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Hacienda Motor Lodge

Hacienda Motor Lodge

Hacienda Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
14.8 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (299)
"Great little place for a stop off on the way to Wellington. "
United Kingdom
David
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Hacienda Motor Lodge
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City Corporate Motor Inn

City Corporate Motor Inn

City Corporate Motor Inn
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (148)
"Lovely people, nice and clean."
Australia
Tammy
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
City Corporate Motor Inn
Breakfast area
Aspree Motor Inn

Aspree Motor Inn

Aspree Motor Inn
3.5 star property
14.2 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (635)
"Amazing water pressure!"
Australia
Sara
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Aspree Motor Inn
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Braemar Motor Lodge

Braemar Motor Lodge

Braemar Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
14 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (165)
"Would stay at Braemar anytime! "
Australia
Jo-anne
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Braemar Motor Lodge
Apartment, Kitchen (Apartment Suite) | In-room dining
Carramar Motor Inn

Carramar Motor Inn

Carramar Motor Inn
3.5 star property
14.2 km from Manawatu Gorge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (542)
"Nice and tidy - no issues at all"
Australia
Timothy
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Carramar Motor Inn
Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments

Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
3.0 star property
15.3 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (250)
"Friendly staff, spotless rooms, very comfortable with the extra chairs. One of the best coffees and hot chocolates we've had! "
Australia
Hinga
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Kauri Court Motel and Apartments
Executive Studio Suite, 1 King Bed
Cornwall Motor Lodge

Cornwall Motor Lodge

Cornwall Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (892)
"Tidy and spacious room. Handy location and lovely staff. "
Australia
Ambert
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Cornwall Motor Lodge
Reception hall
Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Fitzherbert Castle Motel
3.5 star property
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (645)
"The staff were extremely helpful & the room was lovely and clean"
Australia
Tracey
The price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
Front of property – evening/night
Harringtons Motor Lodge

Harringtons Motor Lodge

Harringtons Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
15.2 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (421)
"Room was spotless and comfortable beds."
Australia
Gina
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Harringtons Motor Lodge
Breakfast and dinner served
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North

BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
4.0 star property
16.2 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (508)
"Nice place to stay "
Australia
Peter
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Studio, beverage making)
Aztec Motel

Aztec Motel

Aztec Motel
3.5 star property
14.1 km from Manawatu Gorge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (159)
"It was very clean and tidy, friendly staff and a pleasant stay last minute."
Australia
Nikki
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Aztec Motel
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre

Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (203)
"Friendly people, immaculate room, spacious and all amenities catered for. Well recommended. "
Australia
Gordon
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Chancellor Motor Lodge & Conference Centre
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Rose City Motel

Rose City Motel

Rose City Motel
4.0 star property
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (247)
"A good, clean motel with everything we needed and a convenient location close to town."
Australia
Carmen
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Rose City Motel
Gym
Bentleys Motor Inn

Bentleys Motor Inn

Bentleys Motor Inn
4.0 star property
15.6 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (567)
"Awesome place , well maintained, very kind staff. "
Australia
Sam
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Bentleys Motor Inn
Meeting facility
Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre

Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (421)
"Was all very good"
Australia
Peter
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Shadzz Motel & Conference Centre
Economy Studio, Non Smoking (Compact Queen Studio) | Terrace/patio
Bella Vista - Palmerston North

Bella Vista - Palmerston North

Bella Vista - Palmerston North
4.0 star property
15.4 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (197)
"Clean and comfortable. Would stay again. Nice people managing it."
Australia
Pele
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Bella Vista - Palmerston North
3 Bedroom Apartment with 2 Bathroom, Spa Bath and Full Kitchen | Living area
Arena Lodge

Arena Lodge

Arena Lodge
3.0 star property
16.5 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (171)
"Very clean and well presented Faultless Could do with Sky or more TV channel choice Great service Speedway night very noisy although it did finish by 10 Very close to supermarket and Pizza Hutt "
Australia
Keith
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Arena Lodge
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Camelot Motor Lodge

Camelot Motor Lodge

Camelot Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
15.8 km from Manawatu Gorge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (159)
"Staff was lovely, room was clean and well maintained. "
Australia
Desley
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Camelot Motor Lodge
Aerial view
Alpha Motor Inn

Alpha Motor Inn

Alpha Motor Inn
3.0 star property
14.7 km from Manawatu Gorge
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (321)
"Nice and quiet"
United States
Roger
The price is AU$96
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Alpha Motor Inn
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Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge

Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Manawatu Gorge
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (47)
"We enjoyed our stay here at Palmerston North. The accommodations were very clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful."
Canada
Jan
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Fitzherbert Regency Motor Lodge
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Top Manawatu Gorge Hotel Reviews

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

Fitzherbert Castle Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Large room, quiet."
John 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Fitzherbert Castle Motel

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Manawatu Gorge?
Manawatu Gorge is located in a welcoming area of Aokautere that travellers like for its cafes. You'll find 6 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Manawatu Gorge?
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Manawatu Gorge. Other good options around the area include Distinction Coachman Hotel, Palmerston North and BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North.
How many hotels are there near Manawatu Gorge?
Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Manawatu Gorge.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Manawatu Gorge, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Manawatu Gorge.