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Drovers Motor Inn

4.0 star property
4-star motel near The Square

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A bed with white bedding and a blue floral pillow, two wall-mounted lights, and a white wall with a light switch.
Two Bedroom | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)
One Bedroom | View from room
Exterior
A modern living room with a sofa, a red chair, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, a dining area with chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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746 Main Street, Palmerston North, 4414
  • Place, Palmerston North Convention Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, City Library
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Square
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with white and purple bedding, a single decorative pillow, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

One Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with white bedding and a blue floral pillow, two wall-mounted lights, and a white wall with a light switch.

Superior Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Two Bedroom | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

Two Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1206 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Palmerston North

Central Palmerston North getaway .Your stay at this Palmerston North Central motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of The Square and Palmerston North Convention Centre. City Library and Te Manawa are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • City Library - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • The Square - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Te Manawa - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Centrepoint Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Arrosta Coffee Roasting Co - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Coffee On Ascot - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Deluxe Takeaway - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Chada Thai - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Drovers Motor Inn

4-star motel near The Square
As a guest of Drovers Motor Inn, you'll find barbecue grills, a picnic area, and room service (during limited hours). Public spaces have free WiFi. Drovers Motor Inn also features a front-desk safe and a water dispenser. 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)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Drovers Motor Inn offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include 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 complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per night.

Property 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 percent

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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, debit cards, and cash. Onsite 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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Drovers Motor Inn to the airport?

Drovers Motor Inn is 2.6 mi (6-min drive) away from the Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drovers Motor Inn on Aug 22, 2026 start from $90, 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.

Does Drovers Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Drovers Motor Inn.

Does Drovers Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Drovers Motor Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 22 and 22 for adults, NZD 22 and 22 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Drovers Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Drovers Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Drovers Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Drovers Motor Inn have a pool?

Drovers Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Drovers Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Drovers Motor Inn to downtown Palmerston North?

Drovers Motor Inn is 1 mi away from Palmerston North.

Drovers Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 354 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 354 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 354 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 354 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 354 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, friendly staff,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was very good. We have stayed at many motels worldwide in our lifetime and this motel was good value and yes clean and functional with pleasant staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elspeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room with great facilities to self cater for a night or two. Really comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Jo

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and well furnished. Pub across the street is very handy for dinner
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size and clean and tidy. Location was nice a quiet. Convenient to town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariela Wendy Tira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely atmosphere and very tidy clean. Definitely would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Very clean and staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome facilities, nice and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless, room services each day
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Great place to stay. Host was friendly and place was clean. Close to City Centre as well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great layout of rooms and seperate lounge. Worked really well fir family
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location. Room was spotless. Staff friendly. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient quiet location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

The room was extremely clean and tidy and the place very quiet even though it was fully booked.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very clean and comfortable unit and pleasant and helpful staff. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here, it was amazing so clean, had everything we needed, the bed was very comfortable we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great clean stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motor inn
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I have been to many motels travelling for work - this was just great; super clean, comfortable, safe and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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