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Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

Property class: 4.5

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A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a patio area with a table and chairs.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a central fountain, and a building in the background.
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a sign reading "HOTEL COACHMAN," and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.
A reception desk with a keyboard, a vase with flowers, and a staircase in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct

Explore the area

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140 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North, 4410
  • Place, The Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmerston North Convention Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Esplanade
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Studio

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Superior Studio

7.4 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite

A living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a chandelier.

Executive Suite

  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Family Suite

A compact kitchen with a window, a sink, a countertop, and a small dining area with a table and a chair.

Superior Family Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Palmerston North

A luxury stay in Palmerston North awaits you at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find The Square and City Library. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this West End hotel include Palmerston North Convention Centre and Te Manawa.

What's nearby

  • The Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Victoria Esplanade - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Flavour Bistro - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. Palmerston North - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Palmerston North hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North offers 73 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NZD 35 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 35 for adults and from NZD 15 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in November and close in April.
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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Coachman Palmerston North
Distinction Coachman Hotel Palmerston North
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

As of 16 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North on 17 Oct 2026 start from AU$146, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

Yep, Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

The closest beach to Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North is Himatagi Beach (33.1 km).

Does Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North have a pool?

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from November to April.

Is Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, laundry facilities and a picnic area, it's no surprise that Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North is a hit with families.

Does Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is served weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

No, Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 810 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 810 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 810 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 810 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 810 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, lovely room, clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay with friendly, helpful staff who made both check in and check out straight forward. Walking distance to CBD shopping and great restaurants and other amenities such as the Esplanade
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic last-minute service! I will absolutely go here again if Wellington weather brings me to Palmerston North.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N The service was top-notch, and the room was perfect a great size, clean, cozy, and modernized with a fantastic style
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely new rooms. Comfy pillows
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great service from the staff. The rooms were good but the shower was a joke.The worst I have ever experienced
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a work trip.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay - staff were super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Good location. Good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good room size, pleasant stay. Thank you team. Only one drawback as they can’t extend my stay for another day, facility was booked and they can’t find a room for us for one additional night.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very pleasant room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Awesome place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great meal from their restaurant - rooms a bit dated but comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were tidy, staff very helpful, parking was primo and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing hotel, clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location with really great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay for 2 nights. Staff were excellent. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was fine, a bit dated. Bed comfortable and bathroom clean. Staff were pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No issues, pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for an overnight stay. Easy walking distance to CBD
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nice place to stay will be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024