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Drovers Motor Inn

4.0 star property
4-star motel near The Square

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One Bedroom | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Two Bedroom | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette | Microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Two Bedroom | Private kitchen | Microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Two Bedroom | Living room

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 Hospital
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmerston North Convention Centre
    ‪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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One Bedroom | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Studio | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Two Bedroom

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

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 Hospital - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • The Square - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 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
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coffee On Ascot - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Banh Mi Craft - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Silky Otter Cinemas - ‬15 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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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
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • 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: 8:00 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 - 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 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. 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.

National rating

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.

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: 8:00 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. 244 out of 337 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 337 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 337 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 337 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 337 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

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

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to make a booking the day before and I'm so glad we got in here. On check-in we needed to add an extea guest and it was no issue at all. The room was clean, modern, warm and homey. The courtyard attached was brilliant as well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

ZHANGDUN, Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we wanted
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

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

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kelvin

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
We had a problem I emailed and told the hotel what the problem was to help them. nothing back from them. Pretty disappointed when you try and help and don’t even get a thank you. Plenty of other hotels to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Pita

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight business trip
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hairong

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super nice and friendly. The room was clean with everything we needed. Will be our first choice when we go to Palmerston North next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite as we had a back room, comfortable bed and good linen. Good kitchen facilities. And parking right outside unit.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a studio apartment, which was lovely and clean. The carpet was new and clean, as was the bathroom. It was great having a smart TV with Netflix. It is short drive to the town centre, and a short walk to the supermarket.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very tidy, clean and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great clean stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we wanted
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024