge

Tongariro Crossing Lodge
National Park Village
Tongariro Crossing Lodge
A hotel named "The Peaks Motor Inn" with a sign listing amenities like studio and family units, spa pools, sauna & gym, wireless internet, and a conference room.

The Peaks Motor Inn

The Peaks Motor Inn
Ohakune
The Peaks Motor Inn
A wooden deck with a small table and chairs, a bed in the background, and a set of wooden steps leading to a door.

Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge
Ohakune
Snowman Lodge
A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at dusk.

Tongariro Lodge

Tongariro Lodge
Turangi
Tongariro Lodge
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a mounted deer head above the mantel.

Turangi Bridge Motel

Turangi Bridge Motel
Turangi
Turangi Bridge Motel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of parked cars and greenery.

Parklands Motorlodge

Parklands Motorlodge
Turangi
Parklands Motorlodge
A building with a flat roof, a front entrance, and a signboard.

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
Turangi
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
A modern house with a large porch, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

River Birches

River Birches
Turangi
River Birches
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Top cities in Manawatū-Whanganui

Wind turbines on a green hill.

Palmerston North

Palmerston North is known for its spas and cafes, and entices visitors with popular attractions including The Square and City Library.
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A snow-capped mountain range with a clear sky and dry grassland in the foreground.

Ohakune

Ohakune is known for its mountain views and spas, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Big Carrot and Ohakune Old Coach Road.
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A cityscape at dusk with a river, illuminated buildings, and a bridge.

Whanganui

Whanganui is known for its riverfront and spas, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Whanganui Museum and Sarjeant Gallery.
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A road leading to a snow-capped mountain with a forested area in the foreground.

National Park Village

National Park Village is known for its restaurants and mountain views, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Tongariro National Park and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park.
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A large lake surrounded by green fields and trees, with mountains in the background.

Levin

Levin has lots of attractions such as Levin Public Gardens and Waiterere Private Reserve.
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A road with a speed limit sign of 50, a directional sign for Bulls, and a zebra crossing.

Bulls

Bulls has lots of attractions such as Bulls Town Hall and Bulls Museum.
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Top landmarks in Manawatū-Whanganui

A snowy mountain landscape with a clear sky and a few hikers.

Mount Ruapehu

9.4/10 (531 reviews)
You might want to head out to Mount Ruapehu for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Tongariro National Park.
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A snow-covered mountain with a peak, surrounded by clouds and a clear blue sky.

Mount Tongariro

9.4/10 (239 reviews)
If you want to stretch your legs and breathe in some fresh mountain air, head out to Mount Tongariro for a bird's-eye view of Tongariro National Park.
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A snow-covered mountain with a clear sky.
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Turoa Ski Area

8.8/10 (156 reviews)
Ski the fall line at Turoa Ski Area located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from central Tongariro National Park. If you master the slopes, Whakapapa Ski Area is just a short drive away.
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Whakapapa Ski Area

9.0/10 (295 reviews)
Skiers and snowboarders might want to test out the slopes at Whakapapa Ski Area, a skiing spot located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from central Tongariro National Park. If you master the slopes, Turoa Ski Area is just a short drive away.
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The Square

8.8/10 (907 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to The Square— just one of the monuments in Palmerston North Central.
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Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre

9.2/10 (232 reviews)
Travelers who enjoy the great outdoors might want to go to Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre, located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Whakapapa.
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Arena Manawatu

8.6/10 (168 reviews)
You could catch an event at Arena Manawatu, a stadium in Palmerston North Central.
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Palmerston North Convention Centre

8.0/10 (108 reviews)
Palmerston North Convention Centre is worth a pic or two when discovering Palmerston North Central.
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Check out the Manawatū-Whanganui hotels guests love right now

Rose City Motel

Rose City Motel
West End

10/10 Exceptional

United States
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Rose City Motel

Bella Vista - Palmerston North

Bella Vista - Palmerston North
West End

10/10 Exceptional

United States
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Bella Vista - Palmerston North

City Corporate Motor Inn

City Corporate Motor Inn
West End

10/10 Exceptional

United States
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City Corporate Motor Inn

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
West End

10/10 Exceptional

United States
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Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre
West End

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Melissa
Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

Arena Lodge

Arena Lodge
Palmerston North Central

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Colin
Arena Lodge

Asure Destiny on Fitzherbert Motel

Asure Destiny on Fitzherbert Motel
West End

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Wendy
Asure Destiny on Fitzherbert Motel

Aotea Motor Lodge

Aotea Motor Lodge
Whanganui Central

10/10 Exceptional

United States
John
Aotea Motor Lodge

Kings Court Motel

Kings Court Motel
Whanganui Central

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Allie
Kings Court Motel

151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel
College Estate

10/10 Exceptional

United States
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151 on London Motel

Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre

Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre
Palmerston North Central

10/10 Exceptional

United States
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Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre

Riverview Motel

Riverview Motel
Whanganui Central

10/10 Exceptional

United States
chris
Riverview Motel

Legends Motel

Legends Motel
West End

10/10 Exceptional

United States
John
Legends Motel

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
West End

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Margaret
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North

Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North

Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North
Palmerston North Central

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Colleen
Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North

About the destination

What's Manawatū-Whanganui like?

Manawatū-Whanganui is a friendly locale known for its restaurants. Activities like hiking give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors during your stay. This winter paradise of Manawatū-Whanganui is home to Turoa Ski Area and Whakapapa Ski Area. While you're here, don't miss a chance to see sights like The Square and Palmerston North Convention Centre.

What is there to see around Manawatū-Whanganui?

  • The Square (0.1 mi/0.1 km from the city center)
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre (0.1 mi/0.2 km from the city center)
  • Arena Manawatu (0.5 mi/0.9 km from the city center)
  • Manawatu Gorge (9.7 mi/15.5 km from the city center)
  • Levin Public Gardens (25.1 mi/40.4 km from the city center)

What is there to do around Manawatū-Whanganui?

  • New Zealand Rugby Museum (0.4 mi/0.7 km from the city center)
  • Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre (25.4 mi/40.9 km from the city center)
  • Dannevirke Domain (28.2 mi/45.3 km from the city center)
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum (41.4 mi/66.6 km from the city center)
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre (79.9 mi/128.6 km from the city center)

Other Popular Manawatū-Whanganui Attractions

  • South Beach
  • Virginia Lake
  • Castlecliff Beach
  • Taihape Gumboot
  • Mowhanau Beach