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Palmerston North Motel
66 Linton Street, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand
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#13 of 18 motels in Palmerston North
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If you are looking for accommodation in Palmerston North, situated in a quiet location and offering spacious units, let Lyn and Brett welcome you to Palmerston North Motel. You will find Palmerston North Motel located in the heart of Palmerston North amongst garden surroundings and only 2 blocks from the city centre where you will find some of the cities best restaurants, cafes, bars and shops for retail therapy. We offer 20 ground floor units, which include 3 x studios, 16 x 1-bedroom units, 1 x 2-bedroom unit – many which have fully equipped kitchens, with free standing ovens. Parking your vehicle is not a problem as we offer ample off-street parking, which is suitable for cars, coaches, trailers and light trucks. Cool off in our swimming pool or enjoy a relaxing soak in our private spa pool. We also have a spring-free trampoline for the children during your stay. Pets welcome by arrangement.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Breakfast available
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Highchairs available
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
BBQ facilities
Parking
Hot bath
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Dining area
Housekeeping
Sofa
Private bathrooms
Kitchenette
Cable / satellite TV
Electric blanket
Bath / shower
Microwave
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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HOTEL STYLE
Mid-range
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English
Location
66 Linton Street, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 74 out of 100
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Palmerston North Airport
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Wanganui Airport
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We got off to a bad start when the manager ticked us off for not noticing the visitor's car parks and stopping in a vacant room park while we checked in and then complained because we had come in to get a room before the person who had made the block booking for us. We had a studio apartment with basic facilities - we were there to sleep and have breakfast so didn't need anything more. On the plus side: the motel is away from the main street and very quiet at night, the bed was spacious with a reasonably firm mattress, the decor was neutral and everything was very clean, and there is a selection of restaurants and a Pak N Save a short walk away. On the neutral side: no stove top or hotplate (but a microwave), minimal but adequate glassware, crockery and eating utensils. On the negative side mainly minor whinges: a kitchen knife too blunt to slice rolls (typically - are New Zealand motels terrified of lawsuits from self-cut guests?), the usual totally inadequate supply of hangers in the closet, heater on the wall at head height above a sofa so only half the sofa could be occupied when the heater was on, feeble shower pressure and one of those old-fashioned dial mixers where the temperature goes from freezing to scalding in half a degree turn, thin curtains over the ranchslider door make it impossible to screen out the light at night (and the management controls the light outside the door apparently so they decide when you need darkness), and a sickly sweet artificial perfume emanating from an air freshener that I eventually tracked down to a plastic doo-hickey on top of the toilet - I put it in a plastic bag to neutralise the smell. Finally, a very large and somewhat misshapen dog wandered in through our open door and had a good sniff round the entire room before wandering out again. I didn't mind but I was a little surprised that the motel would allow guests to let their pets wander free like that. Overall, though, the motel more or less does what it advertises and for the reasonable tariff it's an average bargain. But I'd encourage the manager to go on a hospitality course. Motel managers who start off by putting guests on the back foot ought to consider another line of work.
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Date of stay: November 2016Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip:Â Get a unit with a separate bedroom and stove top.
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If you want a place to stay in Palmerston North that is a true walking distance to town then we would highly reccomend The Palmerston North Motel in Linton Street. We have stayed there nearly a dozen times over the past few years and have always found it very reliable, quiet and very clean. The one bedroom units are our favorite as you get that extra room to move about in. It also has a super king bed which is extremely comfortable although it does dominate the bedroom a bit (minor comment).
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Date of stay: March 2013Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip:Â One bedroom units. Plenty of room for two people and well away from the road side.
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Happy to see a spacious room with clean and comfortable beds, clean bathroom and functional kitchenette. The hot pool was a welcome relief. We were given a room with a Jacuzzi bath tub.
However, the worst nightmare started when the wifi was NOT working for the 3 entire days staying in the motel citing technical problem by the provider BUT NOTHING been solved. Nearby free wifi was functioning well. FRUSTRATING
Water pressure is so low that it did not make a shower an enjoyable one but just to wet and get it over.
However, the worst nightmare started when the wifi was NOT working for the 3 entire days staying in the motel citing technical problem by the provider BUT NOTHING been solved. Nearby free wifi was functioning well. FRUSTRATING
Water pressure is so low that it did not make a shower an enjoyable one but just to wet and get it over.
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Date of stay: November 2015Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip:Â To ensure free wifi is working. Also, the water pressure is up to the mark
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Disgusting. Everything about this place says the owners don't care. From the completely blocked shower drain to the only spare blanket, which had white, crusty stains. Inside and out is totally uncared for. The woman, Lyn was horribly rude and even shoved my sister out of the office. I will be telling everyone I know about this hole.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room tidy yes but still basic essential great for a last minute booking. Lady needs a reality check with attitude when I returned my property was not there. So reading all reviews now I understand., see the picture below I'm showing the container of the one that was left behind this isn't a sistema make. This was full of lunch and dinner. Please tell me you found it last left in studio unit 2 palmerston north motel. Not happy if I need accommodation sorry I won't be returning not if yu gonna talk to your customers in that tone😡😡
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip:Â Make sure your money and the accommodation is worth your stay.
