West End Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Image for Victoria Esplanade

Victoria Esplanade

4.5/5(133 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Victoria Esplanade, a lovely green space in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Victoria Esplanade
Image for Esplanade Scenic Railway

Esplanade Scenic Railway

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Find out about the history of Palmerston North when you take a trip to Esplanade Scenic Railway. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Esplanade Scenic Railway
Image for Palmerston North Hospital

Palmerston North Hospital

4/5(25 reviews)

If Palmerston North Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Palmerston North.

Palmerston North Hospital
Image for The Square

The Square

4.5/5(341 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Palmerston North with a visit to The Square. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

The Square
Image for Arena Manawatu

Arena Manawatu

4.5/5(52 reviews)

Catch an event at Arena Manawatu during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Arena Manawatu
Image for Palmerston North Convention Centre

Palmerston North Convention Centre

4/5(36 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Palmerston North Convention Centre during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Palmerston North Convention Centre

Our pick of the best West End Hotel Deals

Fitzherbert Castle Motel
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
3.5 out of 5
124 Fitzherbert Ave, West End, Palmerston North, Manawatu
The price is AU$104 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
AU$104
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (473 reviews)
"Great people nice rooms"

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

Fitzherbert Castle Motel
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
4.5 out of 5
140 Fitzherbert Ave, Palmerston North
The price is AU$140 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
AU$140
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (667 reviews)
"The pool hair dresser and gym"

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
4 out of 5
110 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
The price is AU$143 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
AU$143
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Square and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Was really surprised about how nice this stay was! The room was great and bed was fantastic! Staff were lovely and bar downstairs was great! Only bad thing to say was the hallway was very loud, could hear everyone walking and talking throughout the other nigh, otherwise highly recommend and would ..."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
Cornwall Motor Lodge
Cornwall Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
101 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
The price is AU$166 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
AU$166
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (763 reviews)
"Nice stay"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Cornwall Motor Lodge
Bentleys Motor Inn
Bentleys Motor Inn
4 out of 5
Cnr Linton & Chaytor Streets, Palmerston North
The price is AU$145 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$145
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Palmerston North. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and a conference center. Popular attractions Centrepoint Theatre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (483 reviews)
"Super easy to check in /out. Super helpful and had parking for our stock car we will definitely be back"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Bentleys Motor Inn
Bella Vista - Palmerston North
Bella Vista - Palmerston North
4 out of 5
172 174 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North
The price is AU$125 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
AU$125
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Palmerston North. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Victoria Esplanade ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (141 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean accommodation, pretty much very private. Heating facilities were great as we only slept at the Bella Vista, and great shower in the morning.Gareth was very affable although he never filled us in on the breakfast,needs to advise guests. Will recommend, as price was right."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Bella Vista - Palmerston North
See all 88 properties in West End
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around West End

Default Image

Takaro

While Takaro isn't home to many top sights, Arena Manawatu and The Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

Takaro
Default Image

Massey University

You might appreciate the spas and cafes in Massey University, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Victoria Esplanade and The Square are just a few notable stops.

Massey University
Default Image

Hokowhitu

Hokowhitu might not have many top sights, but The Square and Arena Manawatu are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hokowhitu
Default Image

Highbury

While there might not be top attractions in Highbury, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arena Manawatu and The Square.

Highbury
Default Image

Awapuni

While Awapuni may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arena Manawatu and Victoria Esplanade.

Awapuni
Default Image

Cloverlea

Cloverlea might not have many top sights, but Arena Manawatu and The Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cloverlea

Search cruises

For expert cruise advice, call 1800 030 501.