City Corporate Motor Inn
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City Corporate Motor Inn

209 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand
Luxurious spa bath
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Good size bedroom
Room & Suite (10)
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#2 of 24 small hotels in Palmerston North
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.9 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.8 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.9 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.8 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.8 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality

See why so many travellers make City Corporate Motor Inn their small hotel of choice when visiting Palmerston North. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a charming setting with an array of amenities designed for travellers like you.

You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer air conditioning, a kitchenette, and a refrigerator, and you can stay connected during your stay as City Corporate Motor Inn offers guests free wifi.

The small hotel features room service, newspaper, and baggage storage. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available.

Close to some of Palmerston North's most popular landmarks, such as Hokowhitu Lagoon (0.6 mi) and The Square (0.8 mi), City Corporate Motor Inn is a great destination for tourists.

If you like wine bars, City Corporate Motor Inn is conveniently located near Bubbles Champagne and Wine Bar.

If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Victoria Esplanade Gardens (0.2 mi), Robertson Holden International Speedway (1.1 mi), or Dugald MacKenzie Rose Gardens (0.6 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance.

We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at City Corporate Motor Inn as you experience all of the things Palmerston North has to offer.

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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Hot bath
Breakfast in the room
Babysitting
Airport transportation
Meeting rooms
Spa
Wifi
Paid internet
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Desk
Room service
Safe
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Whirlpool bathtub
Seating area
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bath / shower
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
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HOTEL CLASS
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Trendy
Quiet

Location

209 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 54 out of 100
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Palmerston North Airport
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Wanganui Airport
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Horizon_The_Island wrote a review Jan 2025
Dunedin, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This is a fantastic motor inn and motel in Palmerston North. I stayed here for 6 nights in late November 2024. The first three nights were for a work conference and the second lot of three nights were a Sunday and few days of annual leave that I spent to catch up with friends who live locally, or were visiting at the same time.

A relatively new motel, it had many features normally associated with boutique hotels, especially the massive, luxurious spa bath, which was the size of a small spa pool, but with clean water that could be filled and emptied like a regular bathtub. The bed was comfortable, the room was clean and warm and there was a multi channel TV, including major streaming services. There were also good quality sofas and chairs. The room had a small kitchenette which could be used to make basic meals, including breakfast. There's self-service laundry available, which was handy given the length of my stay.

Palmerston North is quite spread out, and distances seem longer than they are, but this motel was an easy 20-25 minute walk to The Square and nearby shops, supermarkets, restaurants and cafes. There are also frequent buses running along Fitzherbert Avenue, including one direct to and from the airport for a good price (NZ$2 if you have a BeeCard, only slightly more if paying cash, at time of travel in November 2024). Most guests here appeared to have a car (I didn't), with the drive into the Square only around 5 minutes, if that. The motel is well located for connections to Massey University, which is where the conference I participated in was held.

The owner/manager was great, really helpful and welcoming as were the staff.

