Drovers Motor Inn

4.0 star property
Upmarket motel near The Square

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One Bedroom
One Bedroom | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Two Bedroom
Executive Studio | Bathroom

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
746 Main Street, Palmerston North, 4414
  • Popular LocationPalmerston North Hospital17 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Square2 min drive
  • Popular LocationPalmerston North Convention Centre3 min drive
  • AirportPalmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)5 min drive

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About the area

Palmerston North

Drovers Motor Inn places you in the centre of Palmerston North, within a 30-minute stroll of The Square and Palmerston North Convention Centre. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and a picnic area. Added amenities include laundry facilities, luggage storage and a front desk safe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Palmerston North motel include City Library and Te Manawa.

What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Hospital - 17 min walk
  • The Square - 2 min drive
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 3 min drive
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 3 min drive
  • Arena Manawatu - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Arrosta Coffee Roasting - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rose and Crown Olde English Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. Palmerston North - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Reburger - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Drovers Motor Inn

Upmarket motel near The Square
As a guest of Drovers Motor Inn, you'll find barbecue grills, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Drovers Motor Inn also features room service (during limited hours) and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Palmerston North motel.

  • 1 building
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Drovers Motor Inn offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and a hairdryer. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes dining tables. This Palmerston North motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Cots/infant beds (surcharge) and Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 22 to 22 for adults and NZD 22 to 22 for children

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per night.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 22 to 22 for adults and NZD 22 to 22 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Drovers Motor Inn?

Drovers Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Drovers Motor Inn?

As of 27 July 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drovers Motor Inn on 11 Aug 2024 start from AU$155.77, 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 Drovers Motor Inn?

Yep, Drovers Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Drovers Motor Inn?

The closest beach to Drovers Motor Inn is Himatagi Beach (34.3 km).

Is Drovers Motor Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Drovers Motor Inn is a hit with families.

Does Drovers Motor Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Drovers Motor Inn?

No, Drovers Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Drovers Motor Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Drovers Motor Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Drovers Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 302 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 302 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely modern motel, well located, lovely decor, great bed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was very clean, comfortable and spacious. Lovely, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great surprise
Last-minute switch to this hotel from another that was not acceptable. Our expectations were not high but we were pleasantly surprised. Bed was very comfortable, room was very spacious. Small balcony outside. Road noise minimal. Bathroom very large and somewhat spa-like in Its furnishings. TV was good, internet was fast, a/c was working and good! Restaurants within walking distance. Good amount of local info in the room binder.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Peter Franz

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good vaklue
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight family stay.
Really nice place. Plenty of room and very clean. Nice amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean private and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Nice quality. If you’re staying in Palmerston North, this is the best place to stay. Cons: bed very soft (subjective), no tissue boxes in the room, no option to opt out of getting the room cleaned each day.

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

B

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, staff were friendly and extremely helpful. Old English pub across the road was recomended for meals by motel reception and food was fabulous. Thank you Drovers.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, nice clean linen, good location, properly priced, responsive staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Emma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was so lovely, the rooms was nice and clean and well equipped rooms. Was nice having enough space to relax! Unfortunately noisy other guests in the complex kept us up till 1am which made the stay disappointing, but not a reflection of the hotel or staff af all, just a long weekend full of people. I do look forward to staying again. 😌
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Henry

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and easy to find, nice and central
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am a regular here. The room is always fastidiously clean and warm. The kitchen is well equipped. Bed is comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed and chairs, spotless and good water pressure!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceeded expectations
We booked an accessible room online with handicapped parking. We then got an email from the motel to describe the room to ensure it meet our needs. Check in was easy and counter staff very friendly. Room was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
East to find and willbe returning next time in Palmy Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy acess to venue. Rooms were large and comfy. Beds little too soft.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Gavin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Drovers is an excellent choice! We have stayed twice now and will be back. Lovely and warm, clean, super comfy beds. Staff are very nice and a 2 min drive into town. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catrina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motor inn
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023