Awapuni Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Manawatu Toyota Raceway
You can take time to visit Manawatu Toyota Raceway during your travels to Palmerston North.
The Square
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.
Palmerston North Convention Centre
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.
Arena Manawatu
Catch an event at Arena Manawatu during your trip to Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
New Zealand Rugby Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in New Zealand Rugby Museum during your travels in Palmerston North. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Victoria Esplanade
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.
Our pick of the best Awapuni Hotel Deals
3 bedroom House, 77 Slacks
BKs Premier Motel Palmerston North
"Great motel, good location and clean"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Fitzherbert Castle Motel
"The Young son of the proprietor was fantastic, couldn’t be any more helpful. Although it was right in downtown Palmerston, easy walking distance to the Square, it was Quiet, and the bed was fantastic and it was Clean. There were enough blankets to suit even me. I will be staying there every time ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Ramada Encore By Wyndham Palmerston North
"Hotel is in good location right by square and staff were helpful. Room was clean. Parking was a bit of a pain and the parking area needs to be booked ahead of time. It’s around the corner from hotel. The room we were in had a wet room/accessibility shower. The curtain around it was inadequate to ..."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North
"The Copthorne is a central and easy place to stay in Palm North . Updated exterior is contemporary and more appealing . Great that rooms now have heatpump/ AC. Reception staff always helpful and ensure a smooth check in/ out."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Alpha Motor Inn
"Comfortable room, friendly staff, easy parking."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Awapuni
Highbury
While there might not be top attractions in Highbury, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Victoria Esplanade and Esplanade Scenic Railway.
Westbrook
While there might not be top attractions in Westbrook, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum.
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 Centrepoint Theatre are just a few notable stops.
Takaro
While Takaro isn't home to many top sights, Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cloverlea
Cloverlea might not have many top sights, but Arena Manawatu and New Zealand Rugby Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
