Palmerston North Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
New Zealand Rugby Museum - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Arena Manawatu - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 20 min walk
Arrosta Coffee Roasting - 11 min walk
The Office - 17 min walk
Domino's - 4 min walk
Joe's Garage Palmerston North - 18 min walk
About this property
Drovers Motor Inn
Drovers Motor Inn is a great choice for a stay in Palmerston North. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Playground
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Hand-held showerheads
Height-adjustable showerhead
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Microwave
Stovetop
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dining table
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Recycling
Water-efficient toilets only
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 22 to 22 for adults, and NZD 22 to 22 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 20.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Drovers Motor Inn Palmerston North
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Frequently asked questions
Does Drovers Motor Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Drovers Motor Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Drovers Motor Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Drovers Motor Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Drovers Motor Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Drovers Motor Inn and nearby?
Drovers Motor Inn has a picnic area.
What's the area around Drovers Motor Inn like?
Drovers Motor Inn is in the heart of Palmerston North, a short 17-minute walk from Palmerston North Hospital.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Oct 12, 2024
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
Chris
Chris, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2024
Great clean stay
Brianna
Brianna, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2024
Darren
Darren, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
Perfect for what we wanted
Shona
Shona, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 11, 2024
I would stay here again. The staff were very friendly and helpful, the room was better than expected. It was spacious and comfortable. I could park for free right outside my room, so loading luggage was a breeze.
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2024
Easy to find. Beautifully clean and tidy. Had everything I needed. Front desk was so polite. All around a beautiful place to stay
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2024
Very clean very nice stay. Love the king size bed. Some more art work on the walls would be nice
Angus
Angus, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2024
Mark
Mark, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
Craig
Craig, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2024
lovely modern motel, well located, lovely decor, great bed
Jacqui
Jacqui, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2024
This property was very clean, comfortable and spacious. Lovely, thank you.
Barry
Barry, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2024
A great surprise
Last-minute switch to this hotel from another that was not acceptable. Our expectations were not high but we were pleasantly surprised. Bed was very comfortable, room was very spacious. Small balcony outside. Road noise minimal. Bathroom very large and somewhat spa-like in Its furnishings. TV was good, internet was fast, a/c was working and good! Restaurants within walking distance. Good amount of local info in the room binder.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 5, 2024
Good vaklue
Peter Franz
Peter Franz, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 3, 2024
Overnight family stay.
Really nice place. Plenty of room and very clean. Nice amenities.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2024
Very clean room and very friendly staff
Douglas
Douglas, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2024
Very clean private and relaxing
Callan
Callan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2024
Very comfortable. Nice quality. If you’re staying in Palmerston North, this is the best place to stay.
Cons: bed very soft (subjective), no tissue boxes in the room, no option to opt out of getting the room cleaned each day.
Amber
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2023
Graeme
Graeme, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2023
B
B, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2023
Lovely place to stay, staff were friendly and extremely helpful. Old English pub across the road was recomended for meals by motel reception and food was fabulous. Thank you Drovers.
Dallas
Dallas, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2023
Graeme
Graeme, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2023
Nice and clean, nice clean linen, good location, properly priced, responsive staff
Garth
Garth, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 22, 2023
The owner was so lovely, the rooms was nice and clean and well equipped rooms. Was nice having enough space to relax!
Unfortunately noisy other guests in the complex kept us up till 1am which made the stay disappointing, but not a reflection of the hotel or staff af all, just a long weekend full of people. I do look forward to staying again. 😌