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Had the worse experience
Try to request extras , but was abused on the phone !!
She ended canceling my room ,
Maybe this isn’t the right job for you ladie,
New Zealand don’t need people like you housting tourists your making Manawatu and New Zealand a bad name !!!
Heiano , he wahine kore tikanga , kore aroha , kore Mohio ki nga Tangata katoa !!
Nga mihi/ thank you
Ebony Kimura
Try to request extras , but was abused on the phone !!
She ended canceling my room ,
Maybe this isn’t the right job for you ladie,
New Zealand don’t need people like you housting tourists your making Manawatu and New Zealand a bad name !!!
Heiano , he wahine kore tikanga , kore aroha , kore Mohio ki nga Tangata katoa !!
Nga mihi/ thank you
Ebony Kimura
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Date of stay: April 2019Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Carroll E, Owner at Palmerston North Motel
Responded 3 Apr 2019
HI Ebony, Thank you for bringing to the attention to review readers a few things you need to understand as an on line booker. All online bookings need to have a working credit card attached to it or your booking is invalid. You also need to give us a contact number so we have an opportunity to get your booking correct when you start making a large number of extra requests.You were asking to check in before check in time and check out after check out of 10am. You also wanted the unit to have a deck and a view! I was just trying to make it clear to you that this last request is quite laughable. Palmerston North is a flat city and usually at a motel your view is the carpark or another unit. I'm not sure what you were trying to achieve but your abusive behaviour on the phone made it clear to me that the best solution to not being able to meet your demands was to proceed with cancelling your booking. Guests are not always in the right when it comes to booking a motel unit.
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Lynn and Brett at any motel/Hotel. I have ever been to in my small 23 years of life this has been the worst experience of my life. I rate ur service less then a zero poor communication, angry lady, and scary . Took kai out of my motel room. Treated my five year old and partner with no respect. And you swore and laughed at me. Anyone I know or had to direct to a motel this would be the last place I'd send anybody on planet earth. I wouldn't even send my worst enemy. I feel bad to any person that has to tolerate you and ur service at "you're" motel. "Lynn and brett",😡👎
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Date of stay: December 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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In regards to owners response pretty much advising there was no flea/bed bug issue I call BS! There were a group of us that stayed in multiple units and since leaving on Sunday morning there were a number of people who also had bites. Not to mention the filthy (probably flea ridden) dog that seemed to run around the place going wherever it pleased. So his wife was not the only one attacked. When sheets were pulled back she physically saw a flea and the sheets had multiple spots of dried blood which probably means she wasn't the first person attacked by bugs and worst of all the sheets hadn't been cleaned since - disgusting! Really disappointing to see the owners try to shrug responsibility rather than accept the criticism and make the required improvements. Also just to mention there was no milk supplied in the rooms, no tea towel to be able to do the dishes and the sky magazine was from last month!
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Date of stay: May 2017Trip type: Travelled with friends
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The folk at the reception were rude, the kids were chased out of the pool at 6:05pm for being noisy, and the trampoline was broken. Nothing positive to say about this place apart from the location which is very convient and outside the things they managers can mess up.
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Date of stay: December 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Carroll E, Owner at Palmerston North Motel
Responded 17 Dec 2017
I'm sure readers will respect that as owners we look for the enjoyment of all guests but there are unfortunately times when visitors forget to respect the needs of others. Unsupervised children in our pool area is both dangerous and allows activity to happen that other guests dislike, such as squealing. Our policies on noise, supervision and 1 person at a time on a trampoline will be considered quite sensible by future guests. Parents play an important role in supervising their children and this must remain the case when on all motel sites around the world. Thank you for reminding all review readers of their expectations so that they know they will be able to enjoy our facilities on their visit.
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Rude and mean lady owner, go into customer's room without permission, dog poop around the pathway, cold and old rooms, worst services, the owner asked not to turn on the heater when it was freezing at night( came to New Zealand for more than 5years, never heard this kiwi style). Worst experience in New Zealand.
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Date of stay: August 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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"Complex is safe, rooms are clean, fresh, newly reno modern. Has a pool and pet friendly if you ask.Great owners. HIGHLY RECOMMEND 5 STARS"Read full review
PRICE RANGE
$119 - $138 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandManawatu-Wanganui RegionPalmerston North
NUMBER OF ROOMS
20
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palmerston North Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Palmerston North Motel?
Nearby attractions include Victoria Esplanade (0.8 km), Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science & Heritage (0.5 km), and New Zealand Rugby Museum (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Palmerston North Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Palmerston North Motel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Palmerston North Motel?
Guests can enjoy breakfast and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Palmerston North Motel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Palmerston North Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Nero Restaurant, Arranged Marriage Restaurant, and Little Savanna.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Palmerston North Motel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Palmerston North Motel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.6 km away from the centre of Palmerston North.
Are pets allowed at Palmerston North Motel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Is Palmerston North Motel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.