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Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre

Property class: 4

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A bar area with a wooden bar counter, yellow chairs, and a glass table.
A banquet hall with round tables covered in white tablecloths, each with a gold runner and white chair covers.
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.
A hotel room with two beds, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A modern restaurant with wicker chairs, round hanging lights, and a central tree.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug

Explore the area

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175 Cuba Street, Palmerston North, 4441
  • Place, Palmerston North Convention Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, New Zealand Rugby Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Square
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a bedside table.

Tower Superior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bathroom

Tower Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two double beds with headboards, bedside tables, and a framed picture on the wall.

Tower Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Heritage Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Heritage Superior

A neatly made bed with a dark quilt, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture above it.

Heritage Superior

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Heritage Standard

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Heritage Standard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Tower Standard Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Palmerston North

Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre places you in the centre of Palmerston North, within a short 5-minute stroll of Te Manawa and New Zealand Rugby Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Nosh Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of 4 meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Palmerston North Central hotel include City Library and Palmerston North Convention Centre.

What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Te Manawa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tony's Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Speights Ale House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brew Union Brewing - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Double Shotz Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and 4 meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Palmerston North hotel is smoke free.

  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre offers 85 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Palmerston North hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided 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

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 29 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Nosh Restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

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 29 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 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

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Palmerston North Travelodge
Travelodge Hotel Palmerston North
Travelodge Palmerston North
Distinction Palmerston North Hotel
Distinction Palmerston North
Novotel Palmerston North
Palmerston North Novotel
Travelodge Palmerston North Hotel Palmerston North
Distinction Palmerston North Hotel Conference Centre
Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre?

Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre on 15 Aug 2026 start from AU$203, 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 Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre?

Yep, Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre?

The closest beach to Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre is Turakina Beach (49.6 km).

Does Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is on offer daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre?

No, Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre?

No, pets are not allowed.

Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 464 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 401 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean rooms awesome service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great character hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and central hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was everything we wanted, quiet, clean, nice staff, excellent breakfast. Walkable distances to shops and venues and safe, secure parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay - our room was perfect beds were comfy! Right in the heart of the city - will definitely be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Restaurant staff were lovely. Top notch service from Kamo.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

8/10 Good

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bed - super comfortable Dining - good menu options and the food was amazing. Our waitress was a delight Checkin - staff were less than welcoming Checkout - excellent he smiled and was very warm
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean and tidy, but there was no air conditioning which really made for an uncomfortable nights sleep, the reason we stopped in before our drive up north.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant stay. Nothing flash but has everything you need. Room was clean and tidy. Handy location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean but a bit worn and dated..service was good and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking very tight, but secure behind a locked gate. The hotel is in an old building and could be renovated. Staff were nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The combination of historical features and modern comfort Shower was pretty basic
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and tidy. Able to walk to The Square. Peaceful and quiet at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Nice staff just dated
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Carl

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If it was half the price it might be ok, but a very sub par experience overall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Too old and too hot
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have a 7year old and a 10 month old. We hadn't been away over night for soooo long, so this night away was a huge treat. From the minute we walked through the doors the whole stay was fantastic. A wonderful welcome from Karma, made us feel so calm and relaxed. We loved our stay, both baby and our son had a fab time. Extra fun with the heritage side to the building. The beds were very comfortable and everything clean as a whistle. Looking forward to staying again. many thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Entrance of building impressed. Disappointed with parking facilities. Did find dining limited and bar hours limited. Beds comfortable and room okay. No toaster only jug
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Karen

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has seen better days, rooms and furnishings very outdated. Very small room with minimal storage, bathroom very pokey with slippery floor. Not sure if some rooms have been refurbed but ours definitely hadn’t. Wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and comfortable centrally situated and great parking. Breakfast was too expensive $25 for cereal and fruit. Hot water was far too hot when you turn the tap on. Floor flooded from shower. shower curtain really useless.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Colin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty ordinary motel. Decor very tired. Reception staff don’t go out of their way to help. Room not serviced - they change the towels but don’t make the bed. Overall pretty sloppy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good: * Nice welcome * Nice size quiet room, clean * Bath and shower were nice * Public area's nice * Secure parking Not so nice * Area seemed run down * Hotel was rebaged Novetel which was visible on the poorly painted side of the hotel * Room wifi was atrocious - the speed in the bar was 3 times quicker than the room. You would not be able to work from your room - staff dismissive of issue * New TV with apps but none worked (lack of good wifi in the room) - Staff told us they were awaiting a box to make it work but we have the same TV and it just needs good wifi
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

GRAHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022