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Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel in West End

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Courtyard
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Front of property
Interior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
140 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North, 4410
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • The Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Arena Manawatu
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Family Suite | Private kitchenette | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Superior Family Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Living area

Executive Suite

  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Palmerston North

West End stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this West End hotel, you'll find The Square and City Library. Palmerston North Convention Centre and Te Manawa are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Centrepoint Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Arena Manawatu - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Palmerston North Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Flavour Bistro - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fishtown Takeaways - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Office - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Columbus Coffee Palmerston North - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North

4.5-star luxury hotel in West End
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center 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
  • Meeting rooms
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • 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)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North offers 73 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 30 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

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

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 up

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 30 for adults and 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 major 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 major credit cards, 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 each 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 up.

We should mention

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

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Coachman Palmerston North
Distinction Coachman Hotel Palmerston North
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North to the airport?

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North is 4.3 mi (12-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 Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

As of May 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North on Jun 7, 2025 start from $81.22, excluding 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 Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North.

Does Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 30 for adults and NZD 15 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

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

Is there free parking at Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North have a pool?

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North features an outdoor pool.

Does Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North to downtown Palmerston North?

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North is 0.4 mi away from Palmerston North.

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 726 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 726 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 726 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 726 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 726 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Nice rooms lovely pool
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

TONI

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Outdated
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Maia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
handy location and good parking
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kaye

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy to shopping centre and food places, just old and tired
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

kathy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean & tidy. Staff were courteous and helpful when I rang to request a foldaway bed as an extra for the room. Check in / Check out was fast and easy. Hotel was a good walkable distance to Esplanade Park, supermarket & Plaza mall. No update on webite/booking sites to indicate spa pool not available & swimming pool water was very milky & cloudy. You would not see a child at the bottom of the pool in that water. The water definitely needs attention, and we would have enjoyed swimming in a clean & clear water pool. Noticed there were no signs indicating the depth of the pool and the area is visible to anyone attending an appointment at the hairdressers which backs onto the pool area. Buffet breakfast was not an option, so we had to order our cooked food ... still paid the buffet price which was disappointing. Otherwise, it was a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Letishia

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room size was nice, but extremely out dated, bathroom smelt of mould, mould on celling and broken tiles in bathroom. When I arrived I asked to be moved because the room we were fist put in smelt so of mould I couldn’t imagine letting my young children sleep there without getting sick if I had more time to re book elsewhere and Christmas being so close there would have been no way I would have stayed there. Staff did move us thankfully. Personally won’t ever stay there again or would recommend. Actually very displeasing. I came to view the room about 3 months ago and was told by staff the room was being renovated, and couldn’t view. I told the staff members if I knew the state of the rooms there would be no way I would have booked to stay here in the first place. I called a week before my check in and was told we would be placed in a newly renovated room. However we went. Bad communication from your part. Like I said if we didn’t feel the pressure of Christmas and being worried we wouldn’t find a place with two kids I would have insisted on my money back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a good stay here although the traffic was noisy, this was a Thursday evening before a racing weekend, so i get that its a town thing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Miles

Traveled with family
The staff and service was great. Dining room food and service exceptional. The rooms and general conditions of the building and surrounds in need of an update and overhaul. Decor very very tired.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Brett

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Juileen

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, close enough to walk to town. Clean and comfy although a bit dated and old but they are renovating. Would recommend letting people know when booking that you are renovating so they are aware. Pool and spa were not available for use (unclean). Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Liz

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
On entering the reception old musty smell,maybe the carpets. Bathroom dirty around the floor edges,bathroom floor sticky to walk on,shower rose leaked water
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were lovely, friendly & helpful. Bed was ridiculously soft and uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Robert

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Motel rooms are old,.dirty and unkempt. Cobwebs on walls and ceilings, filth on extractor fans and walls. Furniture is falling apart. There was even what looked like boogers wiped on the walls. Very grim experience and not worth the money paid.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Staff & service
Old and tired, needs a major renovation. The bathroom sink was cracked and the water drained extremely slow.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

M

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Very disappointed

The whole point of booking here was so we could use the restaurant being a Monday and everything else would be closed. Because they had an outside group booked for the restaurant we were unable to get a meal. Very poor when the chef dictates who gets fed and who doesn’t
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Shane

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

HELEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dyana

Lovely and roomy very clean reception very nice and helpful.😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

GLEN

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

False advertising

An absolute lie from the wording and photos of the room I book to where I stayed. Supposedly elegant 4.5 star …. The room wouldn’t even be a 3 star. Shameful they can get away with advertising how they do!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Nicola

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was awful, there was mould in the bathroo. The heater smelt lilenit was going to catch fire, spiders and cobwebs around the room, wall paper peeling. Dirty finger prints all over the doors and walls. Stove top was dirty. I am digusted that this room cost us $240 AUD. We booked this from Australia just looking at the photos it looked ok. I have stayed in way nicer hotels on this trip that i paid less for. Absolutely disgusting
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024