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Highest rated hotelA'La Vista Motel – 5
Cheapest month to bookApril
Average 4 star hotel price$159 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Palmerston North, New Zealand

In Palmerston North, book a hotel that matches your style and make the most of your time in the city. Here are some suggestions for the best hotels, from luxury to modest.

Best time to visit Palmerston North

When you're planning your vacation to Palmerston North, think about what you hope to do (or avoid) during your stay when it comes to things like weather and price. Low and high season in Palmerston North

Busiest month(s): May brings the largest number of travellers to Palmerston North, leading to an average nightly rate of $186. If you are booking during this period, budget for relatively higher prices compared to the quieter times of the year, where average prices drop to $150 per night.

Quietest month(s): Snag lower prices on hotel rooms and avoid peak season prices by taking your trip in July, when the average price per night average is $150.

Palmerston North gets a low amount of rain, ideal if you enjoy drier weather.

If you are looking to avoid the rainy season in June, visit Palmerston North in January when you're least likely to run into grey skies.

The most expensive month to stay in Palmerston North is May, when you should be prepared to spend an average of $186 on your hotel. Throughout the year, weekend rates cost around $149 per night, and peak on Wednesday. On weekdays, you’ll spend on average $151 for a night’s stay, while Sunday is typically the cheapest day of the week to book a room.

Where to stay in Palmerston North

Get the most out of your time away at the best hotel at a price you like. Whether it's a 5-star resort or a popular place in the middle of the city, there are plenty of perfect choices in Palmerston North.

Popular hotels in Palmerston North

If you're heading to Palmerston North, here are some other popular hotels you can stay at:

The Penhaven Farm Stay is a wonderful place to stay, with its 3-star rating and list of amenities. The hotel provides an excellent retreat in the middle of Palmerston North, with its swimming pool, fitness center, restaurant, and laundry facilities.

The 4-star Hacienda Motel offers plenty of amenities, including a free Wi-Fi, Outdoor pool, fitness center and business center.

The City Corporate Motor Inn is a 4-star hotel with a modern and comfortable design that offers amenities such as a swimming pool, spa, restaurant, and gym facilities.

Things to do in Palmerston North

At the center of the city, visit well-known attractions and things to do like Esplanade Scenic Railway, the Te Papaioea Palmerston North isite Visitor Information Centre, and New Zealand Rugby Museum. Explore interesting sites like Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science & Heritage and the Victoria Esplanade Gardens. Food lovers will find authentic local cuisine, creative spins on classics, and flavors from around the world at eateries like Navajo Steakhouse, Portofino, Rosie O'Gradys, Pho Nem Hanoi Home Cooking, and Saigon Corner.

Finding cheap hotels in Palmerston North: FAQs

In Palmerston North, the expected average temperature in February is 18°C. The warmest month is typically February, which averages 22°C. The coolest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is June, and the driest month is January.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Palmerston North with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $95 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $109 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $163 per night, and the average price on weekends is $159. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Palmerston North could be Sunday.
The nearest airport to Palmerston North is Palmerston North Airport (PMR), which is 3.4km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

Whanganui Airport, which is 65.6km from the city centre.
Paraparaumu Airport, which is 80.6km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Sunday is the cheapest day to stay in Palmerston North. And the most expensive day seems to be Monday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Palmerston North is currently around $133 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $99 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Palmerston North is currently around $171 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $101 per night.
The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Palmerston North is April, with an average price of $143 per night. The most expensive month is December, when the average room rate can rise to $223 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.
The average price of a hotel in March is $167 per night, which is around 0% higher than the rest of the year.
Get your morning laps in at A'La Vista Motel, Palmerston North Motel and Aztec Motel.
If you're hitting up Palmerston North with kids in tow, try The Esplanade Motel & Conference Centre, Braemar Motor Lodge and Drovers Motor Inn.