City Corporate Motor Inn is well recommended for both short and long stays. I would definitely stay again.
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Date of stay: November 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled on business
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AnonymousAuckland wrote a review Sept 2024
Auckland Central, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed 3 nights, while visiting our daughter who lives down the road while studying. She recommended it as had stayed in the past when working, and her ex-boss who is a friend of ours always booked this for his staff. We had a one bedroomed unit as I was having a visitor I had never met also and wanted the privacy of the bedroom being separate.
Warm and comfortable room with electric blankets and heat pump. I had a little trouble with the huge spa bath as had not filled quite high enough- there is a tiny stainless steel button which needs to be covered. Next time!
The owner John was so kind, incredibly helpful letting me do some washing and even moving it to the drier for me while I was busy with the visitor. They also serviced the room beautifully.
Convenient location within easy reach of both the city centre and the river/park.
I would stay again.
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Date of stay: September 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Anna G wrote a review Dec 2022
Cirencester, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We had a one bedroom with spa which was lovely, clean and finished to an amazing standard. The spa was a huge double spa Bath, we’d never seen anything like it. Our host John couldn’t have been more welcoming and helpful. We wanted a walk into town to eat after a long drive but it started raining so he dropped us off at a recommended restaurant where we had a lovely meal and as the rain had stopped we had a nice walk back to our place which was only 15 min from the main square. Would highly recommend this accommodation.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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BlueBamboo401 wrote a review Nov 2022
Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We are regulars at the City Corporate and the reason why we return each year is that it is always top notch. This place is beautifully presented, fitted with quality furnishings and linens with spacious studio rooms and immaculate in every respect. The complex has double-glazing and air-con so is always comfortable and quiet. John has owned/managed this complex for some years now and is consistently welcoming and friendly, and we feel very comfortable here. This is my third genuine review of the City Corporate over the past few years and I hope that readers can see through the comments of the previous reviewer, who appears to have created a Trip Advisor profile purely to write a spurious review of this hotel, and they should be removed.
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Date of stay: October 2022
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Angela wrote a review Apr 2023
Wairoa, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Excellent clean modern motel. The units have everything you need, and are of a high standard. Lovely comfortable beds we slept well. John is such a great host. We also had a lovely cooked breakfast. We will definitely be back again. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Jo K wrote a review Mar 2024
New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Fabulous place for a business stay. The rooms are fresh and incredibly well-equipped. Breakfast served to your room was really lovely too. Hosts are helpful and welcoming. Would highly recommend this City Corporate Motor Inn over anywhere I have stayed in Palmerston North.
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Date of stay: March 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled on business
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Rewikiwi wrote a review May 2019
New Zealand
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed here for 2 nights on business.
First impression from the outside was, Its new understated and very industrial in design and colour.
Inside my room was if I had walked into a Sheraton or Hilton ( I have stayed in these properties lots)
Fantastic decor comfort awesome bed, Beautiful spa bath and well equipped kitchen.
This is one of those properties that gave me a wonderful feeling and a place I looked forward to returning to after a hard days work.
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Date of stay: May 2019
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled on business
Room Tip: room 8 ground floor ( theres only 2 levels)
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Two_trips_a_year77 wrote a review Mar 2018
Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This place is great. Very comfy bed, pillows & lovely linen. Very clean. Management are fantastic. Awesome spa bath.
Plenty of space in room. Good parking.
Highly recommend staying here. We’ll be back!
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Date of stay: March 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Colbarn2 wrote a review Oct 2016
Auckland
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed here for one night . Upon arrival the person at the counter was friendly enough , showed us to our room and gave a few details to know about spa.
Room was well presented, clean and tidy and reasonably modern.
Downside is the bed ... saggy old double on an even older patched up plywood base and the walls are definitely not sound proof. Could hear the neighbour talking and worse than that ... snoring when I woke in the night.
Never again for us
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Date of stay: October 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Dafecker wrote a review Jan 2016
Baldivis, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
From walking into reception and being greeted in a friendly manner to being walked through the features of an excellently appointed apartment, everything screams class.

The two seater spa bath is a fantastic surprise in the room.

After a days drive the option to luxuriate in the spa and soak away the miles was well received.

The two leather recliners allowed us to sit comfortably and chat about the day.

The bed and pillows ensure a great night's sleep.

So many other hotels should visit City Corporate and see how it's done.

If your in the area this should be your first choice of accommodation.
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Date of stay: January 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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SCOTT C wrote a tip Oct 2022
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
"Easy, don't stay here and there will be no issues!!!"
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BlueBamboo401 wrote a tip Nov 2019
Auckland, New Zealand199 contributions60 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Upstairs rooms are accessed via an exterior staircase. The ground floor rooms were perfect for our friend who had mobility issues."
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Rewikiwi wrote a tip May 2019
New Zealand154 contributions92 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"room 8 ground floor ( theres only 2 levels)"
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busy282018 wrote a tip Nov 2018
Masterton, New Zealand41 contributions15 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Less noise up stairs I'm sure, but we were happy even though we heard above noise,"
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jamesanddevina wrote a tip Sept 2018
Waikiki, Hawaii2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"We booked a studio and for a weeks stay it was just right and had a spa bath in the room!!"
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PRICE RANGE
$214 - $217 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandManawatu-Wanganui RegionPalmerston North
NUMBER OF ROOMS
12
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Frequently Asked Questions about City Corporate Motor Inn
Which popular attractions are close to City Corporate Motor Inn?
Nearby attractions include Victoria Esplanade (0.9 km), Dugald MacKenzie Rose Garden (0.7 km), and Centrepoint Theatre (1.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at City Corporate Motor Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a spa, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at City Corporate Motor Inn?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
Is parking available at City Corporate Motor Inn?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to City Corporate Motor Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Arranged Marriage Restaurant, Pho Nem Hanoi Home Cooking, and Namaste Bharat Authentic Indian Cuisine.
Does City Corporate Motor Inn have airport transportation?
Yes, City Corporate Motor Inn offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at City Corporate Motor Inn?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Is City Corporate Motor Inn accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.